# Distorted Skyscraper Photography The 'Kuala Lumpur Deconstruction' Focuses On Local Architecture By M | Published 2016-09-14 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/local-architecture References: [fubiz.net](http://www.fubiz.net/en/2016/09/09/kuala-lumpur-deconstruction-photography-series/?utm_source=feedly&utm_medium=webfeeds) & [instagram](https://www.instagram.com/carstenwitte/) Carsten Witte is a German creative photographer that focused on the local architecture in Kuala Lumpur for his latest series fittingly entitled, 'Kuala Lumpur Deconstruction.' The illustrations creatively showcase the [buildings and skyscrapers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rruga-adem-jashari) in the community through a [distorted perspective](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/first-kiss-at-last-light) that blurs the lines and colors present in the structures. The illustrations focus on buildings that are in construction or in the process of being teared down, by highlighting the work-in-progress status. The illustrations highlight the traditional and culture of Kuala Lumpur as seen in its buildings that are tall, modular and [tightly packed in design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/highdensity-residential-design). The blurred aesthetic to the photos further highlights the impressive standing of the structures even through the shape's details are rendered hidden. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 68% | Activity: 75% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/architecture) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Distorted Skyscraper Photography:** A trend of using distorted photography techniques to creatively showcase buildings and skyscrapers. - **Local Architecture Focus:** A trend of highlighting local architecture and culture in creative photography series. - **Blurred Aesthetic:** A trend of using blurred aesthetics to emphasize the impressive standing of structures in photography. ### Where This Applies - **Photography:** The photography industry can harness the trend of distorted techniques to bring unique perspectives to architectural photography. - **Architecture:** The architecture industry can benefit from the trend of showcasing local architecture and culture to promote their designs and attract attention. - **Tourism:** The tourism industry can leverage the trend of blurred aesthetics to create visually appealing marketing materials that highlight the beauty of local architecture. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Towering Wooden Block Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/capsule-tower.md) - [Optical Illusion Replica Artworks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/liberty-science-center.md) - [Toy Brick-Inspired Studios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/curving-block.md) - [Paper-Made Mosaic Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/real-life-architecture-exhibition.md) - [Photograph-Centric Museums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/photography-seoul-museum-of-art.md) - [Warped Stacked Residence Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quinta-do-rei.md) - [Textile-Inspired Skyscraper Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airside.md) - [Unfinished Mall Textile Installation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-limbo.md) - [Staggered Cubic Skyscrapers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ooda.md)