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Article created by: Eglė Bliabaitė

To create a solution, you first have to spot the problem. But what if the problem keeps getting overlooked?

Most of us go through the day without really noticing the small things that could be better. Some of them don’t affect us directly, so we don’t give them much thought. Others we’ve just accepted as normal, even if they’re inconvenient.

Thankfully, there are people who pay more attention. People who care enough to notice and smart enough to come up with clever ways to make things easier. Below are some of their best ideas, guaranteed to make you say, “How did no one think of this sooner?”

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#1

Cat Tree Came In A Box With Instructions To Make A Cat House

Black kittens using a cardboard box transformed into a cat house as a smart and simple problem-solving idea.

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    This Crosswalk Lights Up When You Cross To Improve Visibility For The Drivers

    Crosswalk with illuminated smart LED panels as a creative solution to enhance pedestrian safety at night.

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    #3

    This Chair In An Office Cafeteria Has A Notch To Hang Bags

    Wooden chair with a custom notch for table edge, showcasing a smart idea to solve an annoying problem in design.

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    #4

    Menorca Airport Has Holding Pens For Toddlers At The Luggage Belt

    Toddler safely contained in a portable playpen at airport baggage claim, demonstrating smart problem-solving ideas.

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    #5

    The Bedsheets In Government Hospitals (Of Kerala) Have The Day Printed On Them To Ensure They Are Changed Daily

    Hospital bed with a yellow sheet labeled Friday, showcasing a smart idea for easy patient identification and organization.

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    #6

    Tea Shipment Used The Scraps From Tea Bags As Box Filler

    Hand holding a torn cardboard packaging material showing a smart idea for solving annoying problems with packing.

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    #7

    These Sheets I Just Bought Are A Game Changer

    Labels inside fitted sheets indicating top, bottom, and side to solve the annoying problem of proper sheet placement.

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    #8

    Chemistry Teacher Made Their Classroom Ceiling Into The Periodic Table

    Classroom ceiling designed with periodic table tiles showing a smart idea to solve a decorating problem.

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    #9

    This Shoe Storage Under Stairs

    Under-stair storage drawer with shoe organizer compartments, a smart idea solving annoying space problems efficiently.

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    #10

    This Coffee Shop Uses Coffee Ice Cubes So Your Iced Coffee Doesn't Get Watered Down When The Ice Melts

    Iced coffee with frozen coffee cubes melting, showing a smart idea to keep drinks cold without dilution in problem solving.

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    #11

    My Coffee Cup Has A Fold Down Lid Instead Of A Plastic One

    Hand holding a reusable paper coffee cup with a smart foldable lid design solving annoying problems.

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    #12

    In Japan, Baggage Scales Are Flat On The Ground, So You Don't Have To Lift Your Heavy Suitcases

    People using a creative luggage solution on an airport conveyor belt to solve an annoying travel problem.

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    #13

    This Park Has A Swing For Kids In A Wheelchair

    Blue wheelchair-accessible swing at a playground demonstrating smart ideas solving annoying accessibility problems.

    There's a rope in front of the swing, blocking the swing from being pushed too fast. I moved it around to see, it's pretty limited how far/high it can be pushed. Either way, kids can figure out a way to injure themselves on anything I suppose.

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    #14

    Barrier-Free Access To The Sea For Wheelchair Users In Zadar, Croatia

    Concrete ramp with metal railings providing easy beach access, showcasing smart ideas solving annoying problems at the seaside.

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    #15

    This Park Has Ramps Throughout It So Kids In Wheelchairs Can Play Too

    Playground ramp designed for accessibility with a sign showing people solving annoying problems with smart ideas.

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    #16

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

    Two toilet paper rolls with one unusually filled using a smaller tube, showcasing smart solutions for annoying problems.

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    #17

    A "Roadprinter" I Spotted Walking Down The Street. "Printing" Cobblestone

    Machine laying bricks precisely on a street, showcasing a smart idea for solving an annoying problem in construction.

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    #18

    Snack Serving Robot In China Upset With Me Because I Didn't Take Any Snacks

    Robot serving multiple food containers on trays, showcasing smart ideas for solving annoying problems efficiently.

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    #19

    These Glow In The Dark Door Handle Stickers In Case The Power Goes Out When You’re In The Room

    Door handle with glow-in-the-dark ring, a smart idea to solve annoying problems by improving visibility in the dark.

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    #20

    LED Bathroom Handles At Train Station In Sweden Change Colors Based On Occupancy

    Public toilets with illuminated handles indicating availability, showcasing smart ideas solving annoying problems at night.

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    #21

    In Bilbao, Spain, There Are Escalators On The Sidewalks To Help Older People Up Steep Hills

    Urban street with a creative ramp solution alongside stairs, showcasing smart ideas for solving annoying problems outdoors.

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    #22

    These Public Benches Are Reversible, So You Can Choose To Look At People, Or Boats

    Wooden bench that folds into a compact shape on a waterfront boardwalk, showcasing a smart problem-solving idea.

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    #23

    My Sister-In-Law’s Dishwasher Projects Onto The Floor How Much Time Is Left

    Smart idea showing a hidden clock projector on the floor beneath kitchen cabinets solving an annoying problem.

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    #24

    This Restaurant I Went To Has Solar-Powered Phone Chargers Built Into The Umbrellas

    USB charging port attached to outdoor table pole with a number 24 sign, showing smart problem-solving idea.

