How to Get the Proportions Right with Minimalist Wall Clocks in a Kitchen

A minimalist wall clock has nowhere to hide. With a slim rim, a plain face and two fine hands, its size and position become the whole design, and in a kitchen full of cabinets, worktops and appliances that balance is easy to get wrong. This guide sets out a simple method for getting the proportions right. We explain how to measure the clear wall rather than the whole wall, why a clock of around a third to a half of that width usually looks settled, and how much breathing room to leave on every side. We look at viewing distance, from compact galley kitchens to large kitchen diners, and the height that keeps a clock readable and connected to the room. You will also find advice on aligning the clock with the kitchen grid, avoiding heat and steam, linking finishes to stools and tables, and testing the size with a paper template before drilling....