31 Ridiculous Design Fails That Are So Bad, They're Actually Hilarious

I've got to admit, I love a good disaster—as long as it's not happening to me. And when it comes to design, some of these fails are simply magnificent. I mean, who in their right mind would design a staircase that leads to… nowhere? Or make a playground with a giant high-voltage power sign on it? Apparently, quite a few people. These design choices are so ridiculous, they almost seem intentional—like an elaborate prank we're all in on.

But here's the thing: as much as I laugh at these trainwrecks, I also feel a tiny bit of sympathy for the folks who have to live with them. Some poor soul has to read the impossible-to-decipher sign, try to open that door that leads into a brick wall, or explain why their product's name sounds oddly like a tongue-twister. So, whether you're in it for the cringe or just want to feel better about your own mistakes, here are 31 examples of design gone hilariously, terribly wrong.

Author image for Nimrod Aldea Nimrod Aldea
Advertisement

Tags

design fail architecture clever design smart interesting buildings designer bad design building beauty good design graphic design beautiful
Scroll down for the next article

Also From Geek Universe

Trending Now

30 Hilariously Bad Designs That Will Make You Wonder, “What Were They Thinking?”

30 Hilariously Bad Designs That Will Make You Wonder, “What Were They Thinking?”

01
32 Marvel Memes for Fans Who Are Still Holding Out Hope for the Next Generation

32 Marvel Memes for Fans Who Are Still Holding Out Hope for the Next Generation

02
Relive the Glory Days With These 30 Throwbacks Every 90s Kid Will Love

Relive the Glory Days With These 30 Throwbacks Every 90s Kid Will Love

03
24 Dungeons and Dragons Memes to Refuel Your Manna Before Game Night (January 18, 2025)

24 Dungeons and Dragons Memes to Refuel Your Manna Before Game Night (January 18, 2025)

04
20 Furniture Designs That Look like They Jumped Right Out of a Sketchbook

20 Furniture Designs That Look like They Jumped Right Out of a Sketchbook

05
44 Dark Green Interior Designs That Trapped Me like I Fell into an Enchanted Swamp Forest

44 Dark Green Interior Designs That Trapped Me like I Fell into an Enchanted Swamp Forest

06
Advertisement