# Capturing Abandoned Abodes 'Deserted Homes' by Sigal Ben David Takes Us to New Orleans By Marissa Brassfield | Published 2010-01-02 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deserted-homes References: [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/Gallery/Deserted-Homes/378003) & [fuelyourphotography](http://www.fuelyourphotography.com/neworleanspostkatrina/) Between Hurricane Katrina and the recession, New Orleans has had a rough decade; 'Deserted Homes' by Sigal Ben David is a photo set that captures the abandoned abodes in NOLA in stark detail. There's a sense of sadness that pervades 'Deserted Homes' by Sigal Ben David. In clicking through these shots, I think of the families that once lived there, the memories made on that plot... and then I wonder where they are now. Do you have the same reaction? ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 57% | Activity: 23% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Home](https://www.trendhunter.com/home) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Abandoned Homes:** Exploring innovative ways to repurpose or revitalize abandoned homes could create new opportunities for urban development and affordable housing. - **Photography Projects:** Leveraging photography projects focused on capturing the essence of abandoned spaces can tap into the growing interest in urban exploration and nostalgia. - **Documenting Urban Decay:** Creating visual narratives that document the effects of natural disasters and economic downturns on cities can raise awareness and drive discussions around community resilience and recovery. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Real Estate:** Innovative approaches to repurposing abandoned homes could disrupt the real estate industry by unlocking new market segments and addressing affordable housing challenges. - **Art and Photography:** The increasing interest in urban exploration and nostalgic themes opens up opportunities for photographers and artists to showcase and sell their work capturing abandoned spaces. - **Community Development and Resilience:** Documenting and discussing urban decay can inspire conversations around community development, resilience, and policy-making, creating opportunities for organizations focused on urban planning and disaster recovery. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Personal Nostalgic Photo Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holy-ohio.md) - [Abstract Fantasy Home Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/abstract-fantasy-home.md) - [New Orleans Colorful Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/office-la.md) - [Disaster-Striken New Furniture Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/future-perfect.md) - [Apocalypse Post Pandemic Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-urban-art.md) - [Coastal Island Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pasparakisfriel.md) - [Redesigned Desert Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/palm-springs-residence.md) - [Home-Defining Artistic Flags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/everything-is-temporary.md) - [New Yorker-Approved Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-yorks-streeteasy.md)