Winner: Tam Kwok Tung
Sponsoring Company: Wincy Horological Ltd
Three, two, one, cheese! Every time he took a picture of me, he would say this phrase, and I would stare at the half of his face that wasn’t obscured by the camera in his hands. This scene is deeply freeze-framed in my mind.
“Freeze” this feeling into the design of the watch, using a camera lens as the focal point. The right window shows the operation of the movement, while the hands driven by the gears in the left window display the time. The layout subverts the tradition and reveals the best of both sides at the same time.
Title of Design: RB_ROBO
Winner: Wong Ting Bong
Sponsoring Companies: Youngs Watch Company Limited, Po Fai Precision Company Limited
Happiness Never Expires, Childlike Spirit Never Retires.
When we were kids, we had toys to twist and turn.
Now that we have grown up, we still remember the joy we felt back then.
Childlike wonder isn’t just for children; it’s a gift for everyone.
Every adult is simply a bigger child. No matter how old we are, as long as we want to play, we can.
Let’s unleash our creativity and express our imagination, showing the world the joy that is uniquely ours.
Let’s twist and turn, piecing together forgotten dreams!
Title of Design: Backtrack
Winner: Oro Time Limited
“Memorable” is not just a representation of a person, but rather the cherished moments in everyone’s heart that are hard to forget. My design, named “Backtrack”, is intended to evoke those unique memories, turning “memorable” into something wearable in daily life.
The design incorporates elements like “game consoles”, “VHS tapes” and “vinyl records” into a watch themed around “memorable”. With interchangeable “game cartridges”, it becomes a playful, Y2K-inspired fashion accessory and this interactivity strengthens users’ connection to their memories.
Title of Design: 45RPM
Finalist: Tong Hok Hin, Chan Lap Pang
Sponsoring Company: Inspo Watches Company Limited
“Memorable” — like a melody that echoes in the mind, over and over again. Inspired by vinyl records and vinyl record players and powered by a jumping hour movement, 45RPM is not merely a timepiece, but a fusion of visual and auditory art.
The dial of the timepiece resembles the grooves of a record, while each minute’s jump mimics the stylus of a record player gliding across, telling stories of every fluttering heartbeat. As time unwinds on the wrist, it seems to play a melody belonging to “you”. Every glance at the wrist becomes a dialogue with memory. The moment the recipient receives it, the watch quietly enters their heart, becoming an unforgettable keepsake.
Title of Design: Ah 4 upon a star
Finalist: The Ballerina Watch Company Limited
The ones we miss reside on one of those stars,
Smiling down from above.
Ah 4, too, dwells on one of those stars.
The blue-eyed little white cat of the home,
Named for being the fourth in line.
Gentle and kind, a glutton at heart,
Yet shy, ever so tender and reserved.
Through this timepiece, the creator etches Ah 4’s tale.
At the heart of a grassy dial sit the lady of the house,
Alongside Big Sister, Ah 2 and Ah 3,
Gazing at Ah 4, a radiant star shimmering in the night sky.
He drifts with the passage of time, yet never fades away.
Love and longing, an endless stream,
Forever flowing, never ceasing.
Finalist: Yu Chung Hei
Sponsoring Company: Golden Hawk Manufactory Limited
The watch design draws inspiration from the cassette tapes of childhood pop music, featuring a dual-time display that reflects the unique structure of audio tapes. Its dial showcases laser-engraved horizontal grooves and cross-hatched patterns. Positioned between the crowns is a play button-inspired element, while the dial is encircled by a chain studded with 44 Swarovski Crystal. When the “play” button is pressed, the chain revolves like a spinning cassette tape, its shimmering motion evoking cherished musical memories of bygone days.
Finalist: Chan Iong Tai
The name of my watch, “AMANI”, means “peace” in Swahili, a language spoken in Africa. It is also the name of a song created by Wong Ka Kui, the lead singer of the Hong Kong band Beyond, which was inspired by his trip to Africa.
The song’s lyrics express a deep yearning for peace, reflect on the harm caused by war, and emphasise the value of every life. Motivated by the song, I created AMANI to remind everyone to cherish life and encourage unity and collaboration in facing challenges together.
Also, through this watch, I want to demonstrate that, like music, watches have demand and market value.
