We probably donβt put much thought into our surroundings or everyday items, but the people behind them put quite some thought when designing them. Here are the top 5 Design Secrets behind the places we visitβ: πβ πβ
1. Movie Theatre Seats & Curtains βπ₯βπΏ
2. Airports Baggage Claim ββοΈβπ§³β
Theyβre usually placed as far away from the arrival gate as possible.
Passengers spend more time walking, giving workers more time to unload the luggage.
This also reduces the time spent for passengers to βwait aroundβ for their baggage, reducing complaints.
3. Emergency Exit Doors βπͺβππ»ββοΈβ
They only PUSH outwards, not PULL inwards.
When thereβs an emergency, people rush out against the doors.
Hundreds died in a fire in Boston back in 1942 because the exit doors were pull only.
4. Transparent Drink Glasses πΈβπ·
Pubs, bars and clubs tend to use see-through glasses for their drinks.
Psychology 101, everyone can see how much booze you have left in your glass.
Walking around with an empty glass makes you look like a cheap ass, so you buy more!
5. Walled-Off Casinos πβπ°β
Casinos are often windowless and will not hang clocks in their premises.
Itβs not a fengshui thing.
Without windows and clocks, gamblers canβt tell the time and keep gambling!
Whether itβs for our safety or to get us spending more, simple tricks like these shape the way we use our spaces. Be mindful and see if you can spot any other design secrets irl!
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