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By now, it looks like crappy design is something inherently human. There's such an abundance of design fails, we'll probably never run out of it. And that's not necessarily a bad thing. I mean, is there a better way of getting your daily dose of whahahahahahaha if not judging others for their mistakes? Bored Panda has prepared another bad design list for you, poking fun at some of the most ridiculous projects that saw the light of day. From coffee mugs that were created to poke your eyes out to photography services producing outdated leaflets and beyond, scroll down to enjoy the funny fails and upvote your faves.

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This Ad Was Meant To Depict How Much The Tiger Had Grown In 10 Years. Instead, It Looks Like....

This Ad Was Meant To Depict How Much The Tiger Had Grown In 10 Years. Instead, It Looks Like....

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

This is what happens when people think they can domesticate wild animals.

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So we've seen the consequences of bad design ideas, so what makes for good design? There are a few basic principles to stick to if you want to make sure your design is practical, relevant and makes sense!

According to Dieter Rams, a German industrial designer who was responsible for the design of Braun’s consumer products for many years, there are 10 principles of good product design, also known as the '10 commandments.' Even though they were written long ago and technology has advanced beyond his wildest dreams, Dieter's principles still apply today!

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The Elders At My Brother-In-Law’s Church Got To Design The Church League Softball Shirts. The Thought “Cli” (Christian Life International) Alone Wouldn’t Signify A Church, So They Added The Cross. Magnificent

The Elders At My Brother-In-Law’s Church Got To Design The Church League Softball Shirts. The Thought “Cli” (Christian Life International) Alone Wouldn’t Signify A Church, So They Added The Cross. Magnificent

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Kevin Donegan
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Seattle had a similar problem with their new rail transit .... South Lake Union Transit (S**T) .... luckily someone caught the acronym before it got too far down the pike.

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#3

I’m Never Going To Find Any Help Here...

I’m Never Going To Find Any Help Here...

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#4

This Ad For Graduation Photography

This Ad For Graduation Photography

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

Well on the plus side, you won't have to look very far!

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Furniture designers Vitsoe have worked closely with Dieter Rams for decades, and helpfully summarize his founding principles of good design with the following explanations:

Good design is innovative The possibilities for innovation are not, by any means, exhausted. Technological development is always offering new opportunities for innovative design. But innovative design always develops in tandem with innovative technology, and can never be an end in itself.

Good design makes a product useful: A product is bought to be used. It has to satisfy certain criteria, not only functional, but also psychological and aesthetic. Good design emphasizes the usefulness of a product whilst disregarding anything that could possibly detract from it.

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Good design is aesthetic: The aesthetic quality of a product is integral to its usefulness because products we use every day affect our person and our well-being. But only well-executed objects can be beautiful.

#5

Nothing Like The Smell Of Coffee And A Good Eye-Stab In The Morning

Nothing Like The Smell Of Coffee And A Good Eye-Stab In The Morning

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Noez 🇸🇪
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Tbh most mornings I would need a good stab in my eyes to actually wake up 😄

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Gipsy Kings fan
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This reminds me of an ancient joke: Patient: "Doctor, I get a sharp pain in my eye whenever I drink coffee." Doctor: "Take the spoon out of your cup!"

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ember avery
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4 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Think about it, someone planned it, some idiot approved, then it was built, and painted, and no one ever said, " wait this aint it". its kinda sad

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

Don't talk to me before I've had my eyes taken out by my coffee!

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Erik Granqvist
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Finally someone made something that only works for us thats left handed!

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Michelle Schoofs
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If the coffee doesn't wake you up - maybe a trip to the ER will. ;)

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Migue Avendaño
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If you use your left hand, you'll spoil the coffee on your pants... Now you are awake for work

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Stevie B
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Tired of dark circles only under your eyes? You're in luck! Now you can have that "I just lost a fight" look everyday!

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Jane Thorne-Gutierrez
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

As a potter, I've done this. Put an airplane on the handle, puts out only one eye. I should have had loftier goals.

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Cheesecake Queen
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It's a no-win. Either a stab in the eye, or an uncomfortable edge on your chin.

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Pamula Furness
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My daughter bought a mug just like this from Sainsburys recently. Now enjoys a good stab in the eye for breakfast most days!

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Martti Laurson
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It is a cup for left handed. The ears prevent liquid spillage from the corners of the mouth. It is designed and lab tested by NASA specialists. It is a cup for people with drinking problem :D

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

God, i don't feel too good...still tired. "Did you get your morning eye stab?" Thats what im missing!

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Kanga9ine
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The damn thing has two ears. Right or left you are going to get a morning poke in both eyes. I always start my day with blinding pokes in the eye. And maybe something to eat, like raw bacon and eggs.

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Mark CM
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm left handed and see no problem with that mug at all.

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gedwards1
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Left-handers, Put your mouth between the ears, No spilt coffee, no stabbed eye.

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R.s. Potter
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Clearly this is intended for left handed coffee drinkers only.

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Lynn B
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I was thinking it was a lefties' cup, but that wouldn't work either!

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Fajar Kurniawan
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The idea is clever, when coffee alone don't wake you up - this cup will

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debrina blackmoon
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4 years ago

the day takes a wrong turn

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Henry Shane
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

drink from it the right way, won't stab your eyes. The design isn't wrong, it jist not made for left handed people. common sense.

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Non-New-Toni-An
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Maybe it's meant for left-handed ppl with skinny faces?!

