23 inspirational designs where is it's all down to the details
Designing an object is no mean feat and any project needs to take the consumer into account. Will it be useful, aesthetically pleasing, cost-effective...? If you want your product to fly off the shelves then even the smallest of details can make the difference between a roaring success or a total fail.
Here are 23 inspirational designs where it's all down to the details, thanks to effective market research and the designers getting a real feel for what the customer wants. They're beautifully made or presented, useful, look good and, most importantly, do the job for which they were destined!
1. Because turning a door handle when you're wearing gloves is nigh on impossible!
2. Tulip beds in the form of tulips!
3. The cooking time appears on the packaging's microwave!
4. Use up every last drop and don't worry about your bottles falling over
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5. A Seattle manhole cover that features the city's street map!
6. A neat gadget that makes sure you use exactly the right amount of herbs or spices, without the mess caused by teaspoons
7. The sockets on these college desks are retractable to allow more space if needed
8. For hygiene reasons the restrooms in this Italian mall have faucets that you operate with your knees
9. Park your skateboard in one of these stands!
10. An adjustable shelf!
11. This fast food restaurant has the kids' menus at child height!
12. These handy 'Savels' ensure that cut fruits stay nice and fresh!
13. Chinese hotels and restaurants rent out charging stations (called Power Banks) that are designed for all devices so you can remain connected 24/7!
14. This restaurant has a breathalyzer machine so you can verify that you're below the drink-drive limit before using your car!
15. These labels are sewn onto a strip of fabric, so that if you cut them off your skin won't be irritated
16. Ever wondered how to properly re-heat a pizza? Just follow the tips provided by this restaurant!
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17. The shower faucet in this hotel is opposite the shower head so you don't get a blast of cold water when you turn it on!
18. Safety first! This kindergarten gate has a handle that's way too high for kids to reach!
19. Coconuts sold in this Chinese supermarket come with soda can-style rings!
20. We love the slick design of this clever stairs meets reduced mobility access
21. A bee hive-inspired multi-socket system!
22. Place an ice cold beer on these mats and watch the condensation activate a hidden image!
23. Everyone can have fun in this play ground thanks to activities designed for reduced mobility children!
By Straker Julia
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Passionate about writing, I write articles on the subjects that I love. Creativity and Animals themes are my favorites!