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Case study: Here East (Reade Signs, England)
Reade Signs undertook an exciting, award-winning wayfinding project at the former press and broadcast centres of the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in Hackney Wick, home of the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Reade Signs was commissioned to install and supply over 300 Read More…
British Sign Awards 2018 gala event – celebrating the best of British
Now in their fifth year, the British Sign Awards, organised by the British Sign and Graphics Association (BSGA) celebrate the best of the British sign industry. In all 13 awards will be presented, ranging from Best Architectural Sign through to Traditional Sign Crafts Read More…
Case Study Library – The Spectra (Atelier Pacific Ltd, Hong Kong)
The Spectra is a new residential development located next to the West Rail Long Ping Station in Hong Kong. It consists of four 24-storey residential towers, a club-house with gym and outdoor pool, and a multi-story basement car park. The project covers nearly 50,000 Read More…
Brand Refresh For Wayfinding Consultants f.r.a.
Wayfinding consultants f.r.a. have completed a refresh of their brand and communication materials. The new branding, created in-house, reflects the studio’s approach to design by blending classic elements with expressive use of patterns and a slightly cheeky tone of voice. The core visual identity brings punctuation into Read More…
RAF Museum project By ABG Design launches our case study library
ABG Design‘s recent project, for the Royal Air Force Museum is the first to be inducted into the SDS Case Study Library. As well as promoting the work of members, the library will provide a valuable reference resource and yet another good reason Read More…
The SDS and 2018 British Sign Awards – Closing Date Extended To Friday, 21 September
Once again we’re pleased to announce that the SDS will be judging entries for the wayfinding category in the 2018 British Sign Awards. Last year saw member Populous Activate crowned winners in this annual showcase of British talent, with their Groupama stadium Read More…
Sign Design Society Awards 2013 Portfolio Publication – Free Copies Available
The 2013 Sign Design Awards ceremony was a memorable gala presentation event which took place on 21st November at ARUP’s London offices. Attracting a larger number of entrants and receiving more entries from around the globe than ever before, a total of Read More…
A Promotion for SDS Steering Group Member Colette Jeffrey
Colette Jeffrey, an active SDS member since 1996, has been appointed Associate Professor in Wayfinding and Inclusive Design at Birmingham City University. After the completing her PhD later this year she will be exploring wayfinding research opportunities and making stronger connections with Read More…
London Calling: Letterheads 2018
Next month (16-19 August 2018) will see over 200 sign and lettering artists from five continents congregate at the Bargehouse, OXO Tower Wharf (on the South Bank) for an international Letterheads ‘meet‘, curated by SDS member, Sam Roberts. These ‘meets’ are typically closed-doors Read More…
Publication of the Government’s Inclusive Transport Strategy 2018
The Government’s Inclusive Transport Strategy was published on 25 July and is available to download from the Government website. The Department of Transport is clear that all public realm schemes should be inclusive and accessible. The Strategy’s core objectives are: raising awareness of passengers’ Read More…