Finalist: Law Tang Kit
Sponsoring Company: Leger A.FAH Watches Company Limited
MOMENTOUS is a mechanical watch with a jumping hour complication, featuring an in-house modified Miyota 9039 movement that has been collaboratively refined with a master nominated by the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève. The jumping hour mechanism ensures precise transitions at each full hour. A CNC guilloché dial adds intricate detail, while an arched window enhances structural clarity. Designed around the golden ratio, it pays tribute to moments that define remembrance.
Title of Design: Aspire
Winner: Chan Tsz Ying
School: Hong Kong Design Institute
A watch is not just for telling time; it also witnesses our growth. Each bead symbolises qualities like courage and confidence. As time passes, we learn to adjust ourselves and pursue our goals. The stillness of the beads mirrors moments of reflection, helping us regain trust in ourselves, even through setbacks. We must believe that no matter how difficult things become, having faith in ourselves makes anything possible.
Title of Design: Believe In Yourself
Finalist: Lee Yuet Tung Eudora
School: Good Hope School
The words “love”, “hope” and “faith” are shown on the outer part of the watch. To succeed and overcome turmoil, these are the three vital qualities one must possess. The hands resemble a compass, emphasising that “faith”, “love” and “hope” are the guides to one’s dreams and success. The dial is minimally decorated with short lines and the phrase “Believe In Yourself” at the bottom. The words are coloured in red, which is associated with courage and confidence. The quote motivates all to be courageous and confident in pursuing their dreams.
Title of Design: Broken Stars in the Ripples
Finalist: Yip Yuen Sze Christine
School: Hong Kong Design Institute
In a 24-hour period, the hour and minute hands overlap 22 times, like small opportunities. However, there are only two chances for the hour, minute and second hands to align, representing opportunities for those who are prepared.
Even though life is filled with obstacles and fluctuations, like ripples on water, when the hour, minute and second hands are aligned, it feels as though life is always full of hope.
Title of Design: Hope’s Ahead
Finalist: Chan Sze Lok
School: Methodist College
“Hope’s Ahead” blooms like a sunflower in the night, its golden petals embracing a luminous sun within darkness, echoing Van Gogh’s hopeful strokes. The textured strap calms the soul and steadies the heart. Wear it – let courage and confidence glow with every tick, breaking through the deepest blue. Trust yourself and bloom toward the sun.
Title of Design: Leap of Faith
Finalist: Shing Nok Yan Calvin
School: The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Since time immemorial, humanity has stood small beneath the endless canopy of stars, gazing upward in awe. Yet, with faith in our boundless spirit and each leap of faith we take, the infinite cosmos shall one day rest gently in our hands.
Title of Design: Scribal Splendor
Finalist: Ng Ka Po Karen
School: Newman Catholic College
This watch is designed from the perspective of a secondary student overcoming the challenges and difficulties she faces.
During the study period, academic work often presents the biggest challenge for students.
When confronted with questions on the blackboard or test paper, students can show their confidence as they tackle and solve the questions with the stationery in their hands. With these tools, they can create miracles and bravely face the challenges before them. Every stroke of the pen expresses their belief in themselves.
Title of Design: Maximum (Infinite Speed)
Finalist: Cai Sze Ming
School: Hong Kong Design Institute
“Maximum” embodies an attitude towards life, characterised by passion and the thrill of racing. The “racing tail wing” of this watch symbolises two aspects of life: the white area represents the comfort zone, while the red area signifies the starting zone. When individuals push the “racing tail wing” to turn red, they are ready to embrace a new challenge. The left and right dials represent the forward and backward movements of life, illustrating how people can navigate through various choices without regrets and cultivate a spirit of ultimate self-confidence.
Finalist: Lee Hau Ting
School: Good Hope School
This watch features motivational messages in both English and Chinese. The front displays “Believe in yourself” alongside the bold Chinese character “信” (believe), with additional Chinese phrases for encouragement. The back showcases “yourself” and its corresponding Chinese characters “自己”, reinforcing self-belief. The design uses vibrant red for the Chinese characters and blue for the English. The watch, equipped with a 4x3.5cm rounded-square dial and a minimalist strap, serves as an accessory that inspires confidence and self-empowerment every day.
