# Deceptive Bridge Designs The NEXT Architects Möbius Strip Bridge Can't Be Crossed By Michael Hines | Published 2014-02-06 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/next-architects-mbius-strip-bridge References: [dezeen](http://www.dezeen.com/2014/02/04/elastic-perspective-hilltop-staircase-next-architects/) & [nextarchitects](http://www.nextarchitects.com/) The [NEXT Architects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/watchtower-einderheide) Möbius Strip Bridge is one of the most awesome, and confusing, bridges ever designed. The bridge is awesome., in that it is a functional model of a Möbius strip. It allows residents of Carnisselande an [unobstructed view of Rotterdam](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portlantis), the Netherlands’ second-largest city. NEXT Architects Möbius Strip Bridge is also confusing in that, despite how it looks from afar, it cannot be fully traversed all at once, unless you’re willing to walk upside down. The bridge is made from Corten steel that was weathered beforehand, giving the bridge a rugged, coppery look. Surprisingly, this bridge isn’t the first Möbius strip-inspired bridge designed by NEXT Architects. The architectural firm designed a bridge for the harbor of Changsha, China, inspired by the [iconic infinite loop](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yohoo-museum). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 59% | Activity: 18% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## 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 - **Deceptive Design:** Incorporate confusing and ambiguous elements in physical designs. - **Möbius-inspired Structures:** Design structures inspired by the Möbius strip, which can act as functional models while providing unique viewing experiences. - **Infinite Loop Designs:** Incorporate the iconic infinite loop design pattern into physical structures to create unique and mesmerizing experiences. ### Where This Applies - **Architecture:** Design architects can incorporate deceptive elements and Möbius-inspired structures to create unique and functional structures. - **Tourism:** Incorporate unique and mesmerizing designs into tourist attractions to attract more visitors and provide them with unique experiences. - **Art:** Incorporate confusing and ambiguous elements in art installations to challenge perspective and create new and unique experiences for art lovers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Spirally Viewpoint Bridge Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/g-clef-bridge.md) - [Welded Steel Cantilevered Footbridges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sculptural-footbridge.md) - [Artful Cartoonish Canal Bridges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canal-skybridge.md) - [Triple Path Footbridges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/three-waves-footbridge.md) - [Pedestrian Viaduct Extension](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vincent-boutin.md) - [Möbius Strip-Inspired Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mbelius-coffee-table.md) - [Sculptural Pedestrian Bridges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asiatdarse.md) - [Weathering Steel Rolling Bridges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cody-dock.md) - [Taiwan Coastal Bridges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-danjiang-bridge.md)