# Linear Cityscapes Jordan Carlyle Makes Dazzling New York Prints By Jessica Marcel | Published 2010-01-25 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cityscapes References: [art-milk](http://art-milk.com/jordan-carlyle/) & [jordancarlyle](http://jordancarlyle.com/carlyle_art_1.htm) These cityscapes are by [artist Jordan Carlyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kennedy-yanko). They feature New York in all of its glory. The vertical lines in many of the cityscapes add dimension to the image. Somehow, this addition of texture makes the busy image less so. The vertical organization cancels out some of the random building shape. [New York cityscapes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apartment-with-a-view) are always awe-inspiring. Jordan Carlyle's are particularly interesting and full of life. **Implications** - Now that the economic downturn has come and gone, consumers are feeling jubilant about their long-term prosperity. These consumers are looking to express their confidence and positivity with [bold status symbols](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-city-tote). Companies should cater to this sentiment to nurture a more meaningful relationship with the brand. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 64% | Activity: 15% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Life](https://www.trendhunter.com/life) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **New York Cityscapes:** Jordan Carlyle's cityscapes of New York capture the vibrancy and energy of the city with unique vertical lines. - **Dimensional Art:** The addition of vertical lines and texture in Jordan Carlyle's cityscapes create a three-dimensional effect, adding depth to the images. - **Expressing Confidence and Positivity:** Consumers are looking for bold status symbols to express their confidence and optimism for the future. ### Who This Affects Most - **Art and Design:** Artists and designers can explore the use of vertical lines and texture to create dimension in their works, inspired by Jordan Carlyle's cityscapes. - **Home Decor:** Home decor brands can incorporate Jordan Carlyle's cityscape prints to add a touch of New York's energy and vibrancy to interior spaces. - **Luxury Goods:** Luxury brands can create bold and statement-making products to cater to consumers' desire to express their confidence and positivity. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Rapper-Collaborative Artful Carpets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skyline-carpet.md) - [Skyscraper-Inspired Furniture Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ben-ganz.md) - [Laser-Cut Urban Artistry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laser-cut-city-maps.md) - [Public Art Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paul-anthony-smith.md) - [Miniature Artful Hip-Hop Landmarks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/danny-cortes.md) - [NYC-Inspired Structural Chess Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chess-nyc.md) - [NYC-Inspired Steel Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/city-block.md) - [New York-Centric Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bergdorf-goodmans.md) - [Graphic Wallpaper Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/immersive-surfaces.md)