Usually, when bad designs happen, they pretty much go unnoticed. Thanks to the internet and subreddits like r/CrappyDesign, however, we can now all enjoy these gems.
I always wondered, how did these major fails even get past the designing stage? I mean, somebody must’ve been overseeing these projects, right? Or did they all just go to lunch when it came to approving these ideas? Ha, ha.
1. This Clock
At first, I wasn’t sure what I was even looking at. Is this some weird wall puzzle? Turns out this is supposed to be a clock. What?
2. This Building Sign
If you’ve come to see the shoemaker, you’re in the wrong place. If you came to see some 18+ entertainment, you’re probably in the right place, at least according to this sign.
3. This Fence
I think it’s pretty evident somebody failed their Security 101 class here. Otherwise, how did they think this was going to work? Nice going, buddy!
4. These Buttons
So even though I don’t really know Braille, I can pretty much figure out that both “Alarm” and “Stop” can’t possibly be the same. WTF?
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5. This Pole
Oh my, what in the heck is going on here? Why is there a pole right in the middle of the road? How did this even happen?
6. This Tumbler
Why put measuring numbers on a tumbler that’s totally black? You can’t see through it to actually measure anything. LOL! Who even designed this?
7. This Playground
Tell me somebody designed this on purpose. I mean, there’s no way they looked at this idea and actually thought this was okay for a kids’ playground.
8. This Numbering Situation
Um, was somebody drunk when they put these numbers on these letterboxes? There is absolutely no rhyme or reason to this whatsoever. Am I right?
9. This Sign
Correct me if I’m wrong, but when I try to read this it actually sounds like it’s saying “Don’t drive safely.” Come again?
10. This “White Castle” Meal
What is it exactly? Is it all-white-meat chicken or 100% beef? I guess this is what they call “mystery meat,” lol. Indeed.
11. These Pants
This is exactly why I insist on checking myself in the mirror front and back when I buy clothes. Just so I can avoid looking like this.
12. This Bridge
Hmm, I thought the point of a bridge was to get from point A to B when there is no other way. This makes no sense at all.
13. These Bananas
Seriously, who wants to buy a banana that’s individually wrapped in plastic?
Ladies and gentlemen, that’s the pinnacle of human stupidity and total wastefulness.
14. This School Clinic Sign
Looks like this school’s clinic may need some emoji-education because this emoji is definitely not coughing, if you catch my drift. OMG, total facepalm.
15. This Tile
Is it just me or does this tile have no rhyme or reason? What were they even going for? Maybe they just ran out of tiles.
16. This Book
Correct me if I’m wrong, but a book all about being anti-plastic wrapped in said plastic is all kinds of wrong. No? This is so moronic.
17. These Mailboxes
I really dig the look of these visually appealing mailboxes, but my only question is, “Why are they blocking the actual sidewalk?” This is so not cool.
18. This Chocolate Bar
I really like the big image of the M&M on this chocolate bar, however, it makes it impossible to snap it cleanly. This would bother me.
19. This Road Sign
If you live in this neighborhood, you’ve probably wondered what this sign is referring to. Sadly, I’m afraid you’ll never figure it out.
20. This Light
I guess whoever bought this light and realized it was going to obscure the TV was just too lazy to return it. Right? Minor detail. LOL!
21. This Shirt
I guess this shirt covers all bases. Some days you never do your best. Other days you just want to quit. Talk about mixed messages.
22. This Restaurant
Imagine getting a table at a well-known Taco restaurant and then have to endure sitting like this? Are these guys for real? Or is this a joke?
I hope this teaches people to always get a second opinion on a design idea.
Otherwise, you might miss an important design flaw and that can change everything.
