M&BF is renowned for its exquisitely crafted and creative timepieces, drawing inspiration from a diverse array of themes, including outer space, car and jet engines, and various creatures. In the case of their latest watch, the HM11 Architect, founder Maximilian Büsser delves into the futuristic architecture of the mid- to late 1960s, reimagining what one of these structures would look like in the form of a watch.

The design of the M&BF HM11 Architect sets it apart from other timepieces. When viewed from the top, a central flying tourbillon is positioned under a double-domed sapphire, nestled within the heart of the 42mm diameter titanium case. The in-house hand-wound movement consists of 364 components, boasting an impressive power reserve of 96 hours. The winding mechanism introduces a novel approach, requiring the entire case to be rotated clockwise — 10 complete rotations restore the watch to its maximum power.

The HM11 Architect features four symmetrical volumes, referred to as “rooms” by M&BF, extending outward from the centre of the case. Each room serves a specific function when viewed from the side. The first room indicates the hours and minutes, with rod-mounted aluminium and titanium orbs serving as hour markers. Adjacent to it, at a 90° angle, is the room displaying the power reserve level. The subsequent room houses a thermometer, offering temperature readings in Celsius or Fahrenheit. The final room accommodates the time-setting crown and is set into a sapphire-crystal window, allowing the movement to be observed from a side angle.

Available in two editions, the HM11 Architect comes with a blue dial plate paired with a white rubber strap or a red gold dial plate paired with khaki green. Each edition is limited to 25 pieces.