Let’s face it: the world could use a little more beauty, a little more color, and a lot more clever thinking. And some designers out there are doing exactly that—taking the mundane and transforming it into something extraordinary. From brilliantly crafted benches that fit perfectly with their surroundings, to clever crosswalks that make pedestrians smile, these design ideas don’t just serve a purpose, they make our world more beautiful, functional, and—dare I say it—interesting. It’s those smal…