Nobody gets surprised by jerk 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 jerk 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-jerk designs spotted by eagle-eyed people who just had to share them online.
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Found In The Ladies Restroom
The Dyslexie Font
To find out more about the subreddit community that collects and shares examples of good design, Bored Panda reached out to its moderator Dale. He explained that the subreddit was first created as an offshoot of another subreddit with a similar name.
“It was created for the purpose of celebrating the effort made by companies and organizations that are directly for the benefit of the consumer. Particularly those efforts that may be at their expense.” Meanwhile, the sub has grown fairly strictly along these lines ever since. Dale also said that the community members celebrate good design and environmentally friendly decisions made by these groups.
“This may include things like the ability to turn off ads for free on free apps. Or, articles or videos that include the answer to questions before the content (such as in the title) as a kind of anti-clickbait. Our sub icon Adam Neely is a YouTuber and a great example of this.”
This Is Amazing
Let’s All Think Back To Middle School (Or Any Other Time) And Think About How Great It Would’ve Been To Have This Instead Of Needing To Muster The Courage To Ask Someone
This is useful. I hope more schools and education systems are aware of these issues.
The community currently has over 160k members that make up “a diverse crowd with a common goal to celebrate and spread the news of good companies and organizations with consumer-friendly practices. It has been gaining traction and the subreddit has been growing steadily since its inception,” the moderator added.
Dale believes that companies these days are moving further in two opposite directions. “Some companies are becoming more ethical, caring and thoughtful towards their consumers, doing what is right and being rewarded through the growing mindset of being an ethical consumer.”
However, “There are also companies that are prioritizing fast profit over everything else and, as a result, will be gracing the front page of our sister subreddit.” “I think more and more, as time goes on, companies need to be mindful of which side they will choose when it comes to developing their brand,” he added.
This Sign
This Toilet Paper Roll Contains A Mini Paper Roll To Carry With You, Instead Of An Hollow Carbord Roll!
When Tesla Has Common Sense
This is honestly great. Like with the sign and with the AC. Genius.
The Strings On This Fan Show Which String Does What
Save The Turtles
Dale believes that communities such as their subreddit are vital to spread the word and shed light on these virtuous business practices. “Being nice is its own reward. However, if subreddits like ours can help boost these companies, then all the better.”
The moderator added that companies should be rewarded for ethical and kind decisions. “There does not need to be a financial loss for kindness. Money spent on good design can pay dividends in this brave new global economy.”
This Bottle That Is Designed To Use All The Liquid On It
My Local Shopping Centre Has A Special Time Where The Entire Building Is Autism Friendly
We have this in the two big supermarket chains in New Zealand now. I think they turn off the beeps of the checkouts, lower the lighting and even tape back the entry barrier that trolleys usually clatter through.
Load More Replies...My sister works at a barber shop chain. On the third Sunday of every month, the store closes to regular customers and opens strictly to kids with autism. They keep the lights dimmed, no loud music, and etc.
As an autistic person, this made me very happy. Good on this shopping centre! ❤️
I don't have autism (as far as I know) but I'd love to shop in that environment. I usually get headaches during the shopping in shopping canters, supermarkets and similar
I do too so did a look since I never thought to before! Found this: "Since noise is a trigger for both migraines and tension-type headaches, there is likely more than one mechanism involved. One study found that those who developed a headache from noise had an increase in their temporal pulse amplitude, which refers to distention or widening of a superficial blood vessel in the face. The distension of blood vessels surrounding the skull may activate trigeminal sensory nerve fibres. Nervous system hyperarousal likely plays a role too, as evidenced by the other symptoms (besides headaches) that occur with persistent and loud noise exposure." I do get trigeminal headaches anyway so probably explains mine. Thanks for making me think about it. Hope there is something interesting in it for you. 👍
Load More Replies...https://www.visitcheltenham.com/things-to-do/wishing-fish-clock-p395923
Load More Replies...Do they also turn off the overhead radio and forego paging the same person/department every 2 minutes as well?
mumble yelling into the phone and then slamming it down before disconnecting first
Load More Replies...My local target got new floors and new carts, and it's so, so much less agitating. I didn't even realize how bad it was until all the clatter went away. I realized that for 50 years, I felt like covering my ears and running out every time I went shopping. (It does explain why I would cry and go hide under the clothes when I was really little. My poor, poor Mom.)
I would love it if I could do my grocery shopping without dance music blaring at me
Some people have trouble seeing in lower lights, so this gives everyone a chance to shop in relative comfort.
Load More Replies...Where is this store??? My cousin has autism, and my step uncle or something like that, but he died.
We have quiet hours at some of our supermarkets for the same reason.
A local supermarket in my town does something similar and has quiet hour. Only problem so far is that so many people wanted to shop in peace that I actually found the store too busy to get any benefit from the quietness🥴
Very important for people with Autism that can easily be overwhelmed with noise
I don't have autism but I think most public places have too much noise and distractions going on.
