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TLDRIn this video, Lexi from the channel 'mk' takes a humorous look at the subreddit r/CrappyDesign, showcasing a variety of poorly designed objects and situations. From a confusing apartment notice that looks like a ransom note to an app that rents out icebreakers, the video highlights the absurdity and impracticality of certain designs. Lexi also points out issues with food packaging that doesn't match the product inside, a car design that requires removing a wheel to change the battery, and a child's toy that seems more dangerous than fun. The video is a lighthearted critique of everyday design flaws and a call for more thoughtful and user-friendly design practices.
Takeaways
- 🤣 The video discusses various examples of poor design found on r/Crappydesign subreddit.
- 🏠 A confusing apartment notice with overlapping text is mentioned, which could be misinterpreted in multiple ways.
- 🚢 An app that rents icebreakers is highlighted, with humor about the accessibility and safety of such a service.
- 📝 Three simple rules for creating effective word art are presented: top to bottom, left to right, and avoiding inappropriate starts.
- 🚗 A design flaw in a car's battery replacement process for a Dodge Journey is pointed out, emphasizing safety concerns.
- 🧴 A criticism of excessive plastic packaging for toothbrushes is made, questioning the environmental impact.
- 🍽️ A kitchen utility box with a misplaced kitchen cabinet on top is described as an odd design choice.
- 🚗 Touch-based car controls are criticized for being distracting and potentially unsafe while driving.
- 📜 A map with missing geographical features is shown, emphasizing the importance of accurate design in educational tools.
- 🅿️ A confusing parking spot scenario is presented, where a car is blocked by another vehicle, highlighting poor urban planning.
- 🎄 A humorous take on a poorly designed Christmas decoration involving a reindeer with misplaced light displays is shared.
Q & A
What is the main theme of the video discussed in the transcript?
-The main theme of the video is examining examples of poor design decisions from the subreddit r/CrappyDesign.
What is the issue with the apartment mentioned in the transcript?
-The issue is that the apartment has a confusing and chaotic arrangement of letters and numbers that resembles a ransom note, a stroke victim's writing, or an activation code for a sleeper agent.
What is the humorous take on the app that rents icebreakers mentioned in the transcript?
-The humor lies in the absurdity of an app allowing anyone, including the speaker who admits to being mostly blind, to rent a giant icebreaker, which is typically a large and powerful ship.
What are the three simple rules mentioned for creating letter-based word art?
-The three simple rules are to follow top to bottom, left to right, and to ensure the design doesn't start with an inappropriate word or phrase.
Why is the Audi advertisement criticized in the transcript?
-The Audi advertisement is criticized because it appears to have a typo or a nonsensical word 'Audi spo,' which could be a mistake that slipped through quality control.
What is the complaint about the avocado dressing mentioned in the transcript?
-The complaint is that the serving suggestion for the dressing does not actually contain avocados, which is misleading and disappointing for those expecting avocado in the product.
What is the concern raised about the battery placement 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 critique of the Procter and Gamble chalk with a popsicle color and wood handle?
-The critique is that the design is potentially dangerous for children, as the chalk's appearance might be enticing to eat, despite being non-toxic.
Why is the design of the toothbrush heads packaging criticized in the transcript?
-The packaging is criticized for using an excessive amount of plastic for just two toothbrush heads, which is seen as wasteful and unnecessary.
What is the issue with the touch-based car controls mentioned in the transcript?
-The issue is that touch-based controls can distract drivers by forcing them to take their eyes off the road to operate the controls, which can be unsafe.
What is the humorous observation about the parking spot in the transcript?
-The humorous observation is that while one might think they have found a great parking spot, another car is actually parked in the way, symbolizing a common frustration.
Outlines
😀 Hilarious Rant on Crappy Designs
Lexi, the host, kicks off the video by humorously addressing the audience and diving into a critique of poorly designed items. She discusses a variety of design fails, including a confusing apartment notice, an app for renting icebreakers, a problematic food label, a battery placement issue in a Dodge Journey, excessive plastic packaging for toothbrushes, and a child's toy that appears to be a 'cracked open child.' The segment is filled with sarcasm and wit, poking fun at the absurdity of these designs.
