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#2

The Students In My Course Complained About Not Having Enough Privacy, And University Decided To Install Glass Doors To Solve The Issue

Final score:

256points

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Did I say that out loud? (he/him)cis/het 3 months ago

At least there's no big gap at the bottom.

71points

#3

My Classroom Has These Floor Outlets. It's Basically The Toe Stubber 5000

Final score:

250points

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AtMostAFabulist Premium 3 months ago

Or the back breaker 5001.

88points

Urban planner and GIS analyst Taiwo Agbaje tells Bored Panda that one aspect that makes a public space successful is its accessibility. “A remarkable public space is undeniably easy to access and navigate, visible from a distance, and seamlessly connected to its surroundings.”

Other features that it has to include are engaging activities. “Successful public spaces are unequivocal hubs of vibrant activity, offering diverse opportunities for people to engage and participate in various activities,” says Agbaje.

#4

Leg Space In A Cricket Stadium

Final score:

235points

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Ray Ceeya (RayCeeYa) 3 months ago

Maybe it's made for actual crickets?

222points

#5

There Are Three Steps Down At The Entrance To This Lobby

Final score:

231points

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Helena 3 months ago

This is how I'll die

165points

#6

Public Restroom Stalls With... Viewing Windows? Why?

Final score:

228points

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Nathaniel He/Him Cis-Het 3 months ago

Hi Dave, not seen you in a while, what brings you here?

152points

He also adds that such places should be comfortable, pleasing to the eye, and serve as a fostering environment for social interactions. “A comfortable environment is undeniably crucial, where seating, shade, cleanliness, and pleasant aesthetics significantly contribute to a positive experience. The space's image must radiate safety, inviting warmth, and impeccable maintenance.

Outstanding public spaces definitively foster social interactions, serving as unequivocal meeting points that genuinely enhance the sense of community, enabling connections among friends, family, and strangers."

#7

The Wall Art In This Bathroom Is... Suboptimal

Final score:

224points

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Nathaniel He/Him Cis-Het 3 months ago

Taco Bell toilet? To help hide what happens when you eat there?

107points

#8

They Put Circus Mirrors In My Local Gym

Final score:

220points

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Pandora 3 months ago

Body dysmorphia gym.

125points

#9

My School Installed A New Beamer. I Nominate Them For "The Best Engineering 2017"

Final score:

210points

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JoinMeZoe 3 months ago

Imagine if that was "School of Design and Architecture"

94points

Urban planner Sam Austin, who advocates building liveable cities for youth, summarized these principles by saying, “Public spaces should make people 'stick' and linger for longer, encouraging people to stay and spend time in. Whether that's having informal seating spaces along a pedestrian street or interactive public art - it should provide multiple opportunities to enjoy the space.”

#10

This Was The "Sink" In A Restaurant

Nope, this isn’t a minimalist, avant-garde design. The water just spills off the edges onto the floor, which is why the mop is right there. There isn’t even a drain pipe below this counter.

CoolBDPhenom03 Report

Final score:

207points

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ZGutr 3 months ago

I have questions .... Design over function ? Sink on back-order ? Work in progress ? Simply forgotten ? Budget overrun ? (I know ... 2 & 3 are unlikely, not easy to cut holes in it now)

91points

#11

At Least It's Padded

Final score:

202points

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JB 3 months ago

Upvote if you can hear this picture!

201points

#12

The Fitting Room Door At The Thrift Store

Final score:

201points

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Boredest Panda 3 months ago

“You must be at least this short to use”

100points

Now that we have discussed what makes a public space successful, let’s see what the most common mistakes designers make when creating them.

Austin believes that going too over the top can often ruin the experience of these places. “Some of the most successful public spaces are those that are simple, welcoming and encourage you to stay. While flashy designs and expensive materials look nice, they often create spaces that feel like you don't belong or a sterile, unnatural feeling.”

#13

The Lights In This Hallway

Final score:

201points

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AtMostAFabulist Premium 3 months ago

The electrician was trippin' balls when installing them.

