A design loses its purpose when it becomes overly complex, especially for simple things. This means that the design no longer serves its intended function effectively or efficiently. For instance, if a door or a kettle is designed in such a way that it requires manual instructions to push or pull, then the design has lost its purpose. The design should be intuitive enough to indicate its function without the need for additional instructions.
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