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Infinite Design

The appeal of optical illusions in everyday products creates consumer buzz

Implications - Using mirrors, illusionary tricks or continuous movement, a variety of industries are looking to appeal to more modern sensibilities using infinite design. Travel, art and entertainment are among the first industries to offer consumers products and experiences that have a seemingly "perpetual" aesthetic.
Trend Themes
1. Infinite Design - The use of mirrors, illusionary tricks, or continuous movement creates a perpetual aesthetic across travel, art, and entertainment industries.
2. Panoramic Views - Rooftop pools and terraces that offer panoramic views are a tourism goldmine for luxury hotels and resorts.
3. Immersive Experiences - Infinity-by-Nine and other surround-image technologies provide immersive cinema experiences, opening up opportunities for advancements in entertainment technologies.
Industry Implications
1. Luxury Hospitality - Hotels and resorts with panoramic views, infinity pools, and other immersive experiences attract tourists looking for full relaxation experiences.
2. Entertainment Technology - The advancement of surround-image and other immersive technologies open up opportunities for the entertainment industry to create more captivating experiences.
3. Fine Arts - Art installations that play with mirrors and optical illusions create captivating and curious experiences for viewers.
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Featured Examples

Cityscape Infinity Pools
Cityscape Infinity Pools
The Marina Bay Sands Pool Overlooks the Entire Singapore Skyline
Infinity pools are always an amazing addition to any home or hotel, but the Marina Bay Sands pool in Singapore is literally on a whole other level. A part of the resort’s renowned SkyPark, the... MORE
Continually Spiraling Staircases
Continually Spiraling Staircases
The Olafur Eliasson Infinite Staircase is Full of Twists and Turn
You won’t need the StairMaster anymore as you find yourself continuously climbing the steps on the Olafur Eliasson Infinite Staircase. The swirled shape connects to itself, creating a continuous... MORE
Magestic Mountain-Top Infinity Pools
Magestic Mountain-Top Infinity Pools
The Barcelona Grand Hotel Central Pool Overlooks the City
The Barcelona Grand Hotel Central isn't known for its luxurious extravagance, but celebrated for its incredible rooftop terrace complete with a gorgeous infinity pool and a mind-blowing view of the city.… MORE
Infinitely Mirrored Installations
Infinitely Mirrored Installations
'The Phoenix Is Closer Than It Appears' Exhibit is Surreal
‘The Phoenix Is Closer Than It Appears’ is a mind-boggling art installation that revolves around the use of mirrors. A small hundred-square-foot room placed in a bare room of the KUNSTEN,... MORE
Opulent Overflowing Tubs
Opulent Overflowing Tubs
The Blanc 5 Infinity Spa Sends Luxury and Relaxation Over the Edge
If you're looking to luxuriously soak off the stress of a long day, the Blanc 5 Infinity Spa allows for lounging in literally limitless amounts of steamy aqua. The tub features three sunken seats and… MORE
play_circle_filledSurround-Image Technology
Surround-Image Technology
Infinity-by-Nine Expands the Viewer's Peripheral Vision in Theaters
The cinematic experience has just become even more immersive with the development Infinity-by-Nine, which is a piece of technology that provides 360 degree surround-image. First there was the common... MORE
Perpetual Wave Pools
Perpetual Wave Pools
The Kelly Slater Wave Co. is a Surfer's Dream Destination
The Kelly Slater Wave Co. is an ambitious and exciting project revolving around the concept of an infinite wave. Envisioned by 11-time surfing world champion Kelly Slater, hence the name of the... MORE

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