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Have you ever looked at a weird design or layout in a public space and thought, “What were they thinking?” You’re not alone! It turns out that the world is full of dumb designs that frustrate and flabbergast people on a regular basis. From floating doors to misplaced mirrors, we’ve rounded up the silliest, stupidest, and most hilarious public spaces with designs that make absolutely no sense. Join us as we explore these epic design fails that prove even the best intentions can have the most ridiculous outcomes.
#1: The Dangerous Staircase
This design isn’t dumb. It’s downright dangerous. The guy who took this photo looks like he’s standing on a floor covered in ugly carpet. But take a closer look. This isn’t a flat floor. This is a staircase! The lines on the carpet pattern go in the same direction as the stairs, creating the optical illusion that this is a flat surface.
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This design choice is extremely irresponsible. Someone could take a spill down the staircase because of this carpet! It’s pretty hard to see the steps in this photo, so imagine how difficult it must be to observe in person. The least this building can do is put safety tape on each step.