Getting the right design is never an easy job. There are so many things you have to consider, like size, color, and materials. You also have to consider if your design can actually do what it’s supposed to do.
Despite the complexity and challenges that come with designing things, a lot of people still can’t stop themselves from creating and fixing things. Those same people end up failing miserably.
There’s a reason why not all of us are designers and these 75 photos of epic design fails prove that.
1. Ironic
This is probably one of the most infuriating pans you’ll see. Instead of being able to cook right away, you’d need to try a dozen tricks just to get that sticker off.
2. Misleading map
At first glance, you’d think that there’s nothing wrong with this map. Upon taking a closer look, however, you’ll find countries in all the wrong places. You’d even find two regions named Africa there. It’s like whoever made this wasn’t sure of its exact location so he just picked both.
3. The dangerous bed post
A bed is supposed to make you feel calm and relaxed. This bed, on the other hand, feels like it’s going to kill you if you make a wrong move in your sleep.
4. The unwanted benefit
A lot of people are switching to alkaline water for its long list of health benefits. After reading this ad, they’d probably change their minds.
5. Such small hands
Based on the indicated measurements, that Wi-Fi adapter is impressively small. What’s more impressive, however, is the size of that hand. It must be a really tiny hand.
6. Rewards of hypnotherapy
If these are the rewards of hypnotherapy, I don’t think anyone would be willing to try it out. Instead of getting better, you’ll end up with tons of other health issues.
7. Yay or nay?
For anyone wondering what design this is, it’s yellow marble. It’s a good choice if you don’t want urine stains to be too visible. It’s also an excellent choice if you want your toilet to look completely covered with piss.
8. Got to protect the wires
You got to give whoever did this an A for effort and creativity. For functionality, however, it’s a hard fail. That tiny umbrella won’t be able to protect those wires in case of rain.
9. The double stairs
The design of these stairs stirs up so many questions. Who would walk in that little bit of stairs? Why not just seal it off? What if you accidentally fall into that glass corner? It’s a total nightmare.
10. Better read carefully
Is it “Rapeland” or “Ropeland”? If the wrong spelling is unintentional, then why is the line in the letter “o” coming at the bottom and not the top? Clearly, something is wrong there.
11. “Secure”
Good job on using a lock to keep your door secure. Just pray that whoever decides to rob the house doesn’t have a screwdriver with him.
12. What happens if you click on it?
This is probably one of the most exciting postcards you’ll receive. It comes with a link to a video.
13. That’s just sad
This ball pit claims to come with 25 balls. If you count the balls on the picture, you’ll find that there’s only 22 and that’s just really sad.
14. Just get a real mug.
Whoever is drinking from that mug must be having a really bad time. There’s a good chance he’ll end up pouring his hot drink on his face.
15. What’s the message?
This sounds like something someone on drugs would say. It makes no sense with or without the crossed-out word.
16. Weird Easter candies
Those candies don’t look like eggs and they don’t even look like candy. They look more like bunny poop.
17. Take this sign as a warning.
This is probably the last place you’d want to take your kids to. This fitness club’s sign looks a bit sadistic and it’s scary.
18. A scary high chair
Just a quick look at this high chair can be enough to send any kid crying out for help. Honestly, it looks horrifying.
19. The sign for the dental clinic
This designer probably can’t decide between a tooth and a full mouth for the clinic’s sign. Good thing that both ideas relate to dentistry and orthodontics.
20. The nearly invisible jeans
These jeans don’t make any sense. What’s the point of wearing jeans if you’re going to look like you’re not wearing anything? It’s clearly a waste of money.
21. A trap
Using this laptop is like walking on a land mine. One wrong move and you’ll end up turning off your computer.
22. The throne
Although this toilet isn’t up to code, it looks quite dope. Each time you use it, you’ll certainly feel like a king. Of course, with those stairs, you should avoid using it when you’re drunk.
23. Trying to be inspirational
The boss was just trying to motivate his employees when he posted this in the break room. It would have been more effective if he knew what he was doing.
24. A good advice
Raising 20 children is definitely hard. It’s a’ good thing that signs, like this one, are around.
25. Honoring passover
While the father looks quite happy about what’s going on, the cat looks confused. I’m pretty sure we can all relate to the cat.
26. When someone wants a private urinal
This looks like a VIP urinal. Only the important people at work know that it exists.
27. It’s not what you think it is.
Those aren’t really stairs. Those are decorative waterfalls which can be quite slippery.
28. The bloody curtain
Those curtains look like they came from a crime scene. Good thing this visitor had a good sense of humor and didn’t find it disturbing.
29. No foot traffic allowed
The sign implies that you can only go through that way if you’re in a wheelchair. The “ramp”, on the other hand, implies that you need to be a highly-skilled wheelchair driver to safely go through it.
30. Just lazy
Whoever did this got minimalism wrong. This is just being lazy.
31. The pepper mill
Why would someone design a pepper mill like that? More importantly, why would someone put so much pepper on bread?
32. What is that?
The design of these sinks will make you feel uncomfortable. It looks like someone smeared poop all over it.
33. Someone’s too happy
Someone must have been too happy when designing this. The upper and lower mouths are quite painful to look at.
34. The impossible activity book
This is probably one of the toughest activity books you’ll ever see. Your child might end up with broken bones if you ask him to do these letters. Just take a look at “D” and “W”.
35. A literal copy
The painter did an excellent job of recreating the design. He even managed to include the watermark.
36. Trying to make it work
It didn’t matter if New York appeared “Nevv York”. What’s important is that it spells out “Love”.
37. Reality vs Expectation
Most adults would know how bad this toy is made. Kids, on the other hand, are more likely to accept it because it looks like it needs a lot of love.
38. This bowl
With all those holes, it doesn’t look like the plate is meant for eating. You would easily lose half of your meal if your food gets pushed to the side.
39. Wrong flag
It’s hard to trust a brand like this. It’s like they are making you think that the product you’re buying is made within the country.
40. That toe ring
One of the reasons why people wear shoes is to hide their toes. If you aren’t one of those people, you might find this design impressive.
41. Please reconsider
If you’re a follower of this brand, please don’t listen to them. Don’t take your life.
42. Just when you think they’re safe
Putting security tags on chocolate bars won’t keep thieves from stealing them. They can just rip the wrapper and leave the tag behind.
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43. Can you even read the names?
Just looking at this poster can be enough to give you a serious headache. Everything looks blurry.
44. No straight line
Even if you aren’t drunk, you’d probably feel that way when you go through this store. Just looking at the way those tiles are designed can make you super dizzy.
45. Incomplete instructions
If you’re writing instructions, make sure to give the details in one go. Don’t make people think that they need to put the product in their mouths before you say “Don’t”.
46. Misleading plates
For diners, these plates’ design is crappy. For the restaurant owners, however, the design is quite clever. It’s hard to know if the plates are dirty because they always appear unclean.
47. Decorative toilet seat
If this is what a decorative toilet seat looks like, I’d rather stick with a plain one. This looks like someone pooped on the seat and not the actual toilet.
48. Wrong character
The person who made this probably doesn’t know all the characters. If he did, he’d know that Sandy doesn’t have claws.
49. What store?
This (s)exchange store accepts all types of currency. Its people will help you with your travel plans, too.
50. What’s a kiwo?
I know what a kiwi is but I’ve never heard of kiwo. And why is that mug labeled as a tester? Is it supposed to do something different?
51. Bright idea
This might look like a crappy design for some people. However, for those who work with tools, it’s actually brilliant. It’ll warn people not to get near the equipment.
52. Layers of the Earth
At first glance, you might think that this award is something related to gynecology. In reality, however, it’s just an award showing two hands peeling the layers of the Earth.
53. Feeling proud
For some reason, that man looks quite proud of how his ad turned out. He looks extra pleased with himself.
54. Contradicting oneself
This brand looks like it’s selling something it doesn’t really like. The Sliding Door Company offering swing-out doors- oh, the irony.
55. Even the bus looks nervous
It’s never alright to step in front of a bus. Don’t believe everything you see in Disneyland.
56. What’s mightier than a sword?
Tattoos stay on the skin for a long time so make sure there’s space where space is needed. Keep that in mind the next time you get a tattoo to ensure that you won’t get something as awkward as this.
57. The scare quotes
Those quotation marks give that ad a shady tone. It’s like they’re implying that it’s not really safe to go there.
58. Something is wrong with this campaign.
This ad’s headline is disturbing. They should have checked it first before posting it on this DMV office.
59. Wrestling and nothing else
This image can be found in a high school gym in Pontiac. It’s showing two people engaged in wrestling- nothing else.
60. Just the first grandchild
I’d probably do the same thing if I was this person. Imagine getting your first grandchild with a 40% discount.
61. What a way to boost morale
Individually, these traits are great. As an acronym, however, it’s awful. Someone in the company should have caught that.
62. The red splatter
The red splatter looks like that woman’s monthly period. Well, I guess red is a better color than brown.
63. No harm done to the kid
The designer could have just made the image of this boy smaller than to put his head on the window. Opening it looks like decapitating the boy- what a horror!
64. Not fancy
Whoever thought that this was a great idea should probably rethink his life choices. This chandelier looks like it has used condoms hanging from it.
65. Ants!
This rug will make you cringe and itchy. It’s like it’s completely filled with black ants
66. When the ocean becomes green
In this map, green refers to the bodies of water and it’s quite painful to look at. It seems like it’s deliberately done to mess up with you.
67. Useless drawers
If this was taken during construction, I hope they were able to clear out the drawers first. Otherwise, they won’t be able to get those drawers open without breaking down that wall.
68. Wasting no space
If you have limited space in your bathroom, you wouldn’t want to waste any space. This, however, looks like an overkill.
69. No looking up
Is it harder to move that light fixture than to make a cut on that door? There’s no point in answering that question now. Let’s just hope none of the visitors notice it.
70. His and hers
Apparently, sinks can be designed with two faucets now- one for him and one for her. It might look cute at first but it’s still a waste of resources.
71. Wait, what?
This isn’t totally an epic design fail. It can be a practical design, particularly if making a hole for the pipes on that wall isn’t allowed.
72. Mildly infuriating
This design has so many errors. If I were Mark or Janina, I’d definitely return this.
73. To extinguish or not?
It’s hard to believe that this is a fire extinguisher. With that kind of flame on its nozzle, it looks like it’s supposed to start a fire.
74. Double negatives
This designer could have made things easier for him if he just printed out the words “Give Up”. After all, the double negatives send out the same message.
75. When you don’t want to get better
This is the clinic you should go to if you don’t like to get any better. It helps prevent fitness recovery.
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