Lotus Collector Set

Lotus Collector Set

LOTUS CENTRAL TOURBILLON

Kross Studio and famed designer Alain Silberstein collaborate on serene new timepiece design

THE LOTUS TOURBILLON

Kross Studio continues the design house’s successful streak of collaborations and partnerships with its latest venture, this time partnering with renowned designer Alain Silberstein. In the summer of 2021, Silberstein contacted Kross Studio to discuss his vision for a lotus-inspired timepiece that would capture the essence of the sacred Asian flower. A brief initial meeting between Silberstein and Kross Studio Founder Marco Tedeschi turned into a crossfire of ideas and a formal plan to bring the Lotus Tourbillon to life using the Kross Studio central tourbillon (the KS 7’000 caliber). 

Alain Silberstein: “I was blown away by the first central vortex created by Kross Studio which depicted the Death Star from Star Wars. Curious, I made an appointment to get to know this talented team. I thought our first meeting would last about an hour. Four hours later, we were still in a meeting, creating what would become the Lotus Tourbillon. What was supposed to be just a first contact turned into a creative meeting.” 

Center Stage Tourbillon
The now famous KS 7'000 caliber from Kross Studio, the result of months of research and development, comes equipped with an oversized barrel offering a 5-day power reserve. The regulator takes its place in the center within a tourbillon cage at the top of the barrel, uniting form and function, and setting the stage for innumerable and creative iterations, this time: a delicate lotus flower.

The ephemeral lotus flower reminds the viewer that each passing moment is precious. Revered in Asian spirituality, the lotus is the flower of life and a sacred plant. Its seemingly fragile petals conceal unsuspected strength. It is renewed and reborn each day without losing its splendor.
The lotus flower in polished grade 5 titanium has been machined entirely in the Kross Studio manufacture. It seems to float above the tourbillon in all its lightness, with four elements superimposed to symbolize perfect harmony. 

The time can be read using the peripheral hour and minute display, which orbits 360 degrees around the tourbillon, the cyclical and harmonious rhythm of the hours, minutes, and seconds echoing the lifecycle of the lotus and serving as a constant reminder of each precious moment. Housed in a 45mm titanium case protected by a black DLC treatment, the lotus blossoms under a sapphire dome, revealing Kross Studio's unique watchmaking expertise. 

On the dial side, the main components of the movement have been hand-brushed in a circular pattern from the center and treated in black, reinforcing the vision of a lotus floating on still waters. Its open petal forms enable rays of light to penetrate the lotus petals and allow the watch to reveal its thousand secrets.

Ingenious time setting
A D-ring winder on the case back allows easy movement winding, while the time is set via the push button between 3 and 4 o'clock. The push button employs Silberstein’s signature bold graphic style, engraved and filled with an invigorating yellow lacquer. Kross Studio devised this unique system to ensure design symmetry and a more comfortable experience on the wrist than a traditional crown, while also enabling faster winding. On the case back, engravings of red circles align with the Kross Studio logo in a testament to this unique partnership between the Swiss design studio and Alain Silberstein, famed designer.

The watch comes with two straps: one in black leather lined with rubber, and the other in black rubber. Like all Kross Studio watches, the interchangeable strap system allows users to easily switch from one strap to the other with a single click of the quick-release buttons, located on the underside of the watch.

Silberstein’s signature geometric shapes and primary colors naturally find their place within the Lotus Tourbillon, offering bold counterparts to the poetry and lightness of the floating lotus.

The Fundamental Totem
The watch comes delivered in a unique handcrafted watch case: an art object that is both visually striking and functional, designed especially for this collaboration. The totem consists of stacked forms, including a blue triangle, yellow square, and red circle interpreted in 3 dimensions. The Lotus Tourbillon takes its place within a compartment that has been seamlessly integrated into the yellow cube.

The Lotus Tourbillon watch is produced in a limited edition of eighteen pieces. It comes with its certificate of authenticity signed by Alain Silberstein and Marco Tedeschi and its owner’s book. The Lotus Tourbillon is available at www.kross-studio.com and at select authorized dealers.

Alain Silberstein
Since the 1980’s, Alain Silberstein has pursued an artistic path in his creation of watches, clocks, and timepieces of a unique style where mechanical innovation, geometric design, colors and materials interact in joyful harmony. Year after year, his distinctive approach to the watchmaker’s art has met with international success amongst lovers and collectors of contemporary “beautiful watchmaking.”                  

