# 3D Crosswalk Illusions This Illusory Indian Crosswalk Design Enhances Safety for Pedestrians By Alyson Wyers | Published 2016-04-30 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crosswalk-design References: [wired](http://www.wired.com/2016/04/crosswalk-tricks-drivers-optical-illusion/) & [facebook](https://www.facebook.com/saumya234painting) This illusory crosswalk design is intended to improve [road safety](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/active-worksite) in west India. Created by the mother and daughter team Saumya Pandya Thakkar, the Ahmedabad artwork stops drivers with an [optical illusion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hooptical). Instead of relying on arguably ineffective zebra stripes, the crosswalk design has a [3D effect](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3d-billboards), giving the appearance of roadblocks. Using the principles of anamorphism, the cleverly painted crosswalk is supposed to make crossing the street safer for pedestrians. The effect also takes distance into account, so drivers hopefully won't be doing any panicked break stomping. This visual technique has also been used in China. While data on the effectiveness of the 3D lines compared to the classic Abbey Road-esque stops is not yet available, the design is definitely more appealing esthetically. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.8/10 - Popularity: 99% | Activity: 96% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **3D Crosswalk Designs:** The use of anamorphism in crosswalk designs offers a unique opportunity to enhance road safety for pedestrians and drivers alike. - **Optical Illusion Road Safety:** The use of optical illusions in road safety can provide a new and innovative way to enhance driver and pedestrian safety. - **Improving Zebra Stripes:** The use of 3D crosswalk designs offers an opportunity to improve the traditional design of zebra stripes and enhance pedestrian safety. ### Where This Applies - **Transportation:** The transportation industry can benefit from the use of innovative designs to enhance road safety. - **Urban Planning:** Urban planners can implement these optical illusion designs into city infrastructure to provide a new, innovative way of improving pedestrian safety. - **Public Safety:** The public safety industry can leverage these innovative designs to create safer streets and reduce the risk of pedestrian and driver accidents. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Playfully Branded Crosswalks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oreo-walks.md) - [Optical Illusion Carpets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-3d-carpet.md) - [Character-Like Roadway Bollards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/safety-bollard.md) - [Traffic Light-Inspired Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/traffic-light-bench.md) - [Fast Food-Themed Roads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mcdonaldsfries1.md) - [Urban Robot Traffic Safety](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polis.md) - [Artful Illusory Ads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/illusion-artwork.md) - [Triple Path Footbridges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/three-waves-footbridge.md) - [Playful Creative Design Billboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3d-billboards.md)