Sometimes construction works don't go exactly to plan, and instead of looking impressive, they can actually be an eyesore.
People from all over the world have shared photos of disastrous renovations they've encountered Demilking has been collected in a bizarre online gallery.
Among the unexpected observations is a photo showing how a contractor showed a reckless attitude towards building safety when constructing structural pillars in a parking garage.
Elsewhere, in a bizarre renovation, another contractor placed a toilet in a closet – perhaps in an ill-fated attempt to save space.
Meanwhile, another designer created a spiral staircase that looked like it could collapse at any moment, making climbing it less appealing.
Balcony on a balcony! People from all over the world have shared photos of disastrous renovations, and DeMilked collected the worst in an online gallery. The photos include this one, where a homeowner in Germany decided to build an extra room next to his apartment
Another homeowner, in Germany, expanded the lack of security even further and decided to build an extra room next to their apartment. Not the most relaxing space to chill out.
But at least you can get into that room – unlike the one in the other of the snaps, which is so narrow that a small child would have trouble squeezing through.
Here, FEMAIL takes a look at some of the most mind-boggling design decisions from around the world…
Foreign! Elsewhere, in a bizarre renovation, another contractor has installed a toilet in a cupboard – conveniently within easy reach of the kettle
Is it art? Another designer designed a spiral staircase that looked like it could collapse at any moment
Yes! One contractor showed a reckless attitude to safety when building structural piers in a parking garage
Squeeze tight! Someone else saw a very thin door that made it difficult for even a small child to get through
You can't help but look at this photo and wonder if there's a better place to put that fireplace?
Yes! Safety was not taken into account when designing these stairs. But you could also argue that the aesthetics weren't either…
Don't miss your step! Those with a great fear of heights will not enjoy going up and down these transparent horrors
Tetris! The design of this kitchen would give anyone a headache due to its confusing layout – it just doesn't make sense
The balconies of this building may be extremely aesthetically pleasing, but the fact that they are completely inaccessible makes them somewhat pointless
This wheelchair ramp not only ends with stairs, but also does not appear to provide any access to the building. Which makes it seem less than useless
While some people consider installing crown molding around their light switch as total overkill, overs may find it quite pleasant to look at. It's an interesting dilemma