Architecture fails

Ever looked at something – or someone – and thought “What’s the actual point?” It turns out there are lots of useless things in the world but surely stairs should never make the list.

Construction Fails are ridiculous, and no one wants to make mistakes just like these. Some stupid engineers probably didn't care at all about their job and happen embarrassing architectural fails that make absolutely no sense. - Page 6 of 6

If you ever decide to study design history you’ll know parts of it had an impact on the fashion, textiles, and architecture of modern culture. But the entries on this list could only make the impact of a facepalm to your forehead, at best.

Designs at their best can make your brand memorable through catchy slogans and imagery. At their worst, however, they can make people remember your company for all the wrong reasons. The subreddit “Crappy Design” is a great example of how designs can go so very wrong, and leave a bad mark on your name.

WTF, guys. Is it really that hard to remember stairs?

These mistakes are big, costly and spectacular. Take a look at some of the more notable architectural failures in modern history. Even architects, supervisors and chief engineers come in to work hungover once in a while, and that's when we get failures like these.

The poor design decisions captured around the world include a toilet installed directly underneath a worktop, and a disabled access ramp, the end of which is entirely blocked by a staircase.

If you build it (this way), they won't come.

Mistakes were made.