Good Directions

  Good Directions Ltd created a replica Big Ben clock for the exterior of the Regent Corps building in Uzbekistan. This 1600mm-diameter clock was housed in a square metal bezel, with bespoke hands to match the design of the famous clock. Additionally, the dial was back-illuminated, allowing the clock to light up and still be visible at night. The elegant golden bezel was powder-coated to match the intricate gold detail around the outside of the dial and centre of the clock, creating a regal aesthetic. The framework of the dial was produced on Good Directions’ waterjet cutter, allowing complex angles and shapes to be cut. The detail in the corners of the bezel are all hand-finished and meticulously copied to replicate the original feature. This gigantic clock was packed safely and securely before being sent overseas to Uzbekistan, where it is now running perfectly and ensuring workers and passers-by alike are keeping on time. Good Directions was first asked to manufacture a Bi

  Robert Owen feature clock project for the Co-op, Belper. Working closely with one of the Midlands leading design agencies ‘Mayers Design’ this year long project was one that would test and innovate. A feature clock to be installed in Belper, Derbyshire to commemorate the 250 th Anniversary of the Co-op and Welsh textile manufacturer, philanthropist, social reformer and a founder of the co-operative movement Robert Owen. In 1817 Robert Owen formulated the goal of an eight hour working day with the slogan: “eight hours labour, eight hours recreation, eight hours rest.” And this is where the clock design was born. The concept was to have a 24 hour dial around the outside of the clock feature, broken up to show the eight hour day splits, with a singular red hand showing the time. Behind this would be two panels rotating in opposing directions with artwork depicting Robert Owen, only becoming clear as they align on the hour. Timber patterns and moulds were produced by our in-house