The 50 Most Iconic Designs of Everyday Objects
We rarely think about the design of the objects we use every day, and the fact is you're not suppose to. These everyday objects have been meticulously designed to work so well that you never have to notice them -- that's what good design is all about.
We rarely think about the design of the objects we use everyday. You don't usually catch yourself pondering the origin of your ballpoint pen or coffee maker when you're trying to write a paper or wake up after a night out.
The fact is you're not suppose to; these everyday objects have been meticulously designed to work so well that you never have to notice them - that's what good design is all about.
These everyday objects could arguably be the best examples of successful design: they have stood the test of time, they were easily adopted by a vast majority of the population, and, as objects, they are so user-friendly that they disappear into our daily routine.
Take a moment to appreciate these unsung heroes, both the classic designs that will never change and the ones that were pivotal in raising the bar of design.
[via Complex]