My local grocery store does this. No music and lights are turned off or dimmed in display cases of the refrigerated and frozen foods.
We have a grocery store here in our town which does that, every Wednesday, from around 5pm-7pm. Lights go down and music stops for that time. I asked a clerk what was happening and she told me this is why. Great idea!
Great--so they have it at precisely the time that many people are going to church. Other than that, I think it's a wonderful idea.
Our grocery store does this on Sundays as well. I think it's such a great idea.
One of the zoos near me has something similar. I think twice a month they have limited attendance times. The rest of the time they also have a bag you can check out. I remember it contains noise canceling headphones and a map with notations on it about which areas might contain sensory overload. I forget what else is in the bag. They also have a dedicated resting spot where you’re asked to be quiet so people can go to calm down.
As the mom of an autistic child this brings so much joy to my heart. I wish more places were this inclusive 💜
I love this! I went to school with an autistic kid and bright lights and loud noises would make him really uncomfortable, so it's really sweet these people thought of this.
I think more shops should do this, but all the time. Shops are so noisy & bright! There's never anything useful over the tannoy, the scan as you go things are annoying (why does the blip have to be do loud?), lastly, why can't staff restock shelves peacefully? Why the need to throw pallets on the ground?! Rant over. 😂
I believe this one is in England but we have shops in Australia that do quiet hour as well.
Load More Replies...I can already hear the Karens and the Kens yelling at the minimum wage teenage workers about why they are not allowed in
If all you are doing is imagining it, than you may be part of the problem. If you are concerned and are moved to support this, I recommend offering to volunteer your time to manage the public.
Load More Replies...A supermarket in my town has quiet hour like this every Wednesday for people with sensory issues. The only downside is it attracts SO many people who want to shop in peace that it's not so useful for those who *need* the calm.
That's interesting. The supermarket should take the hint, to please their customers.
Load More Replies...It's not just people with autism who enjoy a little less intrusive stimuli. I don't even want to know what a wishing fish clock is.... It sounds like something I wouldn't like ;)
I'm imagining it's like a Big Mouth Billy Bass with a clock in the middle.
Load More Replies...An Easy Way To Ask The Company To Repair Wheels
Remember This When Walking Your Pets
That's why I only walk my boy early in the morning, late evening and at night. A random 3 am walk is the best thing :). I often see pets on leashes in the middle of the day, panting like crazy and I feel so bad for them and their precious paws.
Tinder Is Having Your Back When The Government Doesn’t
The sad reality is that this sort of thing is still necessary in this day & age. Hats off to Tinder for keeping people safe in this instance! They have a long way to go but at least they're doing good in one regard.
Designs that we see on the top shelves at supermarkets or on the top line in our internet browser have changed beyond recognition in the past decades. Previously, they all served a lone purpose to sell, whatever it took. From bright colors to deceptive packaging, nothing used to be off limits.
But millennials are now driving brands to practice socially responsible and user-friendly design. Not only are they less likely to spend their hard-earned money on things they don’t really need to compare with previous generations, they also expect much more from the brand than the thing they’re buying.
This Rite-Aid Has A Magnifier So You Can Read The Labels On The Medicine
China’s Largest E-Commerce Company Uses Its Boxes As Flyers For Missing Persons
Clothes Company Puts Options For Multiple Owners On Childrens Coats
Bought A Box Of Screws - It Came With The Bit Needed To Put Them In
Yearbook Picture With A Gap To Avoid Lost In Binding
Me chilling in britain "they cant exactly do that with my face can they , or do i need a bigger school bag ?"
It turns out that millennials prefer to do business with brands that have prosocial messages, ethical standards, and sustainable methods. Not only do they expect companies to be transparent in their manufacturing processes, they also deeply care about them being socially responsible.
This is partly because, in the past decade, the things we consume, buy, and wear have become silent messages we give out to people. Every brand label may speak volumes, and millennials are not risking putting on a jacket just because it’s cold outside when they know very well that it’s produced in sweat shops in third-world countries.
If You Try To Enter The Antivax Subreddit It Brings A Detailed Warning About The Misinformation You Might Find
Design That Prevents A-Holes From Creating New Accounts
This Alarm Which Saved Me A Frantic Call To My Boss Tomorrow
Legos Explains
My New Sheets Have Tags On Each Side That Either Says “Side” Or “Top Or Bottom”
Sauce Warning
Consider that typical millennials and the following generations are much less susceptible to “traditional” marketing techniques, such as the television commercial and the billboard. It’s because their hectic lifestyles have taught them to value their time and choose wisely where to eat, what to wear, and how to spend their evening.
Moreover, surrounded by a capitalist boom in early childhood, millennials grew immune to obtrusive marketing, which is mainly self-interested. These days, they expect brands to be open and communicative about how they operate in the world and to seek incremental and positive social change.
