# Futuristic Signage Blogs A Tumblr Depicting Signs From the Future Takes a Pessimistic Perspective By Alyson Wyers | Published 2014-05-13 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/signs-from-the-future References: [fastcodesign](http://www.fastcodesign.com/3030522/drones-watching-what-signs-will-look-like-in-the-not-so-distant-future) & [signsfromthenearfuture.tumblr](http://signsfromthenearfuture.tumblr.com) A forward thinking tumblr shows us signs from the future. Designer Fernando Barbella's blog 'Signs of the Near Future' showcases the technology we may one day have and the public signs that would exist in a dystopian future. While many would think these imagined technological advances would better society down the road, the blogger has a more pessimistic view. From existing elements like drones and selfies to brain hijacking and synthetic burger discounts, these signs from the future cover a variety of topics. By combining familiar public spaces like elevators and airport security, the signs incorporate futuristic pieces seamlessly. While a little on the dark side, road signs for driverless cars also add a sense of humor to the photography based tumblr. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.7/10 - Popularity: 70% | Activity: 93% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/stylephotography) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Futuristic Technology:** Exploring signs from the future showcasing potential technological advancements. - **Dystopian Future:** Highlighting a pessimistic view of the future through dystopian signs. - **Humorous Futurism:** Incorporating humor into the portrayal of futuristic signs and technology. ### Who This Affects Most - **Technology:** Opportunities for developing and implementing futuristic technologies showcased in the signs. - **Marketing and Advertising:** Utilizing dystopian and futuristic themes in advertising campaigns. - **Photography:** Creating image-based content that merges the present with futuristic elements. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [AI-Powered Digital Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/intellino-signamic.md) - [AI-Powered Cityscape Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-urban-furniture.md) - [Futuristic Tech Activations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reddit-ces-2023.md) - [AI-Generated Real-World Transformations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-generated-world.md) - [AI-Powered Signage Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/parky-ai.md) - [Digital Audio-Visual Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audiovisual-exhibition.md) - [Robotic Digital Surveillance Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/accept-all.md) - [Urban Robot Traffic Safety](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polis.md) - [Futuristic Statement Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-future-is-not-set.md)