36 Design Fails That Missed the Mark Completely (January 29, 2024)

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John Summers • Contributor
Jan 29, 2024 8:00 PM EST

Navigating the wild world of design is much like tightrope walking over a pit of hungry alligators. One misstep, and chomp, you're meme fodder for eternity! Whether it's a sign that leaves you scratching your head or a product that prompts a befuddled "who approved this?", design blunders are the comedic gifts that just keep giving. In this rollicking listicle, we've hunted down 36 bewildering design choices that zoomed straight past genius and crash-landed in "what-were-they-thinking" territory. 

From questionable T-shirt designs to print problems, these design fails missed their intended marks by a galactic mile! Buckle up for a delightful journey through a wonderland of wonky creations that had one job and, oh boy, did they botch it. Ready to embark on this hilarious rollercoaster of design delirium? Dive in and remember: sometimes, even the most off-target designs can hit the bullseye of our funny bone!

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    Ah yes, the Tim Burton nightmare stairs

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    Ever wanted to live inside a wedding cake?

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    Makes sense

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    Why would you do this to me?!

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    Me: I want a stone lookout tower Builder: sir this is a suburban area Me: You heard me
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    Cool! how do I get there?

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    Don't throw stones

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    What's the worst that can happen?

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    Broke my leg just looking at this

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    seems safe

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    STAIRS!

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    Always make sure the contractors you hire for home improvements are licensed. A true professional would never put a white faceplate on a beige outlet.
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    I hope they took the car out of the garage first

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    big light or small garage?!

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    Did he fall while building this wall?

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    I bet they are all white on the inside

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    Kill it with fire!

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