Selected by Vaunt Design, the Fugl Black Cuckoo Clock is a simple, no-nonsense take on an old favourite. If you just want a clean, everyday black cuckoo clock that easily slots into your home without feeling over the top, this is a brilliant choice.

By ditching the heavy, fussy details of traditional styles, it relies on a really straightforward house shape and a flat matte black finish. The bright white numbers and hands make it a highly practical black and white cuckoo wall clock that you can easily read at a glance from the sofa. It still has the fun element, the little white bird that pops out to mark the hour but it is done in a way that feels completely relaxed.

Whether you need to keep track of the morning rush in the kitchen or just want something a bit different for an empty hallway wall, it works beautifully as a contemporary cuckoo clock. It is just an honest, useful piece of design that adds a nice bit of character to your daily routine without making a fuss.