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The Opposite Of Design Fails: 50 Of The Most Brilliant Design Ideas That People Have Ever Shared In This Online Group (New Pics)
Over the years, we at Bored Panda have released quite a few pieces on subpar design. And while these publications are incredibly fun to prepare and scroll through (just take a look at this one), we need to balance them out a little. After all, not every designer is an incompetent 3-year-old. Some of them are 4... light-years ahead of the competition.
There's a subreddit that features high-quality images of interesting designs, including architectural, graphic, industrial, furniture, and product design, and even though we already covered it once, there are so many gems on it, we need to do a follow-up. From a restaurant half-sunken into the sea to a suitcase that can measure its own weight, continue scrolling and check out the best that human ingenuity has to offer.
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#1
Harnessing Nature To Shade A Walkway
Myrtille rat 3 years ago
this is located in the south of Spain in Jerez de la frontera it's a winery named Bodega Tio Pepe
#2
WW1 Memorial In Vácrátót, Hungary
#3
These Playing Cards
We, regular users, usually see just the finished product. But there's so much more that goes into actually creating them. To learn more about design, we contacted Nicole Phillips, who has been working in the design industry since 2005 and has a background in fine arts and advertising. Phillips specializes in logo design, branding, and package design for food & beverage, beauty, health, and interior design clients, and for each project, her work is unique and never linear.
"The design process requires research, experimentation, and even a bit of psychology," Phillips told Bored Panda. "When I feel frustrated with the process, I remind myself to take a step back, have fun and play. It's those moments of play and experimentation that usually create the best results, but it's those hours of research that help build the foundation for the final result."
"My clients are not paying me for my time, they are paying me for my many years of experience, so if I am able to complete the design process in 5 hours rather than 5 weeks, this is a sign of my years of experience and knowledge, this is valuable," she added.
#4
Putting Rails Under A Bench So You Can Always Be In Shade
#5
Apartment Building In Turin Holds 150 Trees
#6
Ads Against Littering In Toronto
Trying to determine whether or not a particular design is good, many turn to Dieter Rams and his '10 commandments.' According to Rams, good design is innovative, makes a product useful, is aesthetic, makes a product understandable, is unobtrusive, is honest, is long-lasting, is thorough down to the last detail, is environmentally friendly, and involves as little design as possible.
Nicole Phillips agrees with the German design legend.
"Good design includes a good balance of function, form, and fun," Phillips said. "The user shouldn't have to try too hard to get what they need from the design. Good design isn't just aesthetics, it should communicate well and push boundaries a bit. Good design solves problems."
To paraphrase Don Draper from Mad Men, it's simple but significant.
#7
This Is A Giant Iron Tree Built Into The Side Of The Russian Ministry Of Agriculture
#8
This Ladle
#9
This Bottleneck Is At An Angle For Easy Fill And Drinking
#10
The Drain Is Right Under The Soap Dispenser So It Doesn’t Stain The Sink
#11
Back Cover Of Dune. Turn It And It Always Says Dune. Design By Alex Trochut
#12
Multi Coloured Hair Ad
#13
This Enchanting Gothic Victorian House Built In 1888 In Arcata, California
#14
Awareness Ad For Seatbelts, Canada
#15
A Suitcase That Can Measure Its Own Weight
#16
Refrigerator With A Lazy Susan Built In
Aunt Messy 3 years ago
This is a great idea - and Kelvinator (I think) did something similar in the 1950s. The problem is that it takes up a HUGE amount of space in the kitchen. The doors need so much space that it's not very practical.
#17
The Built In Cable Management On This TV
#18
Three Years Ago This Week, Saudi Arabia Began Allowing Women To Drive. This Was Ford's Ad Campaign To Go Along With It
#19
Art Nouveau Architecture Of A House Built In The 1880s, Brussels, Belgium
#20
This Puzzle Comes With A Stand To Hold The Box Up
#21
The Bag My New Glasses Came In
#22
The Way These Milk Jugs Line Up!
#23
Clever Use Of The Captain’s Arm
Two_rolling_black_eyes 3 years ago
I bet its a ruse so you don't expect a crocodile when you open the cabinet.
