CHARLESTOWN CITY SQUARE PARK
Charlestown, MA
CRA created interpretive exhibits to frame the park entrances and to describe the archaeological site
of the first tavern in Boston.
Embedded brass plates and other markings elaborate on the tavern’s footprint, which was set into the lawn
by the Landscape Architect.
of the first tavern in Boston.
Embedded brass plates and other markings elaborate on the tavern’s footprint, which was set into the lawn
by the Landscape Architect.
PARK SQUARE / FOUR SEASONS
BOSTON, MA
The kiosk, which camouflages a ventilation shaft, was also an opportunity to engage passersby in the City’s history.
On one side, a large map depicts at a glance the landfill of Back Bay, which was once underwater, while the other side introduces the development of the Boston Providence Railroad, a colossal construction endeavor at the time. Detailed photographs and engravings further illustrate the historical evolution of the area, from 1630 to present.
On one side, a large map depicts at a glance the landfill of Back Bay, which was once underwater, while the other side introduces the development of the Boston Providence Railroad, a colossal construction endeavor at the time. Detailed photographs and engravings further illustrate the historical evolution of the area, from 1630 to present.
BOOTT MILLS COMPLEX AND CANALWAYS
LOWELL, MA
The sign system was designed to highlight the cultural and historic characteristics of this industrial town.
An orientation diagram consistently informs visitors of their location within the canals’ trails.
An orientation diagram consistently informs visitors of their location within the canals’ trails.
TEARDROP PARK, BATTERY PARK CITY
NEW YORK, NY
The unobtrusive sign system continues
the design philosophy – Accessibility beyond minimum requirements – already established by CRA at Battery Park City.
Small signs are attached to existing railings with a custom designed ring.
The system expands to tactile botanical exhibits highlighting the unique planting native to the Hudson Valley region.
the design philosophy – Accessibility beyond minimum requirements – already established by CRA at Battery Park City.
Small signs are attached to existing railings with a custom designed ring.
The system expands to tactile botanical exhibits highlighting the unique planting native to the Hudson Valley region.
BATTERY PARK CITY
NEW YORK, NY
Multi sensory tables – designed as part of a comprehensive Signage Master Plan – introduce the six million sq. ft. site and its renowned Public Art Program.
For the benefit of non-sighted visitors, the sculptures that can easily be touched are identified on the tactile maps. A raised skyline highlights key landmarks along the Hudson River.
Segments of Raynes Rail frame the glass slabs, and give additional information with Braille and audio messages.
For the benefit of non-sighted visitors, the sculptures that can easily be touched are identified on the tactile maps. A raised skyline highlights key landmarks along the Hudson River.
Segments of Raynes Rail frame the glass slabs, and give additional information with Braille and audio messages.
MBTA / RUGGLES ST. STATION
BOSTON, MA
CRA conceived, researched and designed three 2-sided Retrospective Exhibits, which animate the Pedestrian Concourse and depict the history of Roxbury over three centuries.
