Ask HN: What are the best-designed things you've ever used?

Re:Ask HN: What are the best-designed things you've ever used? by alpaca128 on Saturday November 27, 2021 @03:04AM (#29358461)

While this is true I often wonder why so many of those doors don't just open towards both sides. They exist and I think it's the best compromise because it's just not possible to use it the wrong way.

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Re:Ask HN: What are the best-designed things you've ever used? by michaelhoney on Saturday November 27, 2021 @03:16AM (#29358514)

A couple of possible reasons: one-way doors can have a solid frame, making them easier to secure; and they are better at sealing against weather.

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Re:Ask HN: What are the best-designed things you've ever used? by tommoor on Saturday November 27, 2021 @08:17AM (#29359931)

and fire. one way swing allows the frame to wrap around on one side – increasing fire resistence

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Re:Ask HN: What are the best-designed things you've ever used? by e12e on Saturday November 27, 2021 @06:58AM (#29359502)

If the door isn't transparent - it's a great way to collide with someone coming the other way... And getting the door in your face.

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