167points

#14

Lets Hope There Won't Be Fire

Final score:

197points

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Ray Ceeya (RayCeeYa) 3 months ago

Well that's illegal AF.

344points

ADJ 3 months ago

My thoughts exactly. We in Poland learned it the hard way. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fire_in_the_Gdansk_Shipyard_hall

20points

UncleJohn3000 3 months ago

If that's not a safety textbook bad example, it should be.

9points

it's me again 3 months ago

said those exact words in my head before seeing comment

3points

Lisa 3 months ago

Would love to know where this is

1point

Idaho Eric 3 months ago

"In America's legal, as long aas you don't get caught." Bob Dylan, kinda.

1point

Huddo's sister 3 months ago

Not the design at fault here

10points

Alan Watkiss 3 months ago

This is something we used to do at the end of the day at a place I used to work, overnight it is locked like this so the doors can't be forced open during the night. Then as soon as first shift arrived we'd unlock it. This looks like that's what this is

7points

Bobby 3 months ago

It's still illegal. A fire exit must always be usable.

7points

Dre Mosley 3 months ago (edited)

If they ever get a surprise inspection, someone is getting in trouble. You can't do this.

5points

Rowan Kohler 3 months ago

One call to a fire marshal and that would be remedied super fast wit fines and such to boot. Unless shut down and doesn’t allow the public in then they can lock it since no one needs to escape.

4points

Elchinero 3 months ago

https://www.history.com/topics/early-20th-century-us/triangle-shirtwaist-fire

4points

Jane W. 3 months ago

Report to fire department. You will see a change immediately thereafter.

2points

Highball Drink 3 months ago

Law suit, law suit, somebody start a fire.

1point

Mike Smith 3 months ago

The final door Maxwell Smart didn't get through

1point

EJN 3 months ago

Report it!

1point

35 cabbages in a trenchcoat 3 months ago

The Triangle Shirtwaist Factory would like a word

1point

Debra Newell 3 months ago

Safety first. Call the Fire Department and report it (!before it’s too late)!

1point

Jac Carr 3 months ago

This is because of people getting in and robbing the place but that's just the risk they'll have to take because this is illegal & unacceptable

1point

Irishgal 3 months ago

Jesus how many different bolts/locks can you possibly need on a door! Plus all of that is seriously illegal!!

1point

Simeon Nevel 3 months ago

Send that picture to the nearest fire marshal!

1point

mooshoflove 3 months ago

Textbook pic describing our government

1point

Evangeline Valhalla 3 months ago

Happens in other places too

0points

AtMostAFabulist Premium 3 months ago

Which bar?

1point

Csaba Horvath 3 months ago

Zombies outside? :D

0points

Maryanne Mackie 3 months ago

😳

0points

okpkpkp 3 months ago

call the fire marshall. this is dangerous and should be reported

0points

Mary Peace 3 months ago

There's 'interior design fail', as this article's titled, and then there's actual safety fail!

0points

Chris Sprucefield 3 months ago

Oooooh... A Fire and OSHA inspection fine and prosecution bonanza bingo!! The guys guilty of this needs some time behind the bars if a different kind for this abomination....

0points

Celtic Pirate Queen 3 months ago

I'd report that sh*t in a heartbeat.

0points

Thomas Schwarting 3 months ago

That's a BIG bunch of NOPE!

0points

Angelica Whitefeather 3 months ago

Insane!

0points

Nancy Lynch 3 months ago

Are they trying to tell us something?

0points

Chad Bonine 3 months ago

Zombie apocalypse?

0points

Cybele Spanjaard 3 months ago

Who is paranoid about breaking

0points

Panda'sMom 3 months ago

Call the Fire Inspector NOW!

0points

Everyday sky 3 months ago

I'm just wondering what are they trying to keep in.... Or out 🤔

0points

Javelina Poppers 3 months ago

The bike lock is the kicker, up to that point everything is defeatable.

0points

Sheila Cobb 3 months ago

Carrie

0points

I_am_Allan 3 months ago

When you order your emergency exit from Temu.

0points

Bernadette Jamieson 3 months ago

Really?

