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As chaotician Ian Malcolm (played, famously, by Jeff Goldblum) states in Jurassic Park, some people spend too long “with whether or not they could, they didn’t stop to think if they should.” In the case of the film (and book) there were multiple deaths, but generally, when engineers and designers don’t think about limitations they end up making things that are just confusing.

The “Design Design” group is dedicated to shaming and mocking some of the most overdesigned, overengineered items out there. So get comfortable as you scroll through, upvote the worst examples and share your own thoughts in the comments section below.

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    This Bread Knife In A Swiss Restaurant Has A Silhouette Of The Major Peaks In Switzerland

    This Bread Knife In A Swiss Restaurant Has A Silhouette Of The Major Peaks In Switzerland

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    Ace
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    22 hours ago

    Available with a variety of mountain peak landscapes. https://www.panoramaknife.ch/en/#

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    Sometimes less really is more, particularly in cases where the designer can’t explain the purpose of “more.” Sometimes there are reasons to overdesign things, but generally, this is just a waste of resources or, even worse, just a means to impress investors.

    Take the infamous case of the Juicero. Founded in 2013, the company pitched a high-tech, innovative juicing press. Users would have to use special packs of fruits and vegetables, each marked with a QR code that the machine would read before turning it into fresh juice. So far so good, right?

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    This Is Probably The Funniest And Weirdest Washroom Sign

    This Is Probably The Funniest And Weirdest Washroom Sign

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    1960 Bmw Isetta

    1960 Bmw Isetta

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    Barong
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    1 day ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    These cars are awesome especially considering they were built for consumers of post war Europe as demand grew for inexpensive personal vehicles. The Suez Crisis cause a surge in oil prices and these efficient vehicles offered an economical way for people to travel. Other unique microcars of the period include the Kleinschnittger F125, Daihatsu Bee, Heinkel Kabine, Peel p50, and the Messerschmitt KR200,

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    First of all, the machine was priced at $699 in march of 2016, making it a pretty exclusive piece of tech to have in your home. Sales were not great and by 2017, it was being sold for $200 dollars less. Why were wealthy, health obsessed folks not buying it? Well, in 2017, Bloomberg News revealed that the juice packs could just as easily be juiced by hand, making the device practically useless.

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    This would be embarrassing enough, but what makes it so much worse is that the company had 120 million dollars of funding, all for a machine that did… nothing. Just a classic case of not stopping and considering simple questions like “does this juicer actually do anything?” and “does a juicer need to be connected to Wi-Fi at all times?”

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    This Speedometer

    This Speedometer

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    Robin Roper
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    1 day ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But officer, I thought I was driving at Bear and have no idea how I started going Kangaroo.

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    #12

    Why Does The Logo Look Like It Belongs To A Keratin-Enriched Conditioner Bottle?

    Why Does The Logo Look Like It Belongs To A Keratin-Enriched Conditioner Bottle?

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    Jrog
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    1 day ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Because that's an Olympic flame in the negative space, and a hint to the beauty, fashion and class Paris is known for. The font is a recall to Art Nouveau. Design-wise, it's a very well made logo.

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    #13

    What Is Even The Goal Of The Photographer Here?

    What Is Even The Goal Of The Photographer Here?

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    There Must Be A Reason Design People Are So Obsessed With Stairs

    There Must Be A Reason Design People Are So Obsessed With Stairs

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    pineapple87
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    1 day ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    All I think about when I see stuff like this is "imagine trying to clean that" - or in this case, under that

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    #20

    Man Ray Chess Set (1926)

    Man Ray Chess Set (1926)

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    LilliVB
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    1 day ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's not bad looking, but as a chess player it would drive me crazy at the beginning, with all the mental gymnastic to remember the corresponding pieces

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    Hoi-Polloi
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    21 hours ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's cute, in an IKEA sort of way, but I'd like juuuuust a little more distinction between King and Queen.

    Spidercat
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    7 hours ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Man Ray was one of the best. He designed this using basic shapes he had in his studio because he didn't want to buy a chess set...not long later eh voilà. One of the most recognisable sets ever.

    Lai Goldenbach
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    10 hours ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    the biggest problem is that the pieces that look the most similar is the king and the queen

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    18 hours ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The only proper place for this is right next to the Dali illustrated bible.

    KT
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    40 minutes ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In the early 80s, i went to friend from high school home. Their chess set the father carved were all phallic shaped. Weird

    Kevin Hickey
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    18 hours ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you have to decipher which piece is which before every turn, then it's a fail.

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    This Is What Happens When You Let An Architect With Too Much Free Time Loose

    This Is What Happens When You Let An Architect With Too Much Free Time Loose

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    Logo For The Family Federation For World Peace And Unification Found Across The Street From My Apartment Appears To Contain B***s

    Logo For The Family Federation For World Peace And Unification Found Across The Street From My Apartment Appears To Contain B***s

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    This Complicated Chair

    This Complicated Chair

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    Jaya
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    1 day ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks really ugly (in my opinion) and weird, but I wouldn't be surprised if it's actually a really nice thing to sit on and read in this position, or if it's one of those seats that's actually really good for your body.

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    Another One

    Another One

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    Shelli Aderman
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    1 day ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Um… is the one on the left shrugging shoulders, or indicating big boobs? And is the one on the right supposed to be hands on hips, or a penis with testicles? I HAVE QUESTIONS! 🤣

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    #33

    Because People Love Sitting On Bike Seats When They Don’t Have To

    Because People Love Sitting On Bike Seats When They Don’t Have To

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    Grazina Strolia
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    1 day ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think this is furniture designed to move people along quickly. Maybe a charging area at an airport? Charge your phone, charge your laptop, >MOVE< to make space for the next person.

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    Dangling A Toilet Above Another Toilet

    Dangling A Toilet Above Another Toilet

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    Tabitha
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    1 day ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh great. A piece of heavy porcelain over my head that could fall on me any time. Sure, THAT will make sitting on the throne a whole lot better. Uh-huh. (/s, ffs)

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