"This is everything that is wrong with design"
In this week's comments update, readers are questioning Nikolas and Lukas Bentel's decision to design vision-impairing Squiggle Glasses.
Blindsided: Instagram's face filters inspired New York-based brothers Nikolas and Lukas Bentel to design the Squiggle Glasses. The thin, wavy lined spectacles partially obstruct the wearer's view, disgruntling readers.
"What are the limits of the term designer" At what point does one's antics void their title of designer and earn them title of prankster," asked Catcassidy.
Taki182 went on: "No doubt this pair of millennial rascals are going to be very pleased with the attention their little stunt has got them."
Keith Dougal was particularly annoyed: "This is everything that is wrong with design. In a world grappling with plastic waste, and heading for energy and resource shortages, items like these should be illegal. The object equivalent of an oxygen thief." "Plastic waste for our oceans! Adding rubbish to Pacific plastic island!" agreed Dario.
This reader had a physical reaction to the brother's design:
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What do you think of the Squiggle Glasses" Join the discussion ?
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