"The 1970s were a sweet spot in product design, especially in France, where makers were beginning to marry natural materials like wood with the new optimism of plastic."
"A perpetual calendar doesn't expire. It doesn't have a year printed on it. It covers every day and every month indefinitely, because those numbers don't change; only the arrangement does."
"You can hang this on your wall and it will be just as functional in 2045 as it was in 1975. Compare that to your phone's calendar app, which will feel dated in five years."
A slow rebellion against digital tools is evident as vinyl records, film cameras, and paper planners gain popularity. A wooden perpetual wall calendar from the 1970s, available through Wertwerk, exemplifies this trend. It features a warm wood base and plastic sliders for marking dates without batteries or notifications. This design reflects the era's blend of natural materials and modern aesthetics. The perpetual calendar's timeless functionality contrasts with the rapid obsolescence of digital calendars, making it a lasting choice for future use.
Read at Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
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