25 useful ideas and developments that would be useful in any country in the world (26 photos)

12 January 2024

Let's see what cool and convenient things for people have been invented and implemented in different countries of the world. This is not to say that somewhere is better than here. Just good ideas to pick up and use!





1. Luminous road markings. Australia



2. In this British supermarket, you can put a “Fix Me” sign on a trolley with broken wheels.





3. In Singapore, seniors can show their ID at a terminal at a pedestrian crossing and get extra time to cross the road safely



4. Traffic lights with luminous supports - for better visibility of signals



5. This park in Mexico has a swing for wheelchair users.



6. This parking lot in France has soft barriers between parking spaces to prevent people from scratching other cars.



7. The Japanese government is sending free packages to people quarantined at home! Here is the package for one person, Tokyo



8. A father is pictured on diaper packaging in Sweden.



9. Manhole cover in Osaka, Japan



10. Lamps in a cafe in order to silently attract the waiter’s attention. Maastricht, Netherlands



11. Bicycle repair tool kit on the bike path. Canada



12. This kiosk for your dog near a supermarket in Copenhagen



13. This burger joint in Norway has a compartment where you can pour your soda into before throwing away the cup.



14. Pedal flush for a toilet in a public restroom. Mexico



15. UPS in Italy uses these “bike trucks” to deliver packages through the narrow streets of Rome



16. Public air shower in Tokyo to blow away pollen from people suffering from hay fever



17. Japanese trains have carriages only for women



18. Train seats in Japan face outwards so you can admire the scenery.



19. Supermarket trolleys in Sweden are equipped with a supermarket map



20. This Hong Kong carousel for disabled children has a sea turtle attached to the floor.



20. In Italy, grocery stores have carts for pets.



22. These two different sets of shopping baskets at a department store in Bangkok are for those who need help and those who want to be left alone


23. Machine for cleaning grocery carts in Germany



24. These waste separation containers show you what to throw away where. Sweden



25. A bus stop with books to read while you wait. Norway

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