This document discusses different types of interior and exterior signage for architectural projects. It covers primary and secondary identification signs, vehicular signs for advance notice and direction, traffic regulatory signs, decorative signs, interior directory signs, room identification signs, regulatory signs, exit signs, dedicatory plