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These People Really Should Have Thought Things Through Before They Finished Their Projects

I’m not sure what happened here but it all adds up to NO GOOD AT ALL.

For any of us. And especially for the people who designed these monstrosities.

What were they thinking?

Let’s take a look, shall we?

1. Well, which one is it?!?!

To stir or not to stir. That is the question from CrappyDesign

2. Be careful out there.

This backroad near my house from CrappyDesign

3. World War 11 was intense.

This plaque near my house from onejob

4. Are you a wizard?

Those Are Some Interesting Arms You Got There… from CrappyDesign

5. What are you covering up down there?

The implication that this tooth has genitals… from CrappyDesign

6. Make yourself comfortable.

Waiting to engage in a dining experience at my favorite taco establishment. from CrappyDesign

7. Totally realistic.

Finally a realistic mannequins in women’s lingerie store from CrappyDesign

8. No thank you.

Imagine being drunk from CrappyDesign

9. Camo in space.

The US Space Force has olive-green camouflage uniforms … for outer space. from CrappyDesign

10. Who did this?

These two pens at my office…. Nothing can possibly go wrong from mildlyinfuriating

11. Do Die Safely.

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12. All mixed up.

This elevator from CrappyDesign

13. That is…disgusting.

This tablecloth that looks like a hair carpet from CrappyDesign

14. Mixed signals.

This new wall art in my office. from CrappyDesign

Get it together, all you designers out there!

You’re really dropping the ball!

Have you seen any really ridiculous design fails lately?

Share some pics with us in the comments, por favor!

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Walking Bicycle Uses Design Tools From Theo Jansen’s Famous Strandbeest Sculptures

Not too long ago, The Q science channel featured one of their designers who brilliantly constructed a walking bicycle using the same mechanical design developed by Dutch artist Theo Jansen for his Strandbeests. The Strandbeests are a famous set of amazing kinetic sculptures. When the wind is right, the sculptures, made mostly of plastic pipe, appear to walk down the beach using a system of triangles linked together to an axle for legs.

They move so well they almost look alive – hence, “beests.”

Jansen started making his Strandbeests in 1990, and his idea was that they’d “live” in herds on beaches, completely mobile and powered by ocean breezes. He called them artificial intelligence, although they’re not robots. He’s even said he would like for them to evolve to the point they could make decisions and build dunes. He also refers to them animals, though he acknowledges them as machines. After each creature roams the summer away on the beach, it becomes “extinct,” and starts a new life as a museum exhibit.

Videos of the mesmerizing beasts strolling the beach are available to watch online, and you can find instructions on various science sites for how to build your own.

For the walking bicycle, the back wheel was replaced with a specially designed, cut and welded piece (so not made of PVC pipe). This was the same design used in other Standbeests including a walking machine, a walking chair and a Penny Farthing.

It’s entrancing to watch, though maybe not the easiest way to get around.

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Check Out These Photos Of Cringeworthy Design Fails

Design fails really are everywhere, huh?

These people had one job…ONE JOB!

We think these major fails might make you cringe in a major way…

Take a look.

1. Come on in!

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2. Mismatched colors.

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3. Might not be the best place for a statue.

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4. Don’t vape it!

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5. The biggest Caps Lock key of all time.

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6. A room with a view.

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7. Hmmmm…

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8. Is this working?

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9. Kind of terrifying.

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10. An interesting choice.

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11. WOW.

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12. Mixed messages.

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13. Don’t do that!

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14. Nightmares…

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15. Ready to Body Fat?!?!

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Those sure ain’t pretty, I’ll tell ya that much…

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A Texas Man Built an Awesome, 2,500 Square Foot Home out of Shipping Containers

You’ve probably heard all about the tiny house craze that’s gained massive popularity over the past few years. Well, maybe the next big thing will be based on what Will Breaux did with his house.

Breaux decided to do something radically different by building a 2,500 square foot house in Houston, Texas, out of shipping containers – 11 of them, to be exact. Breaux stacked the shipping containers on top of each other to make a three-story house with a rooftop deck.