0points

Gregg Bender 3 months ago

"Hello, Fire Marshall?"

0points

Mike Rodrick 3 months ago

This is part of trump's border wall.

0points

Evangeline Valhalla 3 months ago

Ugh

0points

Amy Beckler 3 months ago

There must be aliens...👾

0points

Ray LeBlanc 3 months ago

Looks like a great place for a Trump rally.

0points

td0013 3 months ago

Isn't that a bike lock? This feels less like a design fail and more like a random act of asshattery.

0points

Hugh Crawford 3 months ago

Zombies

0points

UnknownFrost 3 months ago

Come on. We all know there are zombies in there.

0points

Dave Taylor 3 months ago

They are not trying to keep you from going out..they are trying to keep something from coming in....

0points

Abel 3 months ago

It looks something from a crazy Escape room thing. Or a Saw movie.

0points

Barong 3 months ago

Remind me of Kellen Erskin bit “Want know what else is not stealing? putting an extra bike lock on a stranger's bike. It's insane that bike locks are legal that they're just available to the public. Do you have any idea the amount of power that you wield with your imagination and a bike lock? There's so many things. Like, you can just walk past the Baskin Robbins and be like, “You're closed”. It is so arbitrary what we need permission to buy and what we don't. You have to show photo ID at a hobby shop to buy paint yet all of us here are just one amazon click away from buying orange cones and making traffic go wherever we want.“

0points

The Darkest Timeline 3 months ago

Fake

0points

Phoenix🇬🇧 3 months ago

This comment has been deleted.

0points

Sawdust 3 months ago

Lean On Me

0points

Lotekguy 3 months ago

Only legal during a zombie apocalypse.

0points

Nimitz 3 months ago

Don't open! Dead outside!

0points

Sandra Morison 3 months ago

Illegal surely

0points

WubiDubi 3 months ago

Raising the bar....and it having kids.

0points

Maria Maria 3 months ago

😲

0points

Scott Rackley 3 months ago

The fire marshal would absolutely love that

0points

Nerd Groupie 3 months ago

Kevin?

0points

Rachel 3 months ago

Whoever is in charge learned all the wrong lessons from the Triangle Shirtwaist factory fire, I see.

0points

David Beaulieu 3 months ago

I don't think that's design, I think it's terrorism.

0points

timhood 3 months ago

That's not bad design. The doors were installed to code. It's the installation of the bars and locks that's the problem. I would be calling the fire inspector RN.

0points

winterwidow87 3 months ago (edited)

When i was in high school (early 2000s) the principal put chains and locks on the fire exit because he was afraid people who sold dr.ug.s used them to go in and out of the school. We protested and threatened to call the press, he dropped the locks and installed cameras instead (i assume he had to have parents consent to do that, and the cameras had no sound for privacy reasons).

0points

Joseph Dixon 3 months ago

Joe Clark would be proud

0points

LokisLilButterknife 3 months ago

How is this not illegal!?

0points

FoxEcoLimaIndiaCharlieIndiAlfa 3 months ago

The amount of slide locks, apparently weren't enough, so let's add a couple pieces of rod iron and a bicycle lock, for good measure.

0points

BoredBranzino 3 months ago

I’m not sure Bike locks like that should be legal at all. I mean someone could just be walking down the street with a bicycle lock, see a Starbucks, and decide: “well, you’re closed today”

0points

Cathy 3 months ago

But isn't that the case with any chain lock?!

0points

#15

Placing The Emergency Door Button Next To The Children's Play Area

Final score:

191points

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January Tempis 3 months ago

Bonus for making it pretty and brightly colored so that every child will need to push it.

222points

Meanwhile, Agbaje often notices inadequate seating and lighting in poorly designed public spaces, “Insufficient seating or uncomfortable benches may dissuade individuals from utilizing the space. Adequate seating is paramount for relaxation and facilitating social interaction. While “insufficient or harsh lighting can engender a sense of insecurity within a public space, particularly during evening hours or at night. Well-conceived lighting augments visibility and fosters a welcoming environment.”

