Rado DiaStar Original x Tej Chauhan: Designer Creates Artistic Watch Edition Combining Futurism and Nostalgia
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Summary
British industrial designer Tej Chauhan collaborated with Swiss watch brand Rado to create a special edition of the DiaStar Original watch, which he describes as an "art statement on the wrist." The design combines futurism with nostalgia, and Chauhan discussed his approach during a panel at Miami's Untitled Art fair during Miami art week. The watch features a unique design that blends artistic expression with functional timekeeping.
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art statement on the wrist
Chauhan described his approach to creating a special edition of the DiaStar
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