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We posted a photo about a month ago of the McGowen Container House, and that was an older photo showing the house as incomplete. Well, the house has been complete for some time now and has been lived in for several months. So, we wanted to share an updated photo of the home showing the end product. To learn more about the project post move-in, check out: https://bionicweapon.wordpress.com/2019/04/05/post-move-in-updates/ . . . All info and photo courtesy of @halo36000 | #mcgowencontainerhouse #containerhome #containerhouse #shippingcontainer #shippingcontainerhouse #houstoncontainerhomes #moderncontainerconcepts #moderncontainerhomes #modernhoustonhomes #modernhomeshouston #modernhouston #houstonmodernhomes

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He wanted to own a house like this since the early 2000s, and after years of not being able to find someone to design one, he decided to design the house himself. According to Breaux,

“I began looking at projects that were being built that I liked. Ultimately, a designer with a home builder family was hired to design a 3 story townhouse to be built on the lot. After going round and round for months, I eventually had to fire that group because they weren’t willing to give me what I wanted. Thus, the journey to design my own house began around 2011.”

He said he wanted to use shipping containers because they’re “strong, fireproof, long-lasting, hurricane resistant, and have common characteristics.” Breaux spent a long time learning everything he could about building with shipping containers and then he decided to go for it after he created a 3-D sketch of the house.

Let’s take a look at some photos of the inside of Breaux’s house because it looks awesome.

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That is amazing!

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Now I kind of want one of these for myself…

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This Man Nails Why the Cheesecake Factory Is Such a Bizarre Restaurant

Everyone knows that The Cheesecake Factory is one of the weirdest restaurants on the planet. But what, exactly, makes it so strange? The way-too-long menu? The slightly-insane decor?

A design enthusiast wrote a Twitter thread about his take on the matter, which is that The Cheesecake Factory is a “fully immersive ‘postmodern design hellscape’ themed dining experience.” The thread has gone viral, because it’s hilarious yet surprisingly educational.

“From a design perspective that place is fuckin wild and I’ll talk a little bit about why,” Twitter user @MaxKriegerVG began.

First, he starts with some history: the restaurant apparently grew out of a Los Angeles bakery business. In 1992, they brought in hospitality designer Rick McCormack.

That’s when, @MaxKriegerVG says, “shit went off the rails. We’re talking VICTORIAN-EGYPTIAN-ROCOCO OFF THE RAILS.”

There’s the exterior’s weirdly Old World feel, then there’s the interior: “A world of aesthetic chaos that feels like a mix between a Fry’s Electronics, an overgrown Panera, and a laser tag arena. It’s sensational,” @MaxKriegerVG says.

Between the Egyptian columns, the wood paneling, and the glass dividers, the whole space is pretty much a design mess.

There’s also the odd juxtaposition of luxury and cheapness. The water tankards are plastic, as are the wicker chairs and the table. Also, all the “exotic” fake hieroglyphics and whatnot. @MaxKriegerVG calls it “surreal,” and he has a point.

He also points out the menu — excuse us, four menus — which bafflingly include advertisements “for THE RESTAURANT YOU HAVE ALREADY CHOSEN TO DINE AT.”

“After wandering the menu a while, helplessly, you order and the food arrives. It’s good. Not bad, not great, but good,” he wrote.

Meanwhile, the actual cheesecake is very much the afterthought of this restaurant, despite the name.

Point taken — The Cheesecake Factory is a fascinating study in aesthetics, design, and capitalism.

But more importantly, where did this guy learn all this Cheesecake Factory history and how can we sign up for the course?

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15 Photos That Prove Japan Is Living in the Future

I haven’t had the opportunity to travel to Japan, but it is definitely at the top of my travel list. Why, you ask?

Well, all you really need to do is look at these photos. Not only are the people incredibly gracious, the food is great, and there are amazing sights to see, but the Japanese are really ahead of the curve as far as integrating technology into the day-to-day.

And these photos prove it. Take a look and start dreaming about your next overseas trip…

1. A robot restaurant!

2. That looks like a great dining experience.

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Just came to get sushi in Japan ?

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3. Coming right up!

