There are many communities on Reddit that document people’s complicated relationship with the way they execute their ideas.
You’ve probably heard about the subreddits “Awful Taste But Great Execution” and “Awful Taste And Awful Execution,” and if not, please check out our previous features with great executions (here) and not so much (here).
But this time, we’re taking a more positive outlook towards how the visions and projects turn out and diving deep into the subreddit “Great Taste And Great Execution” (GTAGE).
Whether it’s a smart design, nicely made product packaging, or a cool piece of furniture, they all fall into this collection of reality meeting great expectations, if not surpassing them.
#1 This Mystique Cosplay
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#2 Tie Dyed Wedding Dress
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#3 Croissant Dragons
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Bored Panda spoke with Laura Vanagaite, an international freelance graphic designer who specializes in branding and social media content creation, to find out what it takes to go from a great idea to its great execution, and why it’s not that simple.
Laura explained that bringing a design idea from vision to execution requires a combination of creativity, technical skills, and project management. “This includes defining the design brief and goals, researching and gathering information, prototyping, refining the design, and producing final assets,” she said.
#4 This UFO Chicken Coop
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#5 Incredible Seashore Wood Table
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#6 After The Fall Of The Soviet Union, A City In Ukraine Was Getting Rid Of All Their Communist Statues. A Local Artist Converted The Last Remaining One Into Darth Vader
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According to the graphic designer, it also involves effective communication and collaboration with the team. “Effective project management skills, such as setting realistic deadlines, keeping to budget constraints, and continually testing and refining the design are also crucial for the successful execution of a design project.”
Laura also said that poor execution can ruin even the best creative idea. “A great idea alone is not enough to guarantee success. It must be effectively executed to bring the idea to life and meet the intended purpose.”
#7 The Top Of This 1954 Camper Is A Boat
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#8 This Bus Used To Advertise A Zoo
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#9 Black On Black Vw Bus
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Moreover, poor execution can result in a final product that is not functional, aesthetically unpleasing, or fails to effectively communicate the intended message, Laura argues. “This can result in the idea being perceived as a failure. It is important to give equal attention to both the creativity and the execution in order to realize the full potential of a creative idea.”
#10 Professor Repainted Observatory Into Giant R2-D2
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#11 This Pirate Ship Model Standing 8ft (2.4m) Tall And Over 7ft (2.2m) Long That Took 14 Months To Construct
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#12 This Force Ghost Luke Cosplay
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Having said that, Laura believes that both good ideas and good execution are important for the product’s success. “A great idea without good execution can lead to a disappointing outcome, while a well-executed idea can still fall short if the original concept was not strong. A balance of both is essential for the best results when it comes to any type of creative project,” the graphic designer explained.
#13 The Thinker Lamp
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#14 This Dude Built His Kid A Lamborghini Out Of Mostly Wood
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#15 Music Shop Shutters
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Meanwhile, both bad ideas and poor executions can be common in design. Laura explained that a designer may have a great idea, but if they lack the skills or resources to execute it effectively, the final result may not meet their expectations.
“On the other hand, a designer may have a solid execution plan, but if the original idea is not strong, the final result may not be successful. It is important to continually evaluate and improve both the creativity and execution of a design project to achieve the best results.”
#16 This Key Shaped Like A Little Sword
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#17 This Stunning Timber Floor
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#18 If You Like Trees… And Cats
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We also asked Laura exactly how important it is to have good taste in art and design. “Good taste in design and creativity is the ability to create aesthetically pleasing, functional, and effective solutions that meet the needs and expectations of the intended audience.”
Laura concluded that although it’s subjective, it’s still very important since “it helps establish credibility and communicate effectively, while still allowing room for innovation and risk-taking.”
#19 Dragon Bench By Igor Loskutow
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#20 This Is A Great Take On Something That’s Just Always Been There But Nobody Thought To Have Fun With. It Conveys ‘Exit’ Better Too
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#21 This Cake My Nan Made For My 17th Birthday
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#22 This Custom NASA Lamp
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#23 This Scooter And Sidecar
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#24 This German Kindergarten
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#25 Stunning Arched Doorway With Built-In Bookshelves
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#26 Wooden Table With Helical Legs
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#27 This Bridge In Germany Painted To Look Like Legos
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#28 Mario Themed Fish Tank
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#29 An Old TV Repurposed Into A Cat Bed
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#30 Death Star Fire Pit
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#31 This Kid’s Playhouse
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#32 Wood And Resin Lamp That Looks Like Its Burning
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#33 This Bender Mailbox
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#34 Hardwood Spiral Staircase
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#35 This Wall Painting On My Street (2 Painters Worked On This)
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#36 A Restaurant Dressed Up For Halloween Ghostbusters Style
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#37 Blacksmith From Slovakia Made A Dragon Car
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#38 Custom Table Made From Original Golden Gate Bridge Suspender Ropes
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#39 Christmas Tree Created From Local Sea Glass
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#40 Alyson Tabbitha As Dark Knight Joker
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#41 65-Inch Flatscreen Modded To Look Like A Giant Nintendo Switch
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#42 Natural Stone Fireplace
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#43 Curved Wood Cabinet
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#44 Tonka Truck
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#45 Ps1 Cake
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#46 This Homemade Cardboard Tetris Game
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#47 Remember: All I’m Offering Is The Water
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#48 Stormtrooper Wood Burner
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#49 This LEGO “Hand-Bag”
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#50 This Champagne Cork Chair
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