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30 Times People Encountered Such Bad Designs, They Just Had To Shame Them On This Online Group
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While not every product can be as design-savvy as an iPhone or the McDonald's arches, it’s fair to expect at least some level of common sense, user friendliness and aesthetic appeal. Sadly, that’s not always the case.
Whether it’s as basic as an advertising leaflet or product packaging, or something more advanced like a window display or a shiny billboard, not all design is fail-proof. There’s even a corner on Reddit called Design Fails dedicated to the most notorious faux pas in the design world.
Below we wrapped up some of the most eyebrow-raising examples that make you wonder how on earth they got approved.
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Palm Trees With Christmas Lights
To find out more about what happens when a design turns out not as good as it was anticipated, Bored Panda reached out to Laura Vanagaite, an international freelance graphic designer who specializes in branding and social media content creation.
According to Laura, using the word ‘bad’ regarding design is not quite correct. Yet, it doesn't matter what we call it, the reality stays the same: “we judge design work anyway for its design and our eye catches mistakes very fast,” Laura explained.
#3
I Used To Be Able To See The Towel On Her Head
#4
Who Was The Genius
#5
Too Cheeky
Karen Grace 2 years ago
Maybe it could go off a leg or the head? This is a very common place to put it. They need to rethink the design.
The graphic designer explained that this is because “our brain needs less than a second to bring up a judgment, and way more time to rationalize on the topics of ‘bad’ and ‘good.’”
“Once we spot a mistake, we tend to stop collaborating with the agency or brand because we believed that they are more reliable and able to deliver a good result. If the final result is made with mistakes, you definitely don’t want to waste your time to clean up a mess again and as well pay for the badly done service,” Laura explained.
She added that in the end, for any business, it is important to build concrete trust with the customers.
#6
This Braille Was Printed On Paper
#7
Oh Dear
#8
Click Here On A Newspaper
When asked who is in charge of the mistakes left in the final design, Laura said: “When most people hear ‘human error’ they do not see the details, they see the person who is completely to blame.” There can also be some sort of communication issue or the fact that a designer was less skilled. “But this should always be foreseen by the manager who is in charge from the beginning,” Laura said.
#9
Congrats
ginny weasley 2 years ago
I'm not sure the more correct "You are a Cancer" would really be any better
#10
Elmo Is Tierd Of Children Now
#11
Kind Of A Crappy Design If You Ask Me
“When you hire an expert in any field, you expect that things will be done the right way and that the mistakes that you would have made won’t happen. If it is a team, it means that the project manager did not pay attention to the final design and just approved it without looking, which shows a lack of professionalism and also not caring too much about the client and the project,” Laura explained.
#12
There Are So Many Interpretations
#13
Ohhhhh, You Mean Capital Jazz Fest
#14
Ok Milka, I See You
We also asked Laura about how the designs get approved and how they reach the end consumers. She said that the design gets evaluated by personal preferences.
“To define the role of the client and designer, from the beginning there should be a clear brief from the clients' side and as well the designer should come up with the most important questions which will be solved in the design process.”
#15
Life, Liberty And The Pursuit Of Happiness....i Think
Nacho Man Sandy Ravage 2 years ago
My god are you panda's all dense?? It clearly says "Ilibe lferty nad, etph rsopf pies, uthans iu"
Monday 2 years ago
Help! I read it out loud and now there is a demon sitting on my sofa. Should I serve them tea, coffee or the souls of my neighbours?
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Red Wyvern Emperor 2 years ago
Who in all that is holy designed this and who saw this and said "Perfect." ?
Karen Grace 2 years ago
It does make you stop and think. Maybe that's what they want. Or to imply that life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness is worth the struggle?
Julie Snelling 2 years ago
This is in a bar when you can read it properly it's time to stop drinking and go home.
Candace Crawford 2 years ago
Somebody is having a stroke, but is really dedicated to the finishing the job.
Mary Peace 2 years ago
No-one will believe me, but I did work it out before I read the title above the picture.
David 2 years ago
"Mom! Billy is mocking my handicaps. When I told him I wanted to be a sign maker when I grow up he laughed and told me I can't because I am dyslexic and blind!" Mom: "Billy you can be anything you want to be if you set you mind to it". Billy: "Thanks Mom! I'm going to chase my dreams when I grow up!"
Let’s Be Kind 2 years ago
I get what it says, but why take the time to attach letters to the wall arranged like that?
3 Owls In A Coat 2 years ago
I actually glanced at the photo and instantly knew what it said, thanks Brain :D that was probably my most brilliant moment for 2023, back to mediocrity now
Will Cable 2 years ago
Look like Joe Wilkinson has been picking letters on '8 out of Ten cats does countdown'
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Yeet
blobby_grrl 2 years ago (edited)
My stupid maths brain be like: "now what IS wrong with this picture...🤔🤔"
#17
Yess Milk
Another step is the design-review approval which, Laura said, “is typically done by either a design-review board or with the project manager. Once everything gets approved from the management part, then it can be sent to the client to receive either corrections or the complete approval.”
