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Article created by: Mindaugas Balčiauskas

Nobody gets surprised by poor designs anymore. Those are everywhere, from face creams to cereal boxes, and the long time favorite offender—bags of chips, which are known for their conspiracy to sell air, ‘cause why wouldn't they throw just a tiny bit more inside?!

But believe it or not, the internet’s got a fair share of evidence that the very opposite of poor design exists. In fact, there’s a whole subreddit dedicated to examples of “design that benefits the user at the expense of the company.”

You heard it right, sometimes brands and companies can truly come up with solutions that show they do care about the people who use them. And no, there's no irony there! So scroll down to see the best of anti-bad designs spotted by eagle-eyed people who just had to share them online.

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#1

Found In The Ladies Restroom

Sign at Kelly's Craft Tavern explains discreet safety design to help guests on bad dates by signaling bartenders for escort or assistance.

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    The Dyslexie Font

    Text about the Dyslexie font designed to improve readability for dyslexic people, praised for opposite of bad design ideas.

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    #3

    This Is Amazing

    Sign instructing use of black or red marker on specimens to discreetly report concerns, showcasing praised opposite of bad design.

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    This Sign

    Road safety sign warning about bridge collision, an example of designers praised for opposite of bad design ideas.

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    #5

    This Toilet Paper Roll Contains A Mini Paper Roll To Carry With You, Instead Of An Hollow Carbord Roll!

    Two toilet paper rolls with opposite ends showing, illustrating clever opposite of bad design ideas.

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    #6

    When Tesla Has Common Sense

    Car interior with a cat resting on a blanket and a screen showing a clever design message about temperature and owner absence.

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    #7

    The Strings On This Fan Show Which String Does What

    Ceiling light with two pull chains, one with a light bulb and the other with a fan propeller, showcasing opposite of bad design.

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    #8

    Save The Turtles

    Reddit post showing a design prompt about keeping baby turtles hydrated during shipping praised for opposite of bad design.

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    #9

    This Bottle That Is Designed To Use All The Liquid On It

    Hand holding a spray bottle with a clear fluid level indicator, praised design showing opposite of bad design ideas.

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    #10

    My Local Shopping Centre Has A Special Time Where The Entire Building Is Autism Friendly

    Sign explaining autism hours with dimmed lights and switched off clock to support sensory comfort, praised opposite of bad design.

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    #11

    An Easy Way To Ask The Company To Repair Wheels

    Sign with orange repair tags for wonky trolley wheels, demonstrating praised opposite of bad design ideas in practical use.

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    #12

    Remember This When Walking Your Pets

    Sign showing air versus asphalt temperatures warning pet owners about hot asphalt burns, highlighting good design awareness.

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    #13

    Tinder Is Having Your Back When The Government Doesn’t

    Safety update screen with design elements focused on user caution, highlighting praised opposite of bad design ideas.

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    #14

    This Rite-Aid Has A Magnifier So You Can Read The Labels On The Medicine

    Store shelf displaying supplements and vitamins with well-organized labels and bright yellow sale tags, praised for opposite of bad design.

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    #15

    China’s Largest E-Commerce Company Uses Its Boxes As Flyers For Missing Persons

    Open cardboard box with printed photo, text, and groceries inside, showcasing praised opposite of bad design ideas.

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    #16

    Clothes Company Puts Options For Multiple Owners On Childrens Coats

    Label inside a jacket with a clever design asking to hand it down when outgrown, showcasing praised opposite of bad design ideas.

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    #17

    Bought A Box Of Screws - It Came With The Bit Needed To Put Them In

    Plastic container filled with metal screws and a small plastic bag holding screwdriver bits, showcasing practical design.

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    #18

    Yearbook Picture With A Gap To Avoid Lost In Binding

    Crowded stadium seating with a Class of 2001 banner, showing a praised example of opposite of bad design ideas.

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    #19

    If You Try To Enter The Antivax Subreddit It Brings A Detailed Warning About The Misinformation You Might Find

    Warning prompt on a quarantined antivaccine community page highlighting design against misinformation risks.

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    #20

    Design That Prevents A-Holes From Creating New Accounts

    Error message on a game screen showing banned users are not allowed to log out, highlighting unique design ideas praised by designers.

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    #21

    This Alarm Which Saved Me A Frantic Call To My Boss Tomorrow

    Alarm prompt warning user about setting 8:30 PM instead of 8:30 AM showcasing praised opposite of bad design idea.

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    #22

    Legos Explains

    Brown LEGO Shop box with text explaining the plain design helps gift givers keep their purchases a secret, showcasing praised design ideas.

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    #23

    My New Sheets Have Tags On Each Side That Either Says “Side” Or “Top Or Bottom”

    Clothing tag sewn into elastic waistband reads top or bottom showing opposite of bad design idea by designers.

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    #24

    Sauce Warning

    Hand holding wrapped food with a red sticker warning about saucy contents, showcasing opposite of bad design ideas.