#24
Just Amazing
~hUmMuS vIbEs~ 3 years ago
Just had a painful vision of me convincing myself I can slide down that and failing miserably.
#26
Door Lock Designed With Elderly (Or Intoxicated) People In Mind
Nadine Bamberger 3 years ago
When I look at our scratched front door people carrying grocery bags and kids would also approve.
#27
Igloo Hotels In Lapland, Finland
Ginny Weasly 3 years ago
Wow! So pretty! The hotel AND the northern lights. I rlly want to go there but with the virus, it will be a while.
#28
Thought This Was A Very Clever Way To Make A Caution Sign. It's Still Highly Visible And Does It's Job But With Some Fun. As An Added Bonus It Was In A Jamba Juice So It Makes Sense With Their Aesthetic
#29
"Der Spiegel" Covers 2017 And 2020
Rachel Peterson 3 years ago
Trump's administration and behavior had an impact worldwide in mostly awful ways; I Iove how the Germans, in two simple graphics, nail it.
#30
Gothic Architecture Of Lawyer's House (Kelch Mansion) In Saint-Petersburg, Russia
#31
Norwegian Restaurant Under, Half-Sunken Into The Sea
Ginny Weasly 3 years ago
It would be so cool eating on the bottom floor. Hopefully they have windows so you can see some of the wildlife!
#32
Bed Sheet Tells You Which Side You Are Holding So That You Can Orientate It When Putting It On The Bed
#33
Self-Taught American Artist Brian Mock, Turns Reclaimed Materials Into Breathtaking Sculptures
#34
Elvish - Elvin Silverware
#35
This Dining Chair
#36
Apartment Building In Istanbul, Turkey
#37
Royal Mail's New Electric Delivery Van Is Just The Cutest
#38
This Bread Knife In A Swiss Restaurant Has A Silhouette Of The Major Peaks In Switzerland
#39
This Contemporary House Glass Ceiling Bedroom
#40
This Exit Sign Actually Looks Really Neat
#41
Umbrella Logo That Only Shows When It Gets Wet
#42
The Architecture Of This Home Office/Library Located In The 13th Arrondissement Of Paris
Sinter Klaas 3 years ago
Sunlight will ruin the colors of the books. I always keep my books and cd's in the shade. Nevertheless, beautiful room.
#43
“It’s The Hat” Clever Ad For Hut Weber, A German Hat Company. One Of My All Time Favorite Clever But Incredibly Simple Advertising Designs
Pazuzu 3 years ago (edited)
its the hat that makes the difference. pretty clever i think. i mean who,d want to be mistaken with Hitler :)
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Me 3 years ago
The design is very clever but it conjures up a terrible history. I still find that history painful. It's sad that a company is using that image in an attempt to profit. There are worse things in life but this seems in poor taste.
Nicolai Zoëga 3 years ago
Becourse the hat makes it Charles chaplin, insted
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okpkpkp 3 years ago
Don't use Hitler in ads. It is too soon and will forever and always be too soon.
Tadhg Abella Reynolds 2 years ago
Yeah, let's bury any existing evidence of Hitler and forget about it. It's a german brand dude they're poking fun at themselves who shoved a pole up your a*s?
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Tadhg Abella Reynolds 2 years ago
Ah yes, there's definitely Nazi propaganda in a f*cking bowler hat ad. What is so creepy about this?
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Heather Davis 2 years ago
I like it charlie hated Hitler and the fact they both had the same mustache. He was anti Hitler before all the other Americans.
Ramon F. Gomez 2 years ago
Chaplin was British.Yet you are right in that most US citizens weren't against Hitler before the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor.
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Cathy Carey 3 years ago
Is that Hitler?! This makes me want to NOT buy their products. I am half German and wish I was not because of that Nazi bullshit.
Kael Jones 2 years ago
I can see why. Part of me doesn’t forgive Germany because of what the nazis did
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Marlowe Fitzpatrik 3 years ago
Funny how people are so appalled by this. It's clear they mean to say that it's the hat that makes the person. Without the iconic hat, Chaplin's facial features would look like Hitler's. (Which CC intended, to make fun of Hitler. Nobody forced CC to wear the beard like he did). I think it's a clever ad.