#16

These Stairs

Final score:

189points

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AtMostAFabulist Premium 3 months ago

My eyes are going sideways trying to see where the stairs under the stairs are .

94points

#17

This Is The View Of The Stage At The Concert I'm At

Final score:

185points

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Boredest Panda 3 months ago

What stage?

138points

#18

This Aquatic-Themed Hospital Couch Weirdly Has An Underwater Giraffe On It

Final score:

184points

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Lavern Defazio 3 months ago

I see nothing wrong with this.

119points

Additional issues he mentions are a disregard for maintenance and monotony. No one wishes to be in an environment that is repetitive, unstimulating, and marred by litter, graffiti, or malfunctioning amenities. Neglecting context is a big one too, as “designing without regard for the surrounding environment or the prerequisites of the community can precipitate disconnected or incongruous spaces,” explains Agbaje.

#19

Perfectly Thought Classroom

Final score:

183points

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Savahax 3 months ago

It's to protect her identity

106points

#20

Who Wouldn’t Want A Ceiling That Looks Like It’s Covered With Hair?

Final score:

178points

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Ladedah 3 months ago

Yuck

114points

#21

Steps That Are Too Long For One Step, But Too Short For Two

Final score:

178points

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Kaspar Kristiansen 3 months ago

These kinda steps exist a lot of places, and they're annoying as hell...

174points

One piece of advice that Austin has for designers who aspire to create successful public spaces is to get tactical and then get permanent. “Trial pop-up street furniture, or temporary programming within a space. Physically test what will work best through trial and error before you start pouring concrete and making permanent decisions.”

Agbaje recommends starting by engaging with the local community and considering their needs, activities, and utilization. “Community involvement fosters a sense of ownership and pride in the space,” he says.

#22

Cyber-Greco-Roman Architecture

Final score:

176points

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AtMostAFabulist Premium 3 months ago

Sacrilegious

187points

#23

My School's Locker Can't Even Fit My Backpack Because Of Those Shelves

Final score:

170points

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earsludge 3 months ago

at my high school (US) you could purchase a locker for $15 at the beginning of the year if you'd like but the hallways were so crowded and you only had 5 minutes in between classes so it was much easier to just carry the equivalent of a mini fridge on your back all day.

96points

#24

They Replaced Half The Mirrors In My Local Shopping Mall's Bathroom With Advertising Boards

Final score:

170points

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Chihuahua Mama 3 months ago

What hell do we live in. I fear we will soon have to watch ads to get in our bed, use the toilets, and open the fridge

174points

Additionally, it’s important to prioritize users and their accessibility. “Ensure universal access to the space by designing pathways, seating, and amenities with inclusivity in mind. Pedestrian-friendly settings cultivate community interaction. Consider sensory experiences, encompassing visual appeal, sounds, and scents," shares Agbaje.

#25

"Mind The Step"

Final score:

165points

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Inkling (he/they/she) 3 months ago

NaBrO

38points

#26

Installed Those Elevator Buttons, Boss

Final score:

164points

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AtMostAFabulist Premium 3 months ago

I don't see buttons for floors 1-4. I think that padded wall I see in the reflection is so you can bang your head.

87points

#27

My View At A Movie Theater Last Night

Final score:

162points

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Subaru645 3 months ago

Coming soon, the rest of the screen

140points

He further advises embracing the unique identity of the local culture and embracing greenery, which provides relaxation and improves the well-being of the community. Lastly, he reminds designers not to overlook the materials they use in the space. “Opt for durable, sustainable materials capable of withstanding wear and tear. The use of premium materials notably augments the overall experience and endurance of the space.”

#28

My Sister And I Went To Use The Bathroom At My Other Sister's Softball Game And We Saw This

Final score:

158points

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Nadine Debard 3 months ago

When I sleep and I need to pee, my brain invents something like this to make me refrain from peeing in bed...

212points

#29

The Staircase At My Hotel Room Just Drops Off

Final score:

157points

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Green Tree 3 months ago

I actually stayed at a place that had stairs like this, they were a little scary. But my place was a 500 year old Tower House in ireland. Is this a similiarly old building?

