Can You Spot the Invisible Ductwork?

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The discussion revolves around an optical illusion related to a ductwork design in a recently renovated building. The original image, which was printed with lowered contrast to simulate a draft, led to confusion about the visibility of the duct, as it appeared obscured by other objects. Participants noted that the duct was indeed present but difficult to see due to reflections and the way the image was altered with red outlines. The outlines, intended to clarify the duct's location, inadvertently made it harder to identify, as they obscured key visual cues. Users expressed their frustration and fascination with the illusion, highlighting the challenges of perspective and the impact of image manipulation on perception. Ultimately, the conversation emphasizes how visual elements can dramatically affect understanding in architectural contexts.
  • #31
Moonbear said:
HEYYYYYYYYY! Somebody was fiddling with brightness and contrast settings!
Did you read my posts...? :rolleyes:

I lowered the contrast to simulate the draft-quality printout I used when I sketched it for my boss. Yes, that enhances the illusion.
 
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russ_watters said:
Did you read my posts...? :rolleyes:

I lowered the contrast to simulate the draft-quality printout I used when I sketched it for my boss. Yes, that enhances the illusion.
Just getting even for when you don't read mine before commenting. :-p :redface:
 
  • #33
chroot said:
Open both pics up in separate browser windows, then switch back and forth. :biggrin:

- Wqarren
You spelled 'Warren' wrong. :-p
 
  • #34
Danger said:
You spelled 'Warren' wrong. :-p
No he didn't. The q was always there, it was hidden behind invisible-text-coloured construction lines. He's removed them for clarity.
 
  • #35
DaveC426913 said:
No he didn't. The q was always there, it was hidden behind invisible-text-coloured construction lines. He's removed them for clarity.

:smile: :smile:
 
  • #36
triden said:
DaveC426913 said:
No he didn't. The q was always there, it was hidden behind invisible-text-coloured construction lines. He's removed them for clarity.
:smile: :smile:
Agreed. :biggrin:
 
  • #37
Moonbear said:
Just getting even for when you don't read mine before commenting. :-p :redface:
Touche'. :redface:
 
  • #38
:rolleyes: Can someone show me where it is visually please? :smile:
 
  • #39
I'd outline just the parts you can see, but then people would yell at me...
 
  • #40
Stupid red lines...
 
  • #41
Mattara said:
:rolleyes: Can someone show me where it is visually please? :smile:
For those who don't even know where to begin looking in the image that shows the duct, this might help.
 

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