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TLDRIn this entertaining video, Lexi from the channel 'mk' takes a humorous look at the subreddit r/Crappydesign, showcasing a variety of poorly thought-out designs. From an apartment notice that resembles a ransom note to an app that rents out icebreakers, the video covers a range of amusing and questionable design choices. Lexi also critiques a confusing Audi advertisement, a misleading food product label, and a battery placement in a car that seems dangerous. The video is filled with laughter and disbelief as she goes through each example, including a child's toy that could be hazardous and a doctor's office with an oddly placed elevator. She also touches on the excessive use of plastic in product packaging and the impracticality of touch-based car controls. The video concludes with a call to action for viewers to engage with the content and a reminder to check out the channel's merchandise.
Takeaways
- 🤣 The video discusses various examples of poor design found in everyday objects and signage, highlighting the humor in their impracticality.
- 🏠 An apartment's confusing address layout is mentioned, which could be mistaken for a ransom note or coded message.
- 🚗 A car's design is criticized for requiring the removal of a wheel to change the battery, indicating a safety and practicality issue.
- 🍽️ A critique of Procter and Gamble's packaging for toothbrushes is presented, where an excessive amount of plastic is used for minimal product.
- 🧀 A serving suggestion for a dressing that does not contain avocados, despite the implication that it might, is pointed out as misleading.
- 📱 The placement of touch-based car controls is questioned for being a distraction and safety hazard while driving.
- 🚪 A door in a friend's entrance hall is described as being incorrectly assembled, with a kitchen cabinet on top of a utility box.
- 🎄 A Halloween decoration featuring a disconcerting use of a child's costume is mentioned, adding a comedic yet creepy element.
- 🧊 A company's logo is discussed as being confusing due to the poor legibility of the text when combined with an image.
- 🛒 The inconvenience of a drive-through menu with unclear and oddly angled text is highlighted, emphasizing poor design choices.
- 🎁 The video concludes with a call to action for viewers to engage with the content by liking, subscribing, and sharing their own examples of bad design.
Q & A
What is the main topic of discussion in the video?
-The main topic of discussion in the video is 'r/Crappydesign', where the host, Lexi, reviews and comments on various examples of poor design decisions.
What is the first design flaw mentioned in the video?
-The first design flaw mentioned is an apartment sign that is confusing and hard to read, which the host humorously compares to a ransom note, a stroke, or activating a sleeper agent.
What is the issue with the app that rents icebreakers?
-The issue is not with the functionality of the app itself, but rather the concern that such a service allows just anyone to rent a giant icebreaker, especially when the host mentions being mostly blind.
What are the three simple rules mentioned for creating letter-based word art?
-The three simple rules are to follow top to bottom, follow left to right, and ensure the design doesn't start with an inappropriate word or letter, such as 'ass'.
Why is the Audi website mentioned in the context of poor design?
-The Audi website is mentioned because of a design oversight where the text 'Audi spo' appears to be a mistake or a typo, which could have been avoided with better quality control.
What is the problem with the packaging of the toothbrush heads?
-The problem is the excessive amount of plastic used for packaging just two toothbrush heads, which is seen as unnecessary and wasteful.
What is the concern with the placement of the car battery in a Dodge Journey?
-The concern is that the battery is placed inside the front bumper, which seems like an unsafe and unconventional location for a car battery.
What is the issue with the touch-based car controls mentioned in the video?
-The issue is that touch-based car controls require drivers to take their eyes off the road to operate them, which can be dangerous and is generally disliked by the host.
Why is the design of the chalk with a popsicle color and wood handle problematic?
-The design is problematic because it could be misleading to children, making them think the chalk is edible, which could lead to health issues as chalk is not meant for consumption.
What is the humorous take on the parking spot found by the host?
-The humorous take is that while the host thought they found a great parking spot, another car is actually parked in the way, making it unusable.
What is the final message from the host to the viewers?
-The final message from the host is to have an 'absolutely victorious day tomorrow', encouraging viewers to stay safe, stay awesome, and to continue creating.
Outlines
🤔 A Glimpse into Questionable Design Choices
The first paragraph introduces the video's theme of examining poor design decisions. The host, Lexi, invites viewers to explore a variety of instances where design choices have led to confusion or inconvenience. Examples include an apartment with an unusual address, a poorly designed app interface, a problematic food label that omits a key ingredient, and a car battery placement that requires the removal of a wheel. The paragraph also touches on excessive plastic packaging, a potentially hazardous children's toy, and a confusing elevator door mechanism. It concludes with a humorous note about a doctor's approach to solving problems.
😅 A Collection of Baffling and Amusing Designs
The second paragraph continues the exploration of poor design, featuring a range of examples that span from the amusing to the impractical. It discusses a carpeted bathroom, a map with missing geographical features, a drive-through menu that is difficult to read, and a Microsoft Office 2007 advertisement with unclear pricing. The paragraph also covers a confusing parking spot, a poorly designed plush toy, and a movie theater with an inconvenient seat arrangement. It touches on the topic of touch-based car controls, a health company's signage, and a variety of other design gaffes, ending with a mention of a toothpaste bottle that could be mistaken for a soap dispenser.
🎨 Fan Art and a Recap of Crappy Design
The third and final paragraph shifts the focus to fan art, showcasing a piece by a fan with the username 'unique dash minute-6292'. The host, Lexi, expresses appreciation for the fan art and encourages viewers to share their own creations for a chance to be featured. The paragraph also includes a recap of the video's theme, emphasizing that fan art is never considered a 'crappy design'. It concludes with a call to action for viewers to like, subscribe, and engage with the content, and ends with a positive message for viewers to have a 'victorious day'.
Mindmap
Keywords
💡Crappy design
💡Ransom note
💡Audi Spo
💡Dijon honey mustard dressing
💡Dodge Journey
💡Procter and Gamble
💡Sphinx
💡Microsoft Office 2007
💡Biodegradable paper
💡Photoshop
💡Carpeted bathrooms
Highlights
Apartment with confusing and chaotic food-related writing on the wall.
An app that rents icebreakers, raising concerns about accessibility and safety.
Three simple rules for creating effective letter-based word art.
Audi's website features a confusing and potentially embarrassing typo.
A serving suggestion for a dressing that does not contain avocados despite the name.
The inconvenient and potentially dangerous placement of a car battery in a Dodge Journey.
Excessive plastic packaging for toothbrushes, criticized for being unnecessary.
A child's toy that resembles a popsicle, raising safety concerns.
A man wearing a costume made from a child's toy, creating a bizarre and humorous image.
A book cover that is not as disturbing as the inside contents, providing a relief to readers.
An elevator with an awkward placement that leads to an area where employees are fired.
A utility box with a kitchen cabinet on top, an unusual and impractical design.
Touch-based car controls that distract drivers and pose a safety risk.
A sign that prohibits climbing the Sphinx, a humorous take on preserving an ancient monument.
A vegan snow shake that is unappealing in appearance, leading to a discussion on dietary preferences.
A parking spot that appears to be blocked by another vehicle, causing frustration.
A poorly designed drive-through menu that is difficult to read and understand.
A pumpkin pie that is unwrapped in a confusing manner, leading to a humorous misunderstanding.
Dishwasher wheels that were prone to rusting and breaking, a design flaw that caused inconvenience.
A DIY shower in a house with a questionable setup, raising concerns about practicality and aesthetics.
A toothpaste bottle designed for people with grip issues, a thoughtful but potentially confusing design.
