# Unnaturally Starry Cityscapes Thierry Cohen Darkened Cities Collection Eliminates Light Pollution By Elise Ying-Hei Ho | Published 2012-12-27 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thierry-cohen-darkened-cities References: [designtaxi](http://designtaxi.com/news/354926/What-Urban-Night-Skies-Would-Look-Like-If-Cities-Turn-Off-The-Light/) & [thierrycohen](http://thierrycohen.com/pages/work/starlights.html) The Thierry Cohen Darkened Cities photography collection illustrates urban areas void of all [light pollution](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spencer-finch), depicting a seemingly impossible world of natural landmark locations. Lights are an essential part of an urban area, and while it may make for a breathtaking skyline and beautiful scenery, it's also a cause for pollution as well as heightened electrical bills. In the Thierry Cohen Darkened Cities collection, the photographer superimposes images of [starry nights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-constellation-of-love) onto famous landmarks and cityscapes in popular busy areas like Hong Kong, Tokyo, Rio de Janerio, New York, Shanghai and many more. Darkened Cities showcases a world void of unnatural light, creating a rare image reminiscent of a city blackout that one almost never gets to see in big cities. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 60% | Activity: 68% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/stylephotography) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Dark Skies:** Opportunities for eco-conscious lighting design in urban areas to create less light pollution and preserve dark skies. - **Virtual Awe:** Innovation in virtual reality technology that simulate natural environments over cityscapes, inspiring awe and positive emotions amidst urban life. - **Artificial Light Reduction:** Innovations in smart city planning and energy-efficient policies to help reduce and regulate the amount of artificial light in urban areas. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Photography:** Opportunities and demand for photography that includes consciously reducing the use of artificial lights in urban settings, emphasizing nature. - **Eco-tourism:** Marketing new unexplored locations that offer unique naturally lit views to travelers, drawing attention to areas that have programs for reducing light pollution. - **Smart Cities:** Integrating innovative lighting, energy and environmental policies in urban planning and development, which can improve our carbon footprint and support eco-friendly living. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Crystal-Clear Smart Telescopes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-telescopes.md) - [Laser-Cut Urban Artistry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laser-cut-city-maps.md) - [Light Pollution-Reducing Island Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/island-lamp.md) - [Lightning-Inspired Artful Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bright-light-shining.md) - [Stone Waste Street Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pebble-street-light.md) - [Evening Sky-Inspired Lighting Fixtures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/evening-sky.md) - [Tree Branch-Formed Lighting Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/celestial-attraction.md) - [Astronaut Night Light Projectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/night-light-projectors.md) - [Moon-Inspired Column Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/column-lights.md)