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If all food was served like this… ??

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4. Or delivered by train.

5. Heated toilet seats.

6. Photobooths are on point.

7. Look at that vending machine.

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이건 뭐.. 거의 누들로드?: Afuri 라면편

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8. Tiny sleeping capsules.

9. Sparkling subway.

10. That’s gas station food in Japan.

11. Really nice desserts.

12. Food on the train is darn good, too.

13. That’s what you can get at a baseball game.

14. Fish for your dinner!

15. Museum design is fantastic.

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Borderless between art and science

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What year is it again? See what I’m talking about?

Like I said, way ahead of the curve…

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15 Cleverly Converted Buildings

I love seeing repurposed buildings and structures. I used to live down the street from a Walgreens (#8 on this list) that was previously a bank, and they kept some very cool touches from the original structure.

Take a look at these clever conversions. I think you’ll be impressed.

1. A little different now…

My college used to be a shopping mall from mildlyinteresting

2. That is very cool.

My apartment building used to be a school. from mildlyinteresting

3. Pump iron where the tellers used to work.

This gym that used to be a bank from mildlyinteresting

4. I’d love to live in a place like that.

My house used to be a police station and my bathroom is an old jail cell, the original window is still in place from mildlyinteresting

5. Feel the history come alive.

Supermarket in Venice used to be a theatre from mildlyinteresting

6. Love the floors.

This thrift store used to be a bowling alley. from mildlyinteresting

7. Leave the bucket up!

This Jamba used used to be a KFC so they painted over the bucket from mildlyinteresting

8. Walked by here many times.

This Walgreens in Chicago used to be a bank, and now it has a vitamin vault from mildlyinteresting

9. Have a seat inside the vault.

The Subway I went to today used to be a bank. Instead of removing the vault they just added more seating inside from mildlyinteresting

10. Spooooooooky, isn’t it?

My apartment used to be a prison from mildlyinteresting

11. This is amazing!

This grocery store used to be a hockey stadium from mildlyinteresting

12. Just go ahead and repurpose that.

Local Mexican restaurant used to be a Chinese restaurant. Instead of painting over a mural, they just put sombreros on the pandas. from mildlyinteresting

13. Love that marquee.

This gym used to be a movie theater from mildlyinteresting

14. Another great awning.

This Walgreens built on an old movie theatre from mildlyinteresting

15. Drive on through!

My local Dunkin’ Donuts used to be a car wash so the drive thru is inside the building. from mildlyinteresting

Do you have any cool converted buildings in your town?

Tell us about them and share some photos in the comments, please!

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This Instagram is a Design Lover’s Dream Come True

I think these days it’s safe to say that we all have our own favorite Instagram/Tumblr/Twitter account that we follow to get inspired. Whether it’s fitness, cooking, or design, everyone has their favorite.

If you’re a design geek, then Topdezigners is one of the pages that you’ve got to follow.

 

Their Insta reports breathtaking, streamlined, modern, and innovative design solutions for the rooms in your home, both indoor and outdoor.

 

Seriously, if you’re into design at all, you could scroll through their feed for hours.

 

There are bedrooms.

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The Yu Hotel Designed by Zhe Architecture

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And staircases.

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Wood Works by Ludovic Grasseler

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And art installations that could inspire the five-minute brain break you need.

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Charles Street Residence by DX Architects.

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Wooden Clocks by @islam.002

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It’s all beautiful – and just waiting to be discovered.

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GEO 180 Bathtub by Ludovica & Roberto Palomba

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I mean, you’re not even still reading this, are you?

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Wonderful place by @emiliaistanbul ????? ?İstanbul

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You’re already scrolling.

Enjoy.

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15 Horrible Christmas Designs That are Just Too Cringeworthy

Christmas season is officially here and with it comes a whoe lotta terrile design. It’s not that all Christmas merchandise is terrible, but these examples below DEFINITELY are. I know everyone is excited about getting into the festive spirit and all, but please, avoid mistakes like these lest you become an entry in a listicle of Christmas Future!

