50 Cringeworthy Design Fails That Are So Bad, They’re Funny
Hiring a professional interior designer is supposed to guarantee the job gets done perfectly. At least, that’s what most people hope for. But sometimes, even the best plans fall apart, and your dream project turns into a home improvement disaster. Luckily, the internet loves to laugh at these mistakes.
From interior design mistakes that are just confusing, to architecture fails that are dangerous or downright funny, there’s no shortage of epic fails online. Many of these disasters end up featured on the famous “Design Fails Wall of Shame.”
If you’re hunting for design inspiration — or better yet, learning what not to do — you should definitely check out the Design Fails Instagram account. It has hundreds of posts showing unbelievable home remodeling fails. Some will make you laugh out loud, some might make you cringe, and others could just hurt your eyes!
We’ve gathered some of our favorite DIY remodeling fails for you below. Keep scrolling for a full gallery of these fabulous flops, and don’t forget to upvote the ones that shock you the most.
Plus, don’t miss our exclusive chat with Eric Dillman, the talented interior designer behind the Design Fails account and the host of the Pro Series with Eric Dillman podcast, where he shares valuable home improvement tips and expert advice on avoiding common mistakes.
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