Technical information

Reference

• KXWLT21

Case

• Diameter: 45mm
• Thickness: 20mm
• Thickness without crystal: 12.50mm
• Dome-shaped anti-reflective sapphire crystal
• Push button engraved and filled with yellow lacquer
• Material: Grade 5 titanium protected by a black DLC treatment
• Crystal: 4 anti-reflective sapphire crystals
• Case Back: Grade 5 titanium
• Crown: Flat D-ring crown in grade 5 titanium
• Water Resistance: 30m or 3ATM
  
• Parts: 288

Movement

• Caliber: KS 7'000
• Functions: Manual-winding central tourbillon
• Height: 14.78mm
• Overall Diameter: 33mm
• Power Reserve: 5 days
• Frequency: 21’600 bph / 3 Hz
  
• Parts: 210
• Jewels: 27

Dial

• Black inner bezel with white minute markers

Appliques

• Rhodium-plated hour markers with white and yellow Super-LumiNova®

Hands

• Rhodium-plated with white Super-LumiNova® Red lacquered hour hand and blue lacquered minute hand

Interchangeble Straps

• Black calf leather strap, black stitches, black rubber inlay
• Black rubber, black and red stitches

Clasp

• Grade 5 titanium deployant buckle clasp

TOTEM

• Height: 315mm (12,4 inches) 
  
• Diameter: 117mm (4,6 inches)
  
• Material: Aluminum and wood
• Weight: 5kg (174,8 ounces)
  

Limited edition

• 18 pieces

Warranty

• Register your product online and be granted an extra 3-year warranty. It will extend the original 2-year warranty.

ABOUT
Founded in 2020 by Marco Tedeschi, Kross Studio creates contemporary complication watches, seamlessly blending form with function, all the while respecting the fundamental codes of watchmaking. The creations go beyond the simple measurement of time. At the center of universes or collaborations that convey emotions, revive memories, and captivate the imagination, Kross Studio is the true embodiment of the concept of Functional Art. With complete control over design and production in its Manufacture in Switzerland, we unleash creativity without constraints, crafting exceptional watches that defy convention, done to the highest standards of Haute Horlogerie. When collaborating with industry giants like Warner Bros. Discovery, HBO, DC Comics, Hasbro, and Lucasfilm, Kross Studio puts entertainment and pop culture iconic elements at the heart of their designs. These exclusive creations are complemented by a Functional Art piece and form highly sought after Collector Sets. Imagination even extends beyond watches to include remarkable accessories such as table clocks, rotating cases, and travel cases, all crafted with the same dedication. Kross Studio invites you to explore a world where timekeeping transcends the ordinary, narrating stories of innovation and the seamless fusion of art and functionality.

Vision
"Kross Studio emerged from my desire to create contemporary complication watches, seamlessly blending form with function, all the while respecting the fundamental codes of watchmaking. My creations go beyond the simple measurement of time. They are at the center of universes or collaborations that convey emotions, revive memories, and captivate the imagination. That’s my concept of Functional Art.”

Marco Tedeschi

Design
The design of each of our movements is based on an innovative idea. Concurrently, the casing is crafted in a minimalist style, with every contour intentionally designed to improve functionality.

This approach gives birth to a unique collection of complication watches, available in limited editions or tailor-made to satisfy the desires of the most discerning collectors.

Manufacture
KROSS STUDIO CREATIVITY IS POSSIBLE THANKS  TO ITS INTEGRATED PRODUCTION.
All our movements and watch cases are designed, manufactured, decorated, and assembled in our factory in Gland. This independence allows us to materialize our creativity without limits. We even produce some of our art piece components.

Movements
The movements conceived and crafted in our workshops reflect our desire to create contemporary complication watches. These pieces are designed differently, standing out in the watchmaking universe, particularly in the realm of mechanical movements, while addressing an inherent inconvenience: the frequent manual winding they require.

The inception of our first born caliber, the KS 7’000, marked a paradigm shift, aiming to create a mechanical movement with an exponential power reserve. Departing from conventional norms, the KS 7’000 reimagines movement design, placing main functions concentrically and coaxially at the center of the watch.

Featuring an oversized barrel and balance wheel, seamlessly integrated tourbillon cage, and streamlined construction eliminating unnecessary components like the gear train, the KS 7’000 achieves a remarkable 120-hour power reserve while maintaining chronometric performance. Crafted meticulously in our workshops, utilizing CNC machines and artisanal finishing, each component reflects our commitment to excellence. Expanding our horological repertoire, the KS 7’001 introduces innovative time display mechanisms, exemplifying our commitment to pushing boundaries.

Moreover, our patented floating central tourbillon, the KS 7’005, elevates movement aesthetics, offering a captivating perspective on its mechanics. Driven by a passion for innovation and craftsmanship, Kross Studio continues to redefine the horological landscape, offering unparalleled experiences to enthusiasts worldwide.

Collaborations
Within this array of extraordinary pieces, some are exclusively designed for our collaborative projects. These are coupled with Functional Art pieces to create a Collector Set. We collaborate with the biggest names in entertainment and pop culture such as Warner Bros. Discovery, HBO, DC Comics, Hasbro, and Lucasfilm. The KS 7’000, our first born in-house caliber, serves as the cornerstone of exclusive collaborations with global entertainment giants, adorning watches inspired by iconic characters and themes. From Boba Fett to the Death Star, every piece is unique, with customized components mirroring its thematic universe.

Moreover, our vision of Functional Art extends to the crafting of remarkable accessories, including table clocks, and both rotating and travel cases.