1. Classic

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2. Festive, floating underwear

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3. Hmmmm

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4. Horrifying

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5. Not a hoof

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6. Wow

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7. Big Toe Baby Jesus

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8. Wrong and disturbing

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9. Should be “facts”, not “farts”

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10. In a murder scene?

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11. Tree or giant turd?

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12. Thnakful

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13. Please stop

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14. No Santa!

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15. Kind of looks like a…

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Happy holidays! (And avoid these mistakes, please).

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Check out These 10 Disney Princesses, Outfitted for Jobs in 2018

I love the recent trend of digital artists reimagining Disney princesses in all kinds of ways, and these images that show what the gals might be up to if they lived in the here and now are no different.

Which is to say, they’re totally awesome.

And thanks to the mind and talent of North Carolina-based graphic designer Matt Burt, I can share them with you!

#10. Tiana, Award-Winning Chef and Restauranteur

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“Growing up and being inspired by her father’s love of cooking, Tiana has always known what she has wanted to do. She now stands at the top of the culinary world, winning the James Beard Award and owning one of the most popular restaurants in the country. Every day she digs a little deeper, trying out new dishes and experimenting with new recipes and flavors.”

#9. Anna and Elsa, Climate Change Scientists

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“Elsa, Anna, and the citizens of Arendelle know a few things about the effects of climate change. While their companion Olaf may love Summer, the sun, and all things hot, Anna and Elsa recognize what a rising global temperature might mean. They have dedicated their careers to studying climate change and presenting accurate, well-sourced information.”

#8. Cinderella, Animal Rights Activist

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“While she has her Fairy Godmother to thank, Cinderella would not be where she is without the help of her animal companions. She believes where there is kindness, there is goodness, and it’s her heart’s wish to see animals treated with respect. She used her position of influence to found a nonprofit organization committed to promoting animal rights.”

#7. Mulan, Title IX Lawyer

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“After experiencing discrimination both personally and in the military, Mulan turned her sights on a law degree, graduating with the highest honors. She now fights for equality on university campuses, ensuring that men and women are given the same treatment and opportunities. With all the strength of a raging fire, she advocates for those who have faced adversity due to their gender.”

#6. Ariel, Pop Star and Record Producer

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“Ariel has always excelled in music, having natural talent and a passion for singing. Considered the best of her talented sisters, Ariel took her skills and made it her career. She went multiplatinum with her single, ‘Part of Your World,’ and now both writes her own music and is a producer at her own label, Seven Seas Records.”

#5. Jasmine, U.N. Ambassador

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“Jasmine has always fought for what’s right and for change where it is needed – she’s not a prize to be won. A natural politician, she now advocates for her country of Agrabah at the United Nations. One of her primary initiatives is protecting women’s rights by ensuring that women are treated fairly across the globe.”

#4. Moana, Naval Officer

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“The sea has always called to Moana. What it taught her is that she is a natural leader, guiding her people and returning them to their ancient voyaging traditions. Using these strengths, Moana has excelled in the Navy, rising to the rank of lieutenant commander. She has been awarded multiple honors during her service, such as two Navy Achievement Medals and a National Defense Service Medal. With such a successful start, there’s no telling how far she’ll go in her career.”

#3. Belle, University Chancellor

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“There was always much more in store for Belle than a provincial life. Inspired by her love of books and knowledge, Belle went into academia. After receiving her doctorate in education, Belle has risen to the level of chancellor at a major university. She is committed to affordable and equal education for all.”

#2. Rapunzel, Neurologist

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“Since her birth, Rapunzel has always had the power to heal. After saving her future husband, Eugene Fitzherbert, and reuniting with her royal family, Rapunzel went to medical school and earned her doctorate. She specialized in neurology and has become a leading expert in the country. It’s now her dream to help as many patients as she can and provide exceptional medical care.”

#1. Aurora, Coffee Company CEO

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“Aurora knows how hard it is to wake up. After being awoken from her enchanted sleep, Aurora made it her career to help others stay awake – and what better way to do that than coffee?! Aurora is the founder and CEO of Spinning Wheel Coffee, one of the leading coffee chains in the nation.”

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