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

Suppose to drink coffee I guess on the side where the ears aren't there.

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

To me it looks very amateur. Perhaps a school kid could be forgiven for this? And some plant be grown in it.

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Emily Sanchez
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4 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Comes with a wake-up bonus ............. my sister has a unicorn mug like that

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Roxy Eastland
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My daughter has a mug with a similar design. It's very cute and she works around the eye poke thing, but everytime I wash it I can't stand it upside down to drain. It is a very stupid design, over all.

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Sugar Latte
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Aaah, what a nice stab to the eye! Thanks for waking me up, cup!!

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#6

Unfortunate Hole Placement

Unfortunate Hole Placement

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

If that isn't funny enough, those look like women's shoes. I think it's a female model.

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Commas People

Commas People

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#8

Paypal Fail

Paypal Fail

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

Aww don't be mean, he's still learning! Doing his best.

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Good design is thorough down to the last detail: Nothing must be arbitrary or left to chance. Care and accuracy in the design process show respect towards the user.

Good design is environmentally-friendly: Design makes an important contribution to the preservation of the environment. It conserves resources and minimizes physical and visual pollution throughout the lifecycle of the product.

Good design is as little design as possible: Less, but better – because it concentrates on the essential aspects, and the products are not burdened with non-essentials. Back to purity, back to simplicity.

So three you have it, pretty simple right? If you are tasked with designing something and want to avoid the hilarious mistakes found in this list, check these principles off first and you should succeed!

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#9

Ah Yes I Was Looking For A Soap Dispenser Labeled "Ketchup" With A Picture Of Grapes

Ah Yes I Was Looking For A Soap Dispenser Labeled "Ketchup" With A Picture Of Grapes

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Lara L.
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It is grape ketchup. Gives you a proper inner cleaning. Some call it wine.

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#10

I’ll Take The Next Bus, Please!

I’ll Take The Next Bus, Please!

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Samantha Comerford
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

More money could be spent bringing these monsters to justice, rather than paying for a sign on the back of the bus. Ugh 🙄

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#11

Who Thought This Placement Would Be A Good Idea?

Who Thought This Placement Would Be A Good Idea?

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

I truly laughed at this one! So ridiculous! I almost want it in my house in a weird way.

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#12

The Placement Of This Smaller Baby Care Booklet Within This Magazine Doesn’t Seem Very Well Thought Through

The Placement Of This Smaller Baby Care Booklet Within This Magazine Doesn’t Seem Very Well Thought Through

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#13

Found This Masterpiece At A Local Restaurant

Found This Masterpiece At A Local Restaurant

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

I hate the sinks that have sensors like that. It goes for like 3 seconds but I need 20 to rinse off the soap!! So I just wave my hands like a maniac 7 times.

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#14

That's Gonna Be An Easy Ride

That's Gonna Be An Easy Ride

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#17

Maintenance Put New Locks And Handles On The Gates For Security

Maintenance Put New Locks And Handles On The Gates For Security

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#18

Just Watched A Guy Go Into The Wrong Bathroom At Toronto Pearson Airport. He Was Looking At The Top Sign

Just Watched A Guy Go Into The Wrong Bathroom At Toronto Pearson Airport. He Was Looking At The Top Sign

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#19

My Local Magazine's Editor Might Need To Double Check Some Stuff

My Local Magazine's Editor Might Need To Double Check Some Stuff

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#21

Mama Bear Is Welcoming Everyone

Mama Bear Is Welcoming Everyone

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

This is frightening for multiple reasons.

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#23

The Woman Isn't Driving In This Article About Women Being Better Drivers

The Woman Isn't Driving In This Article About Women Being Better Drivers

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#24

Try Being Drunk And Walking Into This Place

Try Being Drunk And Walking Into This Place

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#25

The New Basketball Court In My Neighborhood

The New Basketball Court In My Neighborhood

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#27

I Don’t Understand Why These Erasers Exist... They Just Ruin Everything

I Don’t Understand Why These Erasers Exist... They Just Ruin Everything

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

I hate them, I always forget about it when I draw. I have ruined so many sketches.

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#30

Our Charter Bus

Our Charter Bus

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#32

Yup I Love Looking At The Back Of My iPhone

Yup I Love Looking At The Back Of My iPhone

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#34

A Pen My Teacher Gave Me

A Pen My Teacher Gave Me

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

Oh my. You must not be a very good student!

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#38

Three For The Price Of One

Three For The Price Of One

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#39

I Was Helping My Cousin With His German Homework And I Saw This Masterpiece

I Was Helping My Cousin With His German Homework And I Saw This Masterpiece

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#40

Gotta Include One Of These With Every Card! You’re Going To Need It After I Cut Your Hair

Gotta Include One Of These With Every Card! You’re Going To Need It After I Cut Your Hair

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#42

What Was This Sensor Original Meant To Do Anyway?

What Was This Sensor Original Meant To Do Anyway?

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BusLady
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4 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

One urinal to the other: Dude, let's have a pissing contest.

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#43

Replacing The Egg Shell With More Plastic To Go Into The Ocean

Replacing The Egg Shell With More Plastic To Go Into The Ocean

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At A Bar. Almost Madea Terrible Mistake

At A Bar. Almost Madea Terrible Mistake

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#45

May No Child Succeed

May No Child Succeed

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

What was the point they were trying to make? I have seriously no idea.

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