Laura concluded that communication is key and designers should not be left alone during the process. “It is teamwork and the support both from the management part and the creative part is a must.”
#18
Just Stop It With These, Please
#20
Thanks Santa
#21
Why??
#23
They're Right
Ches Yamada 2 years ago
Oh. I kind of wanted to post the "hurr durr" comment again... seems fitting.
#24
This Is Why I Have Trust Issues
3 Trash Pandas in a Trenchcoat 2 years ago
Imagine going to color grass, and suddenly the ground is the color of the sky
#25
Be Careful Your Wii May Be Tempted To Drive The Car
#26
Sure Thing
#27
That's Some Long Arm
#28
Why?????
#29
Interesting Bus Seat Design
#30
Imma Leave This Here
#31
Your Supposed To Sit On It’s Face 😂
#33
Hmm, Oh Yeah Let's Put A Vent Cover Here. Doesn't Matter That There Isn't A Vent
#34
Where’d The Slice Come From
#35
I Think I Know What The Buttons Are. Thanks A Lot
#36
Saw This In My Restaurant
#37
I Sure Love Looking Out My Window!
#38
I Didn't Know That
#39
Roboner
#40
Help Us Find Steve
Renno Lillemets 2 years ago
Call the C.S.I Miami... they enhance it to see the reflection in his pupils to get a license plate number
#41
Feel Like This Should Be Here
#42
We're You're Not 'Til Not Happy?
#43
I Don’t Have Any Pets Like This
#44
I’m Sorry How
#45
Found On A Wheelchair Ramp At My High-School
#46
Are You Ok Yoda? What Drugs Did You Take?
#47
You Had One Job
Sabrena Patterson 2 years ago
Ummm. I think I'm intelligent but I am not getting this one at all. Is it ? Heck I can't even guess.
#48
How Am I Supposed To Sit Here
#49
You Had One Frickin Job
#50
All I Could See Was A Growth Coming Out Of Her Neck
#51
This Is A Door On The Ship Im Working . The Door Is At Deck 4 Im At Deck 3 (Both In The Garage Area)
#53
Thanks Adidas. These Suck... Literally
#54
Perfect Outlet
Karen Grace 2 years ago
Either someone re-arranged the room or the original stove was shorter.
#55
I Think This Speaks For It Self
#56
...who's Taking The Photo?
#57
New Classroom Projector Screen Installation Courtesy Of Qa Systems In Austin, Texas
#58
Drinks I Found In Mexico
#59
This Keyboard On Amazon
#60
Cause Everybody Likes To Sleep With A Mini Fridge
#61
Just This
#62
But.. The Camera.. How..?
#63
Why Is The Horn There?!
#64
This Glass Bottle In A Vending Machine
#65
Not Sure If Writing Grape Like This Was The Best Choice
#66
All This Brain Hurt Makes Me Hunger
Ches Yamada 2 years ago
OH COME ON, they bleeped out lemongr@ss because - because *head explodes* auuuurghhh
#67
Sugar Free Oatmeal
Karen Grace 2 years ago
You can get brown sugar substitutes. Several alternative sweeteners offer it.
#68
A Beautiful Woman
Ches Yamada 2 years ago
Also: BIG sizes available (shows very tiny sized model). No body shaming; it's just that you need to showcase the right product lol.
#69
Not Sure That's How Dogs Work Bub
#70
Would You Risk The Tow?
#71
These Not Quite Automatic Doors At My Uni
Karen Grace 2 years ago
Well, someone's going to walk up and automatically open them to go in, aren't they?
#72
What On Earth Am I Waiting For
Moosy Girl 2 years ago
You’re waiting for the group policy service, it’s part of your computer’s law enforcement… what did you doooo. :p
#73
I Thought The Screen Was Broken
#74
How
#75
This Public Bathroom
#76
Thirsty?
#77
Morton Or Moron? They Were Healthcare Providers
#78
The Three-Eyed Raindeer
Karen Grace 2 years ago
Actually it's one, with another head, or at least half a head, peaking out behind it. There is an extra leg too.
#79
Nike Qaqc Failed Us
#81
Promoting Smoking?
#82
So This Is Very Usefull. I Can Wash My Hands And Go To Toilet At The Same Time!
#83
Walked Into A Guys Bathroom, Am I Just Stupid Or Does This Belong On This Sub?
RavenTheCat 2 years ago
Well that depends, does the door have a lock. If not I mean what the heck, but if it does lock it's single use
#84
This Is Just So Gross
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