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    #25

    A Hot Stamp Instead Of A Sticker

    Hand holding a sweet potato with a branded stamp, showcasing creative and praised opposite of bad design ideas.

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    #26

    This Goodyear Tire Has Tread Depth Measuring Built Into The Rubber.

    Close-up of tire tread with a built-in tread depth indicator showing numbers as an opposite of bad design idea.

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    #27

    During The Pandemic, This Feels So Much Safer Than Using The Normal Buttons

    Elevator interior with large floor buttons near the ground, showcasing praised opposite of bad design ideas for accessibility.

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    #28

    This Metal Slide Is Water Cooled So It Doesn't Burn Kids In The Summer

    Metal slide with exposed pipes underneath at a playground showing an opposite of bad design idea in usability and safety.

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    #29

    This Verification System Is Easier Than Captcha And Not As Confusing

    Verification puzzle slider showing a road with missing puzzle piece, demonstrating praised opposite of bad design ideas.

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    #30

    This Considerate Pup-Up

    Accessibility options in game include Arachnophobia Safe Mode for better user experience and thoughtful design features.

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    #31

    This School Has A Large Periodic Table On The Wall With Things Where Each Element Is Used

    Periodic table displayed on a wall in a staircase, showcasing an opposite of bad design idea by designers.

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    #32

    My Bike Seat Is Also A Bike Pump

    Foot pumping a bike tire with a foot instead of a hand, showcasing clever opposite of bad design idea in a casual setting.

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    #33

    The Way These Sardines Are Packaged With Transparent Lid

    Hand holding a can of sardines with an opposite of bad design showing neatly packed fish in a circular tin.

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    #34

    Gmail Will Detect If You Wanted To Attach A File Based On The Content Of Your Email, And Warn You If You Haven't Attached It

    Screenshot of a Gmail pop-up warning about no file attachment after mentioning an attachment in the email text.

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    #35

    This Toilet's Cistern Fills Using A Tap And Sink So You Can Wash Your Hands With No Waste

    Toilet with built-in sink on top, showcasing an opposite of bad design concept for space-saving and water reuse.

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    #36

    These Business Cards Have Braille On Them As Well As Printed Text!

    Business cards with braille included, showcasing praised opposite of bad design ideas for accessibility and inclusivity in print.

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    #37

    The Books At The Bottom Are Flipped At An Angle You Don’t Have To Bend Down To See

    Books arranged on shelves with a mix of vertical and horizontal placements showcasing opposite of bad design ideas.

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    #38

    That’s Actually Super Useful

    Close-up of biodegradable dish soap label showing ingredients and cleaning benefits praised for opposite of bad design.

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    #39

    My Lipton Tea Came With A Teacup Shaped Teabag Holder

    White teacup with a built-in holder for Lipton tea bag, showcasing a clever opposite of bad design idea.

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    #40

    Big Unsuscribe Button

    Colorful bird illustration above a clear unsubscribe section in an email showcasing praised opposite of bad design ideas.

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    #41

    The Colder It Gets, The Greater The Discount At This Candy Store (Edmonton, Ab, Canada)

    Sign showing a temperature-based discount on bulk candy, an example of praised opposite of bad design ideas by designers.

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    #42

    Appropriate Soap For Before Or After You Eat

    Sink faucet with labeled scented and unscented soap dispensers, showcasing opposite of bad design ideas by designers.

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    #43

    This Milk Bottle Shows You How Much Milk Is Still Inside

    Milk carton with transparent volume indicators and barcode showing remaining content, praised for opposite of bad design.

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    #44

    Small Detail: The Orientation Of These Two Outlets Are Offset By 90 Degrees So That More Charging Ports Can Fit At Once

    Modern power outlet and USB ports on geometric patterned wall, showcasing clever opposite of bad design ideas.

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    #45

    My TV Mount Has A Spirit Level Attached To It

    Wall mount bracket installed above a power outlet showing an unusual but praised opposite of bad design idea.

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    #46

    Contextual Advice, In Case You’re Like Me And Always Assumed It Would Stay Fresher If You Left The Foil Partially Attached So You Could Re-Cover It When Putting The Lid Back On

    Close-up of a sour cream container with a clear foil seal labeled to remove, showcasing praised design for freshness preservation.

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    #47

    This Apple Feature

    Emoji selection interface showing diverse couple options highlighting praised opposite of bad design ideas in UI.

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    #48

    This Note Says Everyone That Handled My Food Did Not Have A Fever And Has Their Full Names

    Receipt from a fast food order showing temperature checks by kitchen and delivery staff, illustrating praised design ideas.

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    #49

    T-Shirt Size Mentioned On The Hanger Stem Itself. No Need To Check Every T-Shirts To Find The Correct Size

    Clothing hangers with size labels in different colors, showcasing clear and praised design ideas for easy identification.


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