30 Examples Of Architecture And Design That Are Unsafe For Those Lacking Common Sense

It doesn’t take a professional to notice unsafe architectural designs, but sometimes it’s too easy to spot. It’s the reason organizations like OSHA exist in the first place.

The subreddit “Architecture For Adults” showcases stunning architectural and engineering designs that may not be suitable for those lacking common sense, but are safe for everyone else.

Here are some of the top examples architecture enthusiasts shared in the group.


1. “Mural On The Back Of Acme Incorporated”

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2. “You Don’t Need To Be Drunk Anymore”

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3. “Almost Pulled A Michael Scott While Delivering Groceries Today”

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4. “This Staircase”

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5. “Stairs”

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6. “In The 20’s, Fiat Had A Test Track On Top Of Their Production Warehouse”

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7. “Bruh”

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8. “Construction Of The Hindenburg – Yes, Those Are Ladders”

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9. “Just Don’t Swing It Side To Side Too Much”

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10. “What Was Their First Idea, Stairs Made Made From Piles Of Rusty Nails?”

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11. “These Obstacles Are Almost Invisible On The Bike Lane”

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12. “All These Houses Are Connected By A Pool”

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13. “The Storseisundet Bridge In Norway”

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15. “Step Out Of A Bathtub Down A Flight Of Stairs, Anyone?”

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16. “This 1930s Design Let You Hang Your Baby Over The Side Of A Building In A Cage”

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17. “The Cannonball Loop Waterslide, A Slide So Dangerous It Was Shutdown Almost Immediately After Opening”

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18. “This Architect Accidentally Built A Death Ray That Melts Cars And Fries Eggs… Again”

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19. “Hope You Don’t Drop Anything”

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20. “Yes, It’s A Door”

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21. “A Footbridge With Knee-High Sides”

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22. “On The Floor Of Doctor’s Office. If You Trip On It, You’re In The Right Place”

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23. “Stairwell In A Hotel I Stayed In”

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24. “Indian Stepwells | The Construction Of Stepwells Is Mainly Utilitarian, Though They May Include Embellishments Of Architectural Significance, And Be Temple Tanks”

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25. “Window That Turns Into A Balcony”

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26. “Oh No”

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27. “I Don’t Even Know Where To Begin”

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28. “Hammock Bathtub”

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29. “Wavy Stairs To Make Going Downstairs More Fun”

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30. “Looks Too Easy To Slip And Fall”

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