Geordie Insomniac 2 years ago
To go from Hitler to Charlie Chaplin in one small move is kinda cool!!
Phillip Shepard 2 years ago
Look up Chaplin's history. He did a satirical film that condemned Nazism, "The Great Dictator" Original Premiere: March 7, 1941.
Delta Alpha 2 years ago
Hitler never wore a bowler hat...but Charlie Chaplin, as the Little Tramp did!!!
Trisha Whitelock-Fetter 2 years ago
Could come from the movie the Great Dictator!!! One of my favorite Chaplin films.
Vernon Purvis 3 years ago
very "risky" ad for a German company. It is a wonder the German government did not freak out.
Sherry Harvey 3 years ago
Great ad. The hat makes all the difference. That’s the point and for advertising hats, this ad is terrific.
Anja Schmidt 3 years ago
in germany you could shine with knowledge by replacing the hat thing with studying arts ... They say, if hitler would have been accepted as a student to the acadamy of fine arts, he wouldn´t have become a political führer. so it´s all about studying arts ... https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adolf_Hitler
Jason Green 2 years ago
So it’s the art school’s fault? He would have been brimming with love and tolerance if only he could have pursued his mediocre paintings? Obviously we should send every human to art school if it has that kind of power.
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Fat Unicorn 3 years ago
It's a joke from The Office. It was never Hitler. It's always Charlie. The hat makes the difference in the mind of the viewer, not the reality of who is depicted. A little critical thinking goes a long way. Go for clever art.
Anita Pickle 3 years ago
Just proves Charlie Chaplin needs a hat at all times or people flip out
Tom Markham 2 years ago
That's Charlie Chaplin, NOT Hitler. No German company would ever feature Hitler in any ad.
Mauricio Hernandez 2 years ago
The creativity in this ad is undoubtedly amazing BUT the THEME with the guy on the left is not. There is nothing 100% perfect. 10 in creativity. 3 in the theme.
Dana Mardell 2 years ago
Says to me, throw a hat on a monster and then he is suddenly likeable, and stylish. Hide your racism and hate with a hat!!
Peter Ledoux 2 years ago
I also think it's a terrible ad, a German Co. no less. I'm top a top hat kinda guy, ball cap is more me. I will not be buying from them. They can't have forgotten, oh right people are saying it never happened . Anybody who can say that and mean it I would smile fade away.
BlackDogsLivesMatter 2 years ago
I thought it was Laurel from Laurel and Hardy. I guess its probably Chaplin. Where in the hell did hitler come from? People get all their undies in a bunch over a pic of a hat. Seriously, grow the p**k up.
Clara Reger 2 years ago
Hitler vs Charlie Chaplin, who heroically satirized Hitler. A tip of the hat to Charlie and good vs evil.
Tadhg Abella Reynolds 2 years ago
Probably a Christian that wants to feel good about themselves tbh.
Tadhg Abella Reynolds 2 years ago
@Abhinc, what are you talking about lmao. They're not capitalizing on an atrocity, they're just making a comedic play on the character of someone in (THEIR country's) history in order to advertise their brand in a creative and poke fun-ish way.
Sandra McDonald 2 years ago
Is that Hitler or the guy from the silent movies. Didn't he have a "mustache" like that? Can't remember his name.
Gail Hicks 2 years ago
ABHINC...I take the graphic to represent Charlie Chaplin. What say you?!
Daniela Galatean Ficiu 2 years ago
“It’s The Hat” Clever Ad For Hut Weber, A German Hat Company. One Of My All Time Favorite Clever But Incredibly Simple Advertising Designs
Zachary Mcleod 2 years ago
Who says antisemitic marketing can't be clever. Far from classy, but clever
Ilvana Babic 2 years ago
Abhinc,,I think that you need to buy a new hat and chill a bit,relax,feel better
Danielle Schaefer-singleton 2 years ago
God Lord People...Its an AD , NOT A statement..actually, The hat is the statement.. .. Im not sure why people come here to argue .lifes hard enough!!
