# Floating Crystal Installations The Ron van der Ende Edge of Space Exhibit Plays With Perception By Jana Pijak | Published 2012-12-08 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ron-van-der-ende-edge-of-space References: [frameweb](http://www.frameweb.com/news/ron-van-der-ende-edge-of-space) & [ronvanderende.nl](http://ronvanderende.nl/) The Ron van der Ende 'Edge of Space' exhibit plays with human perception. The artist's stunning [sculptural pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neojomon-biomorphic-fantme) resemble ancient stone and crystal forms that take on the shape of objects ranging from rings and automobiles to meaty steaks. The striking sculptures appear to be [floating in mid air](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floating-bench) despite of their heavy weight. This art series is more than meets the eye, creating an [illusion of the third dimension](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moving-furniture). The bas-relief perspective forms are wall hung but seem to be independently floating as they emerge into their surrounding space. The Ron van der Ende Edge of Space exhibition pushes visual boundaries and plays with human perception. The seemingly 3D installation series tricks the eye and intrigues the viewer. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.5/10 - Popularity: 29% | Activity: 9% | 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) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Illusionary Installations:** There is an opportunity for artists and designers to create interactive exhibits that play with perspective and trick the human eye. - **Floating Sculptures:** There is an opportunity to explore new materials and methods to create floating installations that appear weightless despite their actual weight. - **Bas-relief Perspective Art:** There is an opportunity to experiment with bas-relief perspective art to create multidimensional and visually striking installations. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Art and Design:** Artists and designers can draw inspiration from these sculptures and create similar experiential exhibits. - **Museum and Exhibition:** Museums and exhibition spaces can incorporate Illusionary Installations into their exhibits to enhance visitor experience and engagement. - **Interior Design:** Interior designers can incorporate Floating Sculptures or Bas-Relief Perspective Art into their designs to create visually striking and unique spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Gem-Like Sculptural Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cylindrical-lenses.md) - [Wonderous Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/your-psychoacoustic-light-ensemble.md) - [Psychedelic Sculptural Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frank-stella-recent-sculpture.md) - [Monumental Air Installation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iwagumi-air-scape.md) - [Lightning-Inspired Artful Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bright-light-shining.md) - [Circular Light Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shen-sculpture.md) - [Material-Accented Dreamscape Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dreamscape-exhibit.md) - [Artful Reflective Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-space-in-between.md) - [Fluid Function Art Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/optical-flow.md)