A Perspective Illusion Mural for International Buddhist Association Christchurch

A matter of perspective

This is a great example of using perspective. What was once a dull stairwell wall is now a treat for the eye. We worked with International Buddhist Association (IBA) Christchurch to bring their concept to reality.

Making the illusion work

Some careful tweaking was required to get the illusion right. We produced the image on ACM panels, fixed directly to the wall. To help make sense of it, the bottom shot is taken looking down from the top floor, showing the complete mural from ceiling right down to the tiled floor. The first image is taken standing back in the top floor walkway leading to the stairs. The illusion creates the effect of an extended walkway.

This is what thinking outside the square is all about. Approach a space with an open mind, and digital printing can create some genuinely striking effects, in this case, taking a good idea and making it actually happen. It's about taking that second look and asking yourself, have I considered every possibility, or just the most obvious one?

FAQs

What is a perspective illusion mural?
A perspective illusion mural uses careful design and proportion adjustments so that, when viewed from a specific angle or position, a flat image appears to extend a space or create a three dimensional effect, such as making a wall look like an extended walkway.

What materials are used for illusion murals like this?
ACM (aluminium composite material) panels are a durable option for this kind of work, allowing a printed image to be produced off site and fixed directly to a wall.

This is a look back at a past project. Some details may have changed since it was first published, get in touch with us for current information.

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