Anu Aaltonen 3 years ago (edited)
Laughter is the best weapon against boggarts and other monsters.
Purple Panda Rae'n 3 years ago
Why are there many people who cannot distinguish between Hitler's RECTANGULAR mustache and CHARLIE CHAPLIN's HEXAGON mustache?
Paul Crozier 3 years ago
I've looked at the pictures and the moustache looks the same
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Sheenagh Murphy 3 years ago
I didn't think Hitler at all until I read the comments - Chaplin definitely!
Joyce Deering 3 years ago
Controversies aside...I think it just looks like 'hair' and 'hat'. This just looked like a stretch to sell hats. Lucky thing I don't wear hats or try to sell them.
Kimu but she’s inactive 3 years ago
Thats creative but not morally correct… in any way possible.
Sharon Maher 3 years ago
not sure i can run with the conintation of from murder to clown with just a hat
Dorothy Parker 3 years ago (edited)
Truly tone deaf and hateful. They might consider partnering with Zara, whose yellow star tee shirt and swastika handbags are equally heinous.
Amaranthim Talon 3 years ago
So a German company actually CHOSE to link themselves with Hitler? Yeah- genius advertising- NOT!
Lyn Moffett 3 years ago
No. That’s just wrong they are immortalising the most evil bastard in history
#44
This Dishwasher Projects A Timer Onto The Floor
#45
This Bottle Opener
#46
Maintenance Guy's Shirt Doubles As A Helpful Sign
#47
Poster For The Borat 2 Film
#48
Pigalle Basketball Court Designed By Ill Studio & Nike
#49
Time’s New Cover
Maria Schneider 3 years ago
"Time Magazine from October 19 , 2020 - Donald Trump’s COVID-19 Diagnosis Is Forcing Him to Face His Personal and Political Vulnerability" Google says
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What do you think ?
Shauna Hicken 3 years ago
I second that thought, we get blitzed with too much politics already. I want a break.
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Rita B 3 years ago
Please add - Japanese toilets. The flushing tank has a water spout with a soap dispenser, so people can wash their hands in the toilet stall- and sudsy water flushed the toilet
Mewton’s Third Paw 3 years ago
We’ve seen that on the last few posts with cool stuff. It doesn’t need to be repeated again.
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grey galah 3 years ago
This was good stuff. Beautiful, intriguing, maybe controversial, imaginative and practical. Today, I'm a contented panda.
sharron lynn parsons 3 years ago
A good post, I especially enjoyed, the incredible architecture, it's something I have always appreciated, I truly get excited, at the beauty !!!
Chloe *Leah* Pheonix 3 years ago
Theres a faucet at the Cheyenne mountain zoo hippo and penguin exhibit restrooms that are three in one, it's a horizontal faucet, one part dispenses water, the middle part dispenses soap, and the other is air dry
Neb 3 years ago
I saw quite a few 2 in 1 recently in the airport, shaped a bit like airplane: middle part provides water, and the side parts work as air dry. There is no rounded plane shapes, simply the style (middle tube, and two tubes to the side from the middle of water one)
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Helena Hultström 2 years ago
There's political and then there are phenomena like the American precidency. I think that, considering it's no longer only of national concern, is bigger and beyond politics.
Thomas Biorogue 2 years ago
Quit saying, "This online group." EVERY SINGLE TIME it is Reddit. Just say "we stole this from Reddit."
Barbara Gibson 2 years ago
What did it used to be? All i see is a banana caution sign. Not much controversy there. I think it's cute.
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Israel Wilkinson 2 years ago
Your political messages aged as well as Bidens video saying Putin would stop all aggression and respect Biden😂😂😂
Elizabeth Newsday 2 years ago
Why is the political bias against Trump necessary? He made mistakes yes, but he is all and all a good man and a great president. Besides I see no reason to put politics into this usually amazing website.
Jeannie Walter 2 years ago
I'm getting pretty tired of trolls posting their anti-Trump and anti-conservative crap. I never see anything pro-Trump or pro-conservative...is that by design, or do you simply have a large number of leftists who read your posts? Either be fair and let both sides post, or don't post anything from angry leftists. We're ALL allowed to have our own opinions, but it's infuriating to only see stupid posts and/or comments from leftists.
