sign system for visually impaired and sighted visitors

DOWNTOWN LYNN

LYNN, MA

The custom, economical design facilitates access to Downtown Lynn.

The sign system is designed to accommodate intersections at various angles, and includes street identity, vehicular directions, and pedestrians’ maps.

To improve Downtown vehicular access, CRA reconfigured the one-way
traffic patterns.
  • Downtown Lynn map part of the sign-system
  • Downtown Lynn index part of the sign-system
  • Downtown Lynn sign part of the sign system

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.
  • Canalway map part of the sign system
  • Canalway map part of the sign system 2

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.
  • Teardrop Park map part of the sign system beyond ADA requirements
  • Teardrop Park information panel part of the sign system goes beyond ADA minimum requirements

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.
  • Battery Park City map with Raynes Rail -The Braille and Audio Rail- part of the sign system goes be ADA requirements
  • The Raynes Rail- Braille and Audio Rail goes beyond ADA requirements

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