Cool Product Designs That Are Solving Problems We Didn’t Even Know Existed
Product design is a super unique field. People who work in this area need to be creative and technical all at the same time. They need to anticipate problems before they happen.
Keep reading to see some brilliant product designs that are actually pretty inspirational. These designs are solving problems that we've always dealt with and problems that we couldn't have even anticipated. Sometimes some clever packaging makes all the difference. These products are actually incredible.
An Anti-Theft Program
This library puts cards on computers and other valuables that are left unattended. You never know when someone is going to come by and swipe your stuff.
It's nice to have a reminder to be careful.
Christmas Tree Dogs
What better way to get your Christmas tree carted to your car than by a couple of adorable Newfoundland dogs?
A system like this makes Christmas tree shopping so much more fun.
Multiple Notches
This bag has tear-away notches at multiple heights.
When you get to the bottom, you can just tear away some more of the bag instead of having to stick your hand all the way in.
Digital Blood Meters
This blood bank has digital meters in their clinic to show people visually how much blood and plasma they have available for patients who need it.
It's a pretty cool system.
A Tiny Door For A Tiny Human
This medical clinic has a door at the front especially for their littlest patients. It's a kids-only door that adults can't easily fit through.
We think it's super adorable.
A Horse Gate
This gate was designed to let people and horses through but block vehicles of any kind. We think that it's a pretty brilliant idea.
Now this trail is reserved for riders only.
A Candle Stand
This very old piano has a secret candle stand built right into it.
You can just pull out the side of the piano, flip the piece 90 degrees, and voila, a perfect surface for a candle.
A Bit More
This toaster has a "bit more" button for when you want your toast just a little bit more toasty.
This is such a great feature to have on a toaster.
A Giant Remote
This grandmother has a giant remote at her house so that she never loses or misplaces it.
You can spot this thing from a mile away. You would have to work really hard to actually lose it.
A Built-In Glasses Cleaner
These shirts come with built-in glasses cleaners so that you can always clean your glasses when you're on the go.
You don't have to remember to take any extra cloths with you.
A Timer Cap
This timer cap lets you know how long it's been since you opened your pill bottle.
Now you never have to wonder if you actually remembered to take your medicine.
Self-Sterilizing Handrails
This mall found a way to keep its patrons safe by implementing self-sterilizing handrails on their escalators.
Honestly, we should have had these before the pandemic. I don't know how we ever lived without them.
Never Lose The Extra Button
When companies give you extra buttons in little plastic bags, you always end up misplacing them. This company sews their extra buttons right onto the clothing tag.
That way you'll never lose it.
Line Up Your Snaps
Getting a baby dressed may be one of the most difficult tasks in the world. They squirm around so much and there are so many snaps to deal with.
That's why this onesie identifies the middle snap by making it a different color.
Saving Counter Space
Rather than washing your hands then awkwardly dripping all over the floor as you walk across the bathroom to the hand dryer, this one is close by.
It makes a lot of sense to have the dryer built in with the soap dispenser and the tap.
Charge Up On The Patio
You spend a couple of hours sitting on a patio with your friends, taking pictures or sharing videos and suddenly your phone battery is at 18%. What do you do?
Well if you're on this patio, you simply plug your phone into the patio umbrella and charge up!
For Anyone Who Texts And Walks
With people constantly looking down at their phones, it seems to be a growing issue of people nearly walking in traffic when it's not their turn.
These studs at the end of the sidewalk change color to let the pedestrian know whether they're safe to walk or not.
No Smashing Windows Here
In order to hopefully prevent some well-meaning good samaritan from smashing the car window when they see this cat, the owner left a mess on the dashboard.
He's just chilling in the AC, and the owner will be back soon.
Everyone Gets A Pump
If you're the type of person who prefers to open the public restroom door using a paper towel, you'll like this invention.
The hand sanitizer is built right into the door, so you can dispense a pump of sanitizer as you open the door.
If Only Costco Had These
This grocery store in Sweden has a map of the store printed onto all of the shopping carts so you can always map out the fastest route to the cookie aisle.
Don't waste your time aimlessly walking through the produce section if you don't have to.
Building Furniture Doesn't Need To Be Complicated
Rather than give you a bag full of nuts and bolts to sort through, this company decided to be kind to their customers.
Each section of hardware is separated based on what step you'll need it for in the assembly process.
It Goes Wherever Its Needed
Rather than having to relocate and try to find a bench in the shade when the sun is beating down on you, you can relocate the bench.
Push it along the track until you find a spot you like better.
Pick Your Pillow
Most people are pretty particular about their pillow, which makes travelling difficult if you can't get comfortable.
This hotel provides a pillow menu for you to test each of the options before you place your order for which one you want.
If You're Lost, Just Look Down
If you ever find yourself wandering through the streets of Oklahoma City and need directions, look for a manhole cover!
They feature a map of the city, along with a white dot to tell you where you are in that moment.