68points

#30

World's Most Practical Design

Final score:

156points

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Bouche and Audi and Shyla, Oh My! 3 months ago

I love the khaki shirt! And the way it just flows from the overshirt. Very classy.

57points

#31

This Escalator Requires That You Still Use The Stairs

Final score:

155points

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Emily Peoples 3 months ago

They're really not gonna do all the hard work for ya, are they

62points

#32

This Door

Final score:

153points

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Green Tree 3 months ago

Great thought, poor execution

149points

#33

Kids' Area In A Hospital's Lobby. N Is For... Nugget?

Final score:

147points

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PFD 3 months ago

Nestling?

115points

#34

My Friend Saw This At The Cinema

Final score:

143points

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Lavern Defazio 3 months ago

I thought it was a skylight at first. I thought to myself. "Well who in tarnation would put a skylight in a movie theater? ".

35points

#35

My School Added A New Vending Machine To The Science Building’s Lobby. Better For Them To Eat Junk Food Than Have Free Water

Final score:

141points

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Green Tree 3 months ago

Put water bottles in the vending machine and add this to the dystopian lists

84points

#36

Meanwhile In Supermarket

Final score:

140points

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Nadine Debard 3 months ago

My brain just froze

78points

#37

Shoutout To This Bar In Rural Alberta, Where The Women's Bathroom Is Right Beside The Piano Stage, No Door. If You Go To The Toilet, Everyone In The Bar Is Going To Hear It

Final score:

139points

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Lavern Defazio 3 months ago

Your so lucky!! Stevie Wonder played!!??

46points

#38

The Only Unlocked Bathroom At My School

Final score:

137points

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Nadine Debard 3 months ago

Nightmare fuel

84points

#39

Wheelchair Accessible Washrooms Are Located On The Second Floor. Just A Quick Trip Up The Escalator

Final score:

136points

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Beth Wheeler 3 months ago

Ummmm they better have their lawyers on standby for this one.

61points

#40

How Close This Toilet Is To The Stall Door. Had A Good Laugh At How My Feet Poke Out Underneath

Final score:

136points

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Mimi La Souris 3 months ago

the new "occupied" sign :D

92points

#41

I Found This Gem At A Hotel In Wisconsin

Final score:

135points

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Pandora 3 months ago

Yo! John Malkovich! You home?

85points

#42

The Way These Canvases Were Hung Up In The Bathroom Of My Local Sushi Restaurant

Final score:

133points

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Wonder Woman 3 months ago

🤦‍♀️

58points

#43

This Weird Door At The Top Of The Stairs In A Hotel

Final score:

130points

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Kira Okah 3 months ago (edited)

As stated when this came up before - this door is for fire safety and is regulaton. It is so that people trying to escape through the stairwell when the power goes out don't trap themselves in the basement with no exit by stopping them trying to continue down the stairs. This is likely at the ground floor.

128points

#44

Oddly Placed Phone In A Waiting Room

Final score:

130points

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PattyK 3 months ago

Maybe part of an intercom system?

45points

#45

My View At The Kings Theater, Portsmouth, UK

Final score:

127points

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Huddo's sister 3 months ago

They can't really take out a single seat from these rows, but they shouldn't be selling the ticket for it

107points

#46

This Pull Door At Panda Express

Final score:

121points

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Giles McArdell 3 months ago

Is Panda Express Bored Pandas' nemesis?

88points

#47

This Hallway Is Lined With 12 Framed Copies Of The Same Picture

Final score:

121points

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Savahax 3 months ago

Behold the magnum opus of the elusive maestro, Émile de L'Espace, whose latest piece, 'Lilies of the Mundane Repetition,' subtly mocks the very notion of individuality within the framework of modern decor. Through a painstakingly orchestrated sequence of twelve identical prints of the crimson lily, de L'Espace engages in a highbrow commentary on the banality of contemporary aesthetics. Each lily, meticulously rendered in varying shades of red and pink, challenges the viewer's perception of uniqueness and conformity.

126points