😅 More Bizarre and Crappy Design Observations
In this segment, Lexi continues her commentary on bad design choices. She touches on a carpeted bathroom, a map with missing geographical features, a drive-through menu that's hard to read, a confusing Microsoft Office 2007 advertisement, and a poorly designed reindeer with Christmas lights. She also mentions a receipt made of plastic instead of biodegradable paper, a parking spot blocked by another car, and a misused word in a sign. The humor lies in the absurdity and impracticality of these designs.
🙄 A Final Look at Crappy Design with Fan Art Appreciation
Lexi concludes the video with more examples of poor design, such as a toothpaste bottle that resembles a soap dispenser, a confusing coffee cup arrangement, and a DIY shower in a basement with a dirt floor. She also addresses a toilet paper dispenser that's too far from the toilet and a pretentious design art piece. The video ends on a positive note with a showcase of fan art submitted by viewers, encouraging engagement and appreciation for the community's creativity.
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Keywords
💡Crappy design
💡Ransom note
💡Audi Spo
💡Dijon honey mustard dressing
💡Dodge Journey
💡Procter and Gamble
💡Touch-based car controls
💡Sphinx
💡Vegan snow shake
💡Erasable map
💡Microsoft Office 2007
Highlights
Found an app which rents ice ships, allowing anyone to rent a giant icebreaker.
Three simple rules for creating effective letter-based word art: follow top to bottom, left to right, and avoid starting with inappropriate words.
Audi's official site features a design that looks like a typo, raising questions about its approval process.
A serving suggestion for a dijon honey mustard dressing mistakenly implies it contains avocados, despite the ingredients not including any.
Changing the battery in a Dodge Journey requires removing the driver's side front wheel, highlighting a design flaw.
Excessive plastic packaging is criticized for two toothbrush heads, questioning the environmental impact.
A child's toy featuring chalk with a popsicle shape and wood handle raises safety concerns.
A man is seen wearing a child's costume, creating a bizarre and potentially disturbing image.
A penguin book cover is imagined to be screaming, adding a humorous twist to the design.
Elevator doors that remain open provide no escape, creating a sense of entrapment.
A doctor's office features an unusual seating arrangement that resembles a banister.
Touch-based car controls are criticized for requiring drivers to take their eyes off the road.
A confusing sign that appears to show people being hanged represents a design failure for a health company.
A canvas helmet advertised as safe is compared to wearing a lace mask, questioning its effectiveness.
A map in an Airbnb listing is missing several islands and even the UK and Ireland, calling into question its usefulness.
A drive-through menu is difficult to read due to its angle and unclear word art.
A poorly designed reindeer with Christmas lights has a confusing mouth, nose, and eyes.
A sign's text is difficult to read due to poor design, making it hard to understand the message.
Lottery tickets have switched from biodegradable paper to plastic, raising environmental concerns.
A parking spot is blocked by another car, creating a frustrating situation for the driver.
A poorly photoshopped octopus plush toy is advertised, with the image quality detracting from the product.
A dishwasher with wheels that rusted and wouldn't turn anymore is cited as an example of poor design.
A movie theater seat is actually a banister, creating confusion and potential safety hazards.
A logo featuring text that is difficult to read is criticized for its design.
A DIY shower in a house listing features a bizarre setup with a dirt floor and a large showerhead, deterring potential buyers.
A table's size is inconsistent in an advertisement, making it difficult for consumers to gauge its actual dimensions.
A toilet paper dispenser located too far from the toilet in a disabled stall is highlighted as an example of poor design.
A toothpaste bottle designed to be squeezed from the top is praised for its innovative design, despite some confusion.
A humorous rearrangement of the word 'panda' to spell 'toilet' is mentioned, inviting viewers to find more amusing combinations.
A garden decoration featuring a white unicorn on white flowers is noted for its lack of contrast and visibility.
Fan art from viewers is showcased, adding a personal touch and encouraging community engagement.