Conceptual Watchmaking – In Conversation with Carlos Rosillo
The watch industry is a pretty old one. Granted, it is constantly evolving, and we often forget that the wristwatch has been around for perhaps about a century at best. The wristwatches that companies claim should be passed down the generations have probably only been inherited twice at most. Most of today’s watchmaking achievements build upon technical inventions and innovations from the 17th and 18th centuries.
While it is difficult to be truly creative and carve a niche in today’s landscape, the story of Bell & Ross demonstrates that it is not impossible. It is a French brand, influenced by German Bauhaus design, manufactured with Swiss expertise which is already an anomaly in the industry. Probably the most iconic player in its price bracket, Bell & Ross’ famous circle within square design is recognised over the world by watch geeks and the general population alike. Not bad for a humble venture that started as a university project just three decades ago.
We speak with one of Bell & Ross’ founders Carlos Rosillo to better understand how the aviation-inspired brand took off the ground, and what they have their eyes set on for 2024 and beyond.
The full article is available on http://singaporewatchclub.com/conceptual-watchmaking-with-carlos-rosillo