Hannah Walters 3 years ago
Really cool ideas If your reading this I hope you have a great day and know. “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.” John 3:16 NIV
Terd Fergison 3 years ago
Why did jesus supposedly heal some lepers in the stories, but he didn't cure the disease leprosy itself? Some people still suffer with leprosy to this day. Was he incompetent? Evil? Just wants certain people to suffer? Science has largely cured the disease leprosy. Thank scientists! Can you name a disease god has cured? Science has actually cured a number of diseases. Do you have any evidence that any gods even exist? How is jesus god's only son? Aren't we all supposedly created in god's image? Didn't god create Adam and Eve? The bible says pray for anything you want in god's name & god will give it to you. Can you please pray to regrow the limbs of an amputee? Petitionary prayer fails. What makes you think heaven is real then?
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Shauna Hicken 3 years ago
I second that thought, we get blitzed with too much politics already. I want a break.
Load More Replies... Rita B 3 years ago
Please add - Japanese toilets. The flushing tank has a water spout with a soap dispenser, so people can wash their hands in the toilet stall- and sudsy water flushed the toilet
Mewton’s Third Paw 3 years ago
We’ve seen that on the last few posts with cool stuff. It doesn’t need to be repeated again.
Load More Replies... grey galah 3 years ago
This was good stuff. Beautiful, intriguing, maybe controversial, imaginative and practical. Today, I'm a contented panda.
sharron lynn parsons 3 years ago
A good post, I especially enjoyed, the incredible architecture, it's something I have always appreciated, I truly get excited, at the beauty !!!
Chloe *Leah* Pheonix 3 years ago
Theres a faucet at the Cheyenne mountain zoo hippo and penguin exhibit restrooms that are three in one, it's a horizontal faucet, one part dispenses water, the middle part dispenses soap, and the other is air dry
Neb 3 years ago
I saw quite a few 2 in 1 recently in the airport, shaped a bit like airplane: middle part provides water, and the side parts work as air dry. There is no rounded plane shapes, simply the style (middle tube, and two tubes to the side from the middle of water one)
Load More Replies... Helena Hultström 2 years ago
There's political and then there are phenomena like the American precidency. I think that, considering it's no longer only of national concern, is bigger and beyond politics.
Thomas Biorogue 2 years ago
Quit saying, "This online group." EVERY SINGLE TIME it is Reddit. Just say "we stole this from Reddit."
Barbara Gibson 2 years ago
What did it used to be? All i see is a banana caution sign. Not much controversy there. I think it's cute.
Load More Replies... Israel Wilkinson 2 years ago
Your political messages aged as well as Bidens video saying Putin would stop all aggression and respect Biden😂😂😂
Elizabeth Newsday 2 years ago
Why is the political bias against Trump necessary? He made mistakes yes, but he is all and all a good man and a great president. Besides I see no reason to put politics into this usually amazing website.
Jeannie Walter 2 years ago
I'm getting pretty tired of trolls posting their anti-Trump and anti-conservative crap. I never see anything pro-Trump or pro-conservative...is that by design, or do you simply have a large number of leftists who read your posts? Either be fair and let both sides post, or don't post anything from angry leftists. We're ALL allowed to have our own opinions, but it's infuriating to only see stupid posts and/or comments from leftists.
Hannah Walters 3 years ago
Really cool ideas If your reading this I hope you have a great day and know. “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.” John 3:16 NIV
Terd Fergison 3 years ago
Why did jesus supposedly heal some lepers in the stories, but he didn't cure the disease leprosy itself? Some people still suffer with leprosy to this day. Was he incompetent? Evil? Just wants certain people to suffer? Science has largely cured the disease leprosy. Thank scientists! Can you name a disease god has cured? Science has actually cured a number of diseases. Do you have any evidence that any gods even exist? How is jesus god's only son? Aren't we all supposedly created in god's image? Didn't god create Adam and Eve? The bible says pray for anything you want in god's name & god will give it to you. Can you please pray to regrow the limbs of an amputee? Petitionary prayer fails. What makes you think heaven is real then?
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