A Hot Stamp Instead Of A Sticker
This Goodyear Tire Has Tread Depth Measuring Built Into The Rubber.
all tires/tyres have treadwear indicators. Its a line of raised rubber that runs perpindicular to the tread pattern. When the tread is worn evenly with the TWI, replace the tire. treadwear-...bc2e53.jpg
During The Pandemic, This Feels So Much Safer Than Using The Normal Buttons
This Metal Slide Is Water Cooled So It Doesn't Burn Kids In The Summer
The key term is “corporate social responsibility,” which, according to Forbes, embodies 4 major qualities that millennials look for in companies these days. First, they want companies to be actively invested in the betterment of society and the solution of social problems. Second, they want companies that prioritize “making an impact” on the world around them.
Third, they want companies to be open and honest about their efforts—and to be public about their pro-social initiatives. And lastly, millennials want companies to involve their customers in their good works. An opportunity to give back to people is something inherently millennial, and shows how every effort from the brand’s point of view really matters.
This Verification System Is Easier Than Captcha And Not As Confusing
This Considerate Pup-Up
This School Has A Large Periodic Table On The Wall With Things Where Each Element Is Used
My Bike Seat Is Also A Bike Pump
The Way These Sardines Are Packaged With Transparent Lid
me "dont throw up dont throw up dont throw up " other than that its cool!
To sum it up, the bare minimum of a user-friendly package that doesn’t promise what it cannot give is no longer enough. As generations are changing, marketing trends are shifting simultaneously. The brands who’ll be the first to adapt will likely take the biggest piece of the new consumer loyalty cake.
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
This Toilet's Cistern Fills Using A Tap And Sink So You Can Wash Your Hands With No Waste
These Business Cards Have Braille On Them As Well As Printed Text!
The Books At The Bottom Are Flipped At An Angle You Don’t Have To Bend Down To See
Who knew? I think I will sneak into the library and do this to all the bottom shelves.
That’s Actually Super Useful
My Lipton Tea Came With A Teacup Shaped Teabag Holder
Product placement in the coolest way! That's such a cute teacup! Now I need to go buy some Lipton.
Big Unsuscribe Button
The Colder It Gets, The Greater The Discount At This Candy Store (Edmonton, Ab, Canada)
Appropriate Soap For Before Or After You Eat
This Milk Bottle Shows You How Much Milk Is Still Inside
Except for an extra layer of plastic/recycling complications, I don't see the big point... Lifting it will tell you much the same info for most people, and kids can learn. Plastic ones (HDPE, easy to recycle, even at home with an oven) are also sufficiently transparent to already see the level.
Small Detail: The Orientation Of These Two Outlets Are Offset By 90 Degrees So That More Charging Ports Can Fit At Once
My TV Mount Has A Spirit Level Attached To It
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
This Apple Feature
This Note Says Everyone That Handled My Food Did Not Have A Fever And Has Their Full Names
T-Shirt Size Mentioned On The Hanger Stem Itself. No Need To Check Every T-Shirts To Find The Correct Size
Most stores have these hangers but the clothes aren't always on the right one. Check the labels anyway.
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Seriously, the titles of most bored panda articles are just ....the opposite of good
Load More Replies...Because everyone is against the use of plastic, so they gotta be warriors about it. Look, I completely agree with not using plastic, but making a comment about it while using a completely toxic thing like a smartphone or a computer, really misses the point.
Load More Replies...why is the top downvoted comment on the top but when you click the comments it shows the highest comment? is it a glitch? :D
It's not just me?! I thought that was just my browser being weird!! I contacted bp coz it's been doing it a few days but I thought maybe I needed a software update or something XD
Load More Replies...For such a positive article, there are A LOT of negative comments. Everyone in a bad mood today?
These are nice, but the fact that people won't stop screaming about the plastic is annoying... you can't just stop using plastic for your business when the world literally runs on plastic. What they are doing, reminding people to recycle is more than what most other companies are doing.
Seriously, the titles of most bored panda articles are just ....the opposite of good
Load More Replies...Because everyone is against the use of plastic, so they gotta be warriors about it. Look, I completely agree with not using plastic, but making a comment about it while using a completely toxic thing like a smartphone or a computer, really misses the point.
Load More Replies...why is the top downvoted comment on the top but when you click the comments it shows the highest comment? is it a glitch? :D
It's not just me?! I thought that was just my browser being weird!! I contacted bp coz it's been doing it a few days but I thought maybe I needed a software update or something XD
Load More Replies...For such a positive article, there are A LOT of negative comments. Everyone in a bad mood today?
These are nice, but the fact that people won't stop screaming about the plastic is annoying... you can't just stop using plastic for your business when the world literally runs on plastic. What they are doing, reminding people to recycle is more than what most other companies are doing.