Bad design

It feels like we come across instances of bad design all the time. Good design is often unnoticed because it is seamless and effortlessly makes our lives easier. But bad design really sticks out. Some examples from my recent experience include: my car, in which it is almost impossible to see the speedometer as you drive; my alarm clock/Ipod dock, in which the actually dock is so tricky to get your Iphone into, it requires two hands, lots of fiddling, and even more swearing; San Francisco public transport ticket machines, which have a bewildering and arbitrary series of limitations and "quirks". In all these instances you just sit back and wonder "what were these designers thinking", and "have they ever used the things they have designed?"

3 websites

Hi all,

Belatedly find my 3 websites below - they are all Webby Award winners.

Abstract thought - I love the concept and execution of this abstract web film.

http://thewildernessdowntown.com/

Aspiration - again, a cool website, showcasing the work of people who make our lives easier in small ways every day.

www.hidden-heroes.net

Aura - few people have had an aura like Mr. Johnny Cash.

www.thejohnnycashproject.com/

Hope you enjoy them.

Cheers,

Andrew