Linear Clockworks

Hi, I’m Lindsay Morris—the founder, inventor, wood connoisseur, accidental engineer, and proud Chief Everything Else Officer behind the Linear Clock.

After building three successful software companies, I thought I had a decent handle on how to bring ideas to life. But then a new question grabbed me and wouldn’t let go:  “What if clocks were linear, not round?”

I became enthused with the idea of creating a timepiece that moves in a straight line—a clean, elegant, and oh-so-sensible alternative to traditional clocks. I designed the concept, refined the materials, and realized I’d need a little something extra to make it real: electronics.

So, heading into my 60s, I dove in—taught myself circuit design, and spent a solid year placing microscopic components onto circuit boards by hand, with a success rate that can generously be described as "experimental." Eventually, I teamed up with a professional electronics house staffed with robots and seasoned engineers. Things go much smoother now, and my reflow oven found a good home.

Our primary focus has always been "unique and gorgeous".  Our hardwood clocks are bold, beautiful, and big. Crafted from carefully selected exotic woods, they span 3 to 7 feet in length and make stunning works of functional art. I often have the privilege of installing these as statement pieces in stunning homes—often million-dollar mountain escapes and modern architectural gems.

Today, my small and talented team and I handcraft 5 to 10 clocks a week in our shop. Each one is built with care, precision, and a genuine love for both the craft and the concept.

And according to our daily Google alerts, no one else in the world is making anything like this.