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    #25

    For Pre-Approved Protests, South Korea Police's Sanitary Div. Deploys Portable Toilets For Protesters To Use

    Police mobile restroom with separate stairs for men and women parked in a city, showcasing smart problem-solving ideas.

    Also to clarify, it's also for the police force there but anyone can use it freely. Was air-conditioned and clean 8/10.
    For clarification, "pre-approved" means you'll get the police's assistance when doing protests. In this case, it was a worker's union protest. They got toilets, road blockades and traffic control for parading, light towers, portable cell tower, and noise monitoring not to bother the neighbors. They won't arrest you for not getting approved as long as you don't break the law or be a nuisance.

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    #26

    Pick ‘N’ Mix For Pets, At The Supermarket

    Pet treat bar with various bulk snacks and a self-serve weighing and labeling station showing smart problem-solving ideas.

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    #27

    These Band-Aids Designed To Match Different Skin Colors

    Box of latex-free bandages in dark brown, brown, and beige colors solving annoying problems with smart ideas.

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    #28

    This Mall In Oakville, Ontario Has Two Active Bee Hives On The Roof

    Mall display about honey bee hives showing smart ideas to solve environmental problems with bees at work.

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    #29

    New York City Parks Now Have Bins Specifically For Empty Pizza Boxes

    Recycling bin designed specifically for empty pizza boxes as a smart solution to an annoying waste problem outdoors.

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    #30

    How They Move Stuff In Amsterdam

    Smart idea using a ladder lift to move large items through a window in a multi-story building solving a common moving problem.

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    #31

    My Shirt Has A Cloth For Cleaning Glasses Sewn Into It

    Purple plaid shirt with a built-in microfiber cloth inside the cuff as a smart idea solving an annoying problem.

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    #32

    Reusable Resealable Cans At My Local Shop. UK

    Resealable cans with smart recyclable design, offering an alternative solution to plastic bottles in everyday use.

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    #33

    This Bag Designed For Pizza

    Person using a plastic bag to securely carry a pizza box and drinks, showcasing smart ideas for solving annoying problems.

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    #34

    In My City There Are Milk Machines Where You Can Buy Milk In Your Own Container

    Milk vending machine with clear instructions and bottle placement, showcasing a smart idea solving a common problem efficiently.

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    #35

    Pack Of Briefs Has A Guide To Checking Yourself For Testicular Cancer On The Reverse

    Check yourself guide packaging showing smart ideas to raise awareness and solve annoying testicular cancer problems.

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    #36

    Trams In Gold Coast, Australia Have Surfboard Parking

    Bus door area showing a yellow handle extension, a smart idea to assist passengers with holding support on public transport.

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    #37

    My Grocery Installed An Indoor Farm For Veggies

    Indoor vertical garden with LED lights showcasing smart solutions for growing fresh herbs in urban spaces.

    It actually wasn’t more expensive which was wild.

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    #38

    The Construction Guy Near My House As A Solar Powered Fan Helmet To Stay Cool

    Two construction workers using a hose to solve an annoying problem with a smart idea at a building site.

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    #39

    Goodyear Tire Wear Gauge

    Close-up of a tire tread with a built-in wear indicator showing when to replace it, a smart problem-solving idea.

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    #40

    I Love How This Supermarket Prints Out Instructions On How To Make Your Food Last Longer

    Storage guide for fruits and vegetables with smart ideas to solve annoying problems and keep produce fresh longer.

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    #41

    This Device In A German Bakery That Shows Different Bread Slice Sizes

    Wooden bread slice thickness guide with numbered slots, showcasing a smart idea solving an everyday kitchen problem.

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    #42

    Construction Company Covering Neighboring Cars To Keep Them Dust Free

    Car covered with plastic sheet parked beside construction site showcasing smart problem-solving ideas.

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    #43

    Our Local Supermarket Offers Free Fruits For Children To Snack While Shopping

    Complimentary fruit display with oranges in wooden crate offering a smart solution to encourage healthy snacks for children.

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    #44

    The Shower At My Hotel Has A Flow Meter To Know How Much Water You Use

    Digital water flow meters showing temperature and volume, highlighting smart ideas for solving annoying problems efficiently.

    Bonus: ice cap is melting and polar bear disappears if you use too much.

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    #45

    This Wealthy City In Oregon Offers Free Sparkling Water Filling Stations On Their Sidewalks

    Dual water dispensers for still and sparkling water installed in a public space, showcasing smart problem solving ideas.

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    #46

    In Japan Spaghetti Portions In Each Bag Are Wrapped Separately And Marked With The Number Of Minutes They Need To Be Boiled For

    Packaging of neatly bundled pasta strands showing a smart idea to keep noodles organized and untangled.

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    #47

    These Squeaky Kids Shoes Have A Switch To Turn Off The Squeaking

    Pink and gray shoes with a clever problem-solving modification fixing the sole attachment smartly on wooden floor.

    The six year old they belong to LOVES the squeaking. Having them on when she wants and it isn't bothering anyone is great for her. Having them turn off when she wants or its bothering us is great for us.

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    #48

    My Milk Carton Has A Level Indicator

    Milk carton with clear volume indicators solving annoying problems with a smart packaging idea in the kitchen.




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