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Article created by: Eglė Bliabaitė

There are so many everyday items, like brooms or crayons, that seem perfectly fine just the way they are. You’d never think they need an upgrade, right? But every now and then, someone comes along with a brilliant idea that makes you think, “Wow, I didn’t know it could be better!” From buses with built-in bookshelves to playgrounds with swings for wheelchairs, some designers take creativity to a whole new level. They go above and beyond to make everyday products more convenient and inclusive. Here at Bored Panda, we’ve rounded up some of the most genius solutions to everyday problems that will leave you in awe. Keep scrolling for a glimpse of innovation at its finest!

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Tail Lights

Two police officers on horses equipped with LED lights acting as clever problem-solving safety measures at night.

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    Scotland’s Baby Box. Free Essentials For Every Newborn To Give Them The Best Start

    Baby clothes and essentials neatly organized on a table showing clever problem-solving and practical organization ideas.

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    #3

    This Vending Machine Dispenses A Random Book For $2.00

    Vintage green Biblio-Mat vending machine offering old books, an incredibly clever way people solved problems overlooked.

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    #4

    The Shape Of This Handrail Is Different

    Wavy metal handrail on stairs with a sign showing how to support and pull for clever problem solving ideas.

    As the diagram shows, it provides better support for people who rely on handrails to support their weight while going up and down stairs. It makes sense ergonomically.

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    #5

    Great Reminder That Little Things Can Make A Big Difference And That It Does Not Take Much To Be Kind

    Clever municipal trash can design in Montreal with a holder to help people collect refundable beer cans in parks.

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    #6

    This Playground Had A Swing For Wheelchairs

    Playground swing modified with wheelchair ramp showcases clever problem solving for accessibility and inclusion outdoors.

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    #7

    This Car Park Has Been Converted Into A Solar Energy Farm Giving Shade And Cover Below

    Solar panel carport structure providing shaded parking, showcasing clever ways people solved overlooked problems with sustainable design.

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    #8

    There Is A Mini Rijksmuseum In The Amsterdam Airport To View Paintings While You Wait For Your Flight

    Person observing paintings in a dimly lit museum gallery showcasing clever ways people solved problems.

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    #9

    This Railing On Gazebo In Naples Has Braille Describing The View For Blind People. More Of This Please

    Metal railing with small raised bumps as an incredibly clever way to solve slipping problems, overlooking a cityscape.

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    #10

    Our Mailman Wears A Solar-Powered Hat With A Fan

    Straw hat with built-in solar-powered fan providing ventilation, a clever problem-solving design for staying cool outdoors.

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    #11

    This Fitted Sheet Has Labels That Tell You What's A Top/Bottom And What's A Side

    Close-up of cleverly labeled bedsheets tags indicating top, bottom, and side for easy and overlooked problem-solving.

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    #12

    Vein Finder We Use In The Hospital To Place IVs In Our “Hard Stick” Patients

    Hand with green glowing veins projection, demonstrating clever problem-solving with overlooked innovative technology.

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    #13

    The Men's Restroom At The Sapporo Airport Has A Place To Put Your Baby While You Do Your Business

    Accessible bathroom with baby seat and grab bars showing clever ways people solved problems in public restrooms.

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    #14

    These Restaurant Kids Meal Crayons With Flat Edges To Prevent Rolling Off The Table

    Hand holding cleverly snapped crayons to solve broken crayon problem on a restaurant coloring sheet.

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    #15

    My Girlfriend Is A School Teacher For Blind Children. To Help Them Understand And Write Words, She Has LEGO-Like Braille Toys

    Colorful LEGO blocks arranged to spell words, showcasing clever problem-solving using overlooked materials and ideas.

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    #16

    Singapore Airport Allows Passengers To Slide Down To The Terminal Gate

    Indoor slide replacing stairs as a clever solution to improve access and fun in a modern office building space.

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    #17

    This Hospital Has An MRI Playset For The Kids. This Is Great For Helping Kids With Anxiety About MRIs Feel Better About Having Them Done

    Innovative problem solving showing a clever wooden device simulating an MRI machine in a waiting room setting.

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    #18

    Free Sunscreen Dispenser

    Sunscreen dispenser with SPF 30 on a pier, offering a clever solution for overlooked sun protection by the water.

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    #19

    This Nintendo Switch Station That Can Be Wheeled Into A Patient's Room At A Children's Hospital

    Nintendo Switch setup on a creatively repurposed gaming kiosk with controllers and TV, showcasing clever problem solving.

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    #20

    Empanada Place By My Work Stamps Each One With Numbers So You Can Differentiate The Filling

    Two baked empanadas with sealed edges on a plate next to a small container of green sauce, showcasing clever food presentation.

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    #21

    My Local Pizza Place Uses A Ball Of Dough Instead Of Those Little Plastic Tables To Prevent The Pizza Box Lid From Touching The Pizza

    Pizza with bacon and vegetables has a dough ball in the center as a clever problem-solving hack in overlooked situations.

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    #22

    This Woman Attached A Convenient Cup Holder To Her Crutches

    Person using crutches with a clever water bottle holder attached, showcasing an overlooked problem-solving idea.

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    #23

    My Dentist Has A TV On The Ceiling With Calming Videos

    Dental light with an overhead monitor showing a scenic lighthouse, illustrating clever problem-solving in overlooked settings.

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    #24

    My Shirt Has A Microfiber Sewn On The Inside To Clean Glasses

    Hand sewing clever solution patch reinforcing shirt cuff shows problem-solving skill in everyday clothing repair.

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    #25

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

    Bench designed to move along a curved track around trees in a clever way solving overlooked problems outdoors.

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    #26

    In The French Village I Am Staying In, They Have Camouflaged The Garbage Cans To Have Less Visual Impact On The Village

    Four trash bins with clear labeling and color-coded lids aligned against a stone wall, showcasing clever problem-solving.

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    #27

    Elevator At My Job Has Buttons You Can Press With Your Feet If You Have Something In Your Hands

    Elevator buttons mounted on a brick wall with separate floor and up/down controls showing clever problem solving

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    #28

    Outdoor Store Near Me Has A Rock Ramp For Testing Hiking Shoes Fit And Grip

    Stone foot massage ramp with handrails in a shoe store demonstrating clever problem solving ideas for customer comfort.

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    #29

    My Crutches Have Crampons On Them So I Can Use Them On The Snow

    Creative and clever solution using metal clips to secure rubber tips on walking cane handles for better grip and stability.

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    #30

    This Sticker In A Hostel Prevents People From Walking Into A Glass Door, Germany

    Sign on glass door with clever problem solved by preventing people from walking into the door with a clear warning.

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    #31

    These Two-Coin Lockers That Are Easily Accessible In A Wheelchair

    White lockers in a hallway with a clever design feature for accessibility and problem-solving solutions showcased.

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    #32

    Stick Attached To Cats Preventing Them From Stepping Out

    Two cats using sticks to reach past a gate, demonstrating clever problem-solving in a creative outdoor setting.

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    #33

    My Pen Lets Me See How Many Pages I Can Write With The Ink I Have

    Pen with a clever pages indicator on ink levels placed on lined paper showing problem-solving innovation.

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    #34

    The Bandaids At My Work Are Different Colors

    Box of latex free bandages in beige, brown, and dark brown, showcasing clever ways people solved problems with color options.

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    #35

    My New Gym Has A Movie Theater With Cardio Equipment So You Can Watch A Movie While Exercising

    People solving problems by watching a movie on a large screen while running on treadmills in a gym setting.

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    #36

    My School Sells Leftover Food For 2€ A Box

    Hand holding two plastic containers with food, showcasing clever ways people solved problems with storage solutions.

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    #37

    Public Tools At My Local Bike Park

    Bike service station with solar panel and tools for bike repair, showcasing clever problem-solving in public spaces.

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    #38

    My Local Community College Has Collapsable Monitors That Can Automatically Go Down So You Can Have More Desk Space

    Office desk with a clever cable management solution and computer setup showcasing problem solving ideas overlooked by many.

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    #39

    This Ice Lolly I Bought In Korea Has A Little Tray To Prevent It From Melting All Over Your Hands

    Hand holding a cleverly designed strawberry popsicle with visible fruit slices, showcasing problem solving innovation.

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    #40

    Lisbon Consists Of 7 Hills. This Open-Air Escalator Was Installed To Make It Easier For Residents And Tourists To Move Between The Different Neighborhoods

    Outdoor steep staircase with a parallel escalator providing an incredibly clever solution for easy uphill travel.

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    #41

    My Eye Doctor's Place Has Eye Exams In Different Languages

    Eye charts with different alphabets framed on a wall, showcasing clever ways people solved problems overlooked.

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    #42

    Half A Pint At The Rugby Club Today

    Tall angled beer glass on wooden bar counter showcasing clever ways people solved problems overlooked in everyday life.

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    #43

    These "Cars" Showcasing The Number Of Bikes You Can Fit In Two Parking Spots, Whilst Also Protecting The Bikes From Traffic

    Bike parking with clever car-shaped frames in front of buildings at night, showcasing creative problem solving ideas.

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    #44

    This Special Rack Is For Empty Cans So People Can Collect Them For Deposit Money

    Orange rack attached to a trash can holding empty cans, showcasing clever ways people solved problems outdoors.

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    #45

    German Buses Have Book Shelves

    Red bookcase on a bus filled with books offering an inventive and clever problem-solving solution for passengers to read.

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    #46

    Lockable Skateboard Parking

    Metal rack with hooks designed for storing skateboards, showcasing a clever problem-solving idea for overlooked storage issues outdoors.

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    #47

    This Smart Rental Store In My Friend’s Building

    Smart rental store display with various tools and gadgets, showcasing clever problem-solving solutions and innovative rentals.




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