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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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Harnessing Nature To Shade A Walkway

Harnessing Nature To Shade A Walkway

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

this is located in the south of Spain in Jerez de la frontera it's a winery named Bodega Tio Pepe

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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.

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Putting Rails Under A Bench So You Can Always Be In Shade

Putting Rails Under A Bench So You Can Always Be In Shade

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Apartment Building In Turin Holds 150 Trees

Apartment Building In Turin Holds 150 Trees

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I think adding green to buildings is a great idea but how much weight do trees and the soil they grow it add to the building and do they eventually outgrow their space?

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#6

Ads Against Littering In Toronto

Ads Against Littering In Toronto

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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.

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This Is A Giant Iron Tree Built Into The Side Of The Russian Ministry Of Agriculture

This Is A Giant Iron Tree Built Into The Side Of The Russian Ministry Of Agriculture

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#9

This Bottleneck Is At An Angle For Easy Fill And Drinking

This Bottleneck Is At An Angle For Easy Fill And Drinking

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#10

The Drain Is Right Under The Soap Dispenser So It Doesn’t Stain The Sink

The Drain Is Right Under The Soap Dispenser So It Doesn’t Stain The Sink

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#11

Back Cover Of Dune. Turn It And It Always Says Dune. Design By Alex Trochut

Back Cover Of Dune. Turn It And It Always Says Dune. Design By Alex Trochut

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#13

This Enchanting Gothic Victorian House Built In 1888 In Arcata, California

This Enchanting Gothic Victorian House Built In 1888 In Arcata, California

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#15

A Suitcase That Can Measure Its Own Weight

A Suitcase That Can Measure Its Own Weight

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#16

Refrigerator With A Lazy Susan Built In

Refrigerator With A Lazy Susan Built In

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

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.

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#17

The Built In Cable Management On This TV

The Built In Cable Management On This TV

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Three Years Ago This Week, Saudi Arabia Began Allowing Women To Drive. This Was Ford's Ad Campaign To Go Along With It

Three Years Ago This Week, Saudi Arabia Began Allowing Women To Drive. This Was Ford's Ad Campaign To Go Along With It

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Woman's eyes with niqab/abaya? Not sure how I feel about that. And women are still denied basic rights and brutally punished in SA.

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Art Nouveau Architecture Of A House Built In The 1880s, Brussels, Belgium

Art Nouveau Architecture Of A House Built In The 1880s, Brussels, Belgium

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This site has many photos: https://www.admirable-facades.brussels/en/en-facades/glass-artist-s-house-and-workshop/

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Antwerp has some really impressive Art Nouveau near their central station. I really recomment to anyone who visits to ask for the location.

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Aww really??? Oh now I'm depressed! I had a trip planned to Belgium before the pandemic started and was planning to land in Brussels and then go by train to Antwerp, Ghent and Bruges!!! Oh i have to plan it again!!!

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

OK i haven't been to Belgium but I've seen so many photos of great architecture that i believe they have the most beautiful buildings!

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Brussels is a weird city. You will see these gorgeous building. But more often than not, you will see a very ugly one right next to it. Indeed, the architecture is very chaotic there and is a mix of many different types, not all beautiful. For example, the building pictured here is very close to Place Flagey, which is one of the ugliest I've ever seen. It's just an awful place. Not trees, no joy. Just concrete and sadness. With an almost permanent traffic jam around it. The fact that it's often filled with shady and/or drunk people doesn't help at all. All in all, I'd say Brussels is overrated as a city for many reasons. It's not particularly beautiful, the streets are often dirty, its managments is a mess and touristic attractions are often scams.

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Nancy Dickerson
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Would like to think that someone would be living there again soon.

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SpookyPanda
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I’ve seen this online before and it’s gorgeous. It would definitely be on my list of places to visit if I was ever in that area. Looking online, it appears it was supposed to be completed by 2019, but I am not seeing any updated completion pictures after 2019…Anyone know where to look?

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You can check it on Google Street View, the picture is from 2021. Adress is : Rue du Lac 6, 1050 Ixelles, Belgium

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Sarjana Lastname
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

boring streets are mess up by advertisers when buildings it self can be art

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Carrie Shen
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm... I'm.. just... confused--------------------------------------but it is beautiful -_-

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Patricia de Oliveira Dias Barbeyron
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I live a couple of blocks away. It is restored. One of my favourite houses among so many stunning ones here.

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Laura Lowry
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

https://yvesrouyet.wordpress.com/2020/12/12/rue-du-lac-la-facade-de-la-maison-delune-restauree/

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Cat Monaghan
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Stained glass is a favorite of mine. I too would love to see this restored.

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Liam Tranum
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

All of the cool designs on the exterior of houses are from the 19th century Victorians

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Pascale Pierloot
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Atelier Delune, Brussels. (restored to function as a restaurant 2019)

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Steve Wilson
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Buildings like this illustrate how drab & unimaginative today’s architecture is.

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Olga Dremina
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Saw buildings like this in old Samara and in Saint Petersburg, Russia) Pity when they're abandoned, but better then poorly renovated.

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Wednesday
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Unless this is recent - there is a pic of the door on pintrest.

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Quinn Alexander
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

As the son of a carpenter the plywood is instantly noticeable and makes it feel jsut a tiny bit less attractive lol just a bit though.

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Very nice! I love it, but it heightens my anxiety. Wonder why?

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#22

The Way These Milk Jugs Line Up!

The Way These Milk Jugs Line Up!

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#23

Clever Use Of The Captain’s Arm

Clever Use Of The Captain’s Arm

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#24

Just Amazing

Just Amazing

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Just had a painful vision of me convincing myself I can slide down that and failing miserably.

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#26

Door Lock Designed With Elderly (Or Intoxicated) People In Mind

Door Lock Designed With Elderly (Or Intoxicated) People In Mind

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

When I look at our scratched front door people carrying grocery bags and kids would also approve.

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#27

Igloo Hotels In Lapland, Finland

Igloo Hotels In Lapland, Finland

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wow! So pretty! The hotel AND the northern lights. I rlly want to go there but with the virus, it will be a while.

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#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

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

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#29

"Der Spiegel" Covers 2017 And 2020

"Der Spiegel" Covers 2017 And 2020

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Trump's administration and behavior had an impact worldwide in mostly awful ways; I Iove how the Germans, in two simple graphics, nail it.

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Gothic Architecture Of Lawyer's House (Kelch Mansion) In Saint-Petersburg, Russia

Gothic Architecture Of Lawyer's House (Kelch Mansion) In Saint-Petersburg, Russia

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It's splendid and I love the spiral staircase. It's a bit over the top for my tastes but it is amazing.

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#31

Norwegian Restaurant Under, Half-Sunken Into The Sea

Norwegian Restaurant Under, Half-Sunken Into The Sea

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It would be so cool eating on the bottom floor. Hopefully they have windows so you can see some of the wildlife!

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#32

Bed Sheet Tells You Which Side You Are Holding So That You Can Orientate It When Putting It On The Bed

Bed Sheet Tells You Which Side You Are Holding So That You Can Orientate It When Putting It On The Bed

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Self-Taught American Artist Brian Mock, Turns Reclaimed Materials Into Breathtaking Sculptures

Self-Taught American Artist Brian Mock, Turns Reclaimed Materials Into Breathtaking Sculptures

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#34

Elvish - Elvin Silverware

Elvish - Elvin Silverware

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Apartment Building In Istanbul, Turkey

Apartment Building In Istanbul, Turkey

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#37

Royal Mail's New Electric Delivery Van Is Just The Cutest

Royal Mail's New Electric Delivery Van Is Just The Cutest

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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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#39

This Contemporary House Glass Ceiling Bedroom

This Contemporary House Glass Ceiling Bedroom

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#40

This Exit Sign Actually Looks Really Neat

This Exit Sign Actually Looks Really Neat

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#42

The Architecture Of This Home Office/Library Located In The 13th Arrondissement Of Paris

The Architecture Of This Home Office/Library Located In The 13th Arrondissement Of Paris

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Sunlight will ruin the colors of the books. I always keep my books and cd's in the shade. Nevertheless, beautiful room.

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#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

“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

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#46

Maintenance Guy's Shirt Doubles As A Helpful Sign

Maintenance Guy's Shirt Doubles As A Helpful Sign

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This pic is so old, I think it already circulated the internet way back when I was in school. It's still a perfect example of well-thought gimmicks.

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#48

Pigalle Basketball Court Designed By Ill Studio & Nike

Pigalle Basketball Court Designed By Ill Studio & Nike

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#49

Time’s New Cover

Time’s New Cover

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

"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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2020 Badge Design

2020 Badge Design

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

When 2020 goes to a reunion of 21st Century years, it’ll get sent to the corner

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