# Visually Warped Keyboard Caps Vivaan Singh Designs the Warped New Ergonomic ESC Keycap By Amy Duong | Published 2023-05-15 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/esc-keycap References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2023/05/12/looking-to-escape-a-long-workday-this-optical-illusion-esc-keycap-lets-you-leap-down-the-rabbit-hole/) & [bit.ly](https://bit.ly/3UPQoc2)  Vivaan Singh designs a new iteration of the [ESC Keycap](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8bitdo-retro-keycaps) as a part of the Render Weekly Design Challenge. It is meant to take the term 'escape' and push that in a visually symbolic and ergonomic way. The keycap is designed with a [warped look](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keyboard-design1) and serves as a reminder to indulge in escapism as well. Vivaan notes that “It can get really frustrating looking for the escape you need." The keycap has a continuous upper surface and along one corner, it cascades off similar to a waterfall and can fit into any [mechanical keyboard](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/v60-pro-deluxe-edition). The word is applied in white against a black base for tonal contrast and it also warps offwards as well to build towards the visual illusion. Image Credit: Vivaan Singh ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 12% | Activity: 12% | Freshness: 15% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Ergonomic Keyboard Design:** There is an opportunity for designers to explore new ergonomic designs for keyboard keys to improve user comfort and efficiency. - **Visual Symbolism in Product Design:** Designers can explore the use of visual symbolism to add more meaning and impact to their product designs. - **Customizable Computer Accessories:** There is a demand for customizable computer accessories, such as keyboard keys, to enhance personalization and self-expression in the tech industry. ### Where This Applies - **Computer Hardware:** Companies in the computer hardware industry can innovate by introducing more ergonomic and visually appealing designs for keyboard keys and other computer accessories. - **Product Design:** Product designers can explore the use of visual symbolism in their designs to add more depth and meaning to their products, including computer accessories. - **Gaming Equipment:** The gaming industry can provide customizable keyboard keys and other computer accessories to enhance the gaming experience and cater to personal preferences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Custom Keyboard Keycaps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyperx-2.md) - [Modular Hexagonal Cap Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kbird-spec-project.md) - [Coding Newbie Keyboard Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hello-world-keyboard.md) - [Retro Gaming Keycaps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/game-artisan-keycap.md) - [Visual Graphic-Inspired Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/esc-keys.md) - [Spaceship-Inspired Keyboard Keycaps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/benemate-apollo-keycap-set.md) - [Curved Retro-Style Key Caps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/custom-keycap-set.md) - [Fantasy Keycap Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hogwarts-house-keycaps.md) - [Amber-Inspired Keycap Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oshid-amber.md)