# Optical Illusion Rugs The Sima Pashtun Carpet Looks like It's Sinking into the Ground By Meghan Young | Published 2011-04-16 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sima-pashtun References: [core77](http://www.core77.com/blog/object_culture/sima_pashtun_a_trompe_loeil_rug_by_mauricio_lara_and_sebastian_lara_19041.asp) & [franzmayer.org.mx](http://www.franzmayer.org.mx/) The Sima Pashtun rug is an intriguing piece of [home decor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/textured-rug-design) that gives the awesome illusion that it is sinking into the ground like quicksand. Designed by Armenian-born and Istanbul-raised duo Mauricio and Sebastián Lara, the Sima Pashtun rug takes a relatively [traditional carpet pattern](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tartan-shuttle-weave-rug) and tweaks it thanks to a technologically enabled [optical illusion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ripples-collection). Excellently executed by Odabashian Trading Corp., the Sima Pashtun rug is currently being exhibited at the Franz Mayer Museum in Mexico City. The Sima Pashtun rug is specifically inspired by a Tibetan technique that was developed over 3000 years ago. It uses quality materials from New Zealand, Egypt and India. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.6/10 - Popularity: 78% | Activity: 81% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Optical Illusion Rugs:** The Sima Pashtun rug showcases the potential of optical illusion techniques in home decor. - **Technologically Enabled Optical Illusions:** The use of technology to create optical illusions opens up innovative possibilities in various industries. - **Revitalizing Traditional Designs:** Incorporating modern twists into traditional patterns presents disruptive innovation opportunities in the world of home decor. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Home Decor:** The optical illusion rugs are a prime example of how innovative designs can create a unique and captivating experience within the home decor industry. - **Textile Manufacturing:** The utilization of quality materials and advanced techniques in rug production can revolutionize the textile manufacturing sector. - **Museum Exhibition:** By showcasing innovative home decor pieces like the Sima Pashtun rug, museums can attract visitors and inspire creativity within the exhibition industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Optical Illusion Carpets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-3d-carpet.md) - [Oil Painting-Inspired Rugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/antonio-santn.md) - [Liquified Persian Textile Rugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/say-touche.md) - [Desert-Inspired Floor Coverings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dune-rug.md) - [Gem-Inspired Illusion Rugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gem-rug-collection.md) - [Exquisite Textured Rug Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/textured-rug.md) - [Mesmerizing Artful Patterned Rugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electtrico-collection.md) - [Patterned Artisanal Hand-Tufted Rugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/giro.md) - [Season-Inspired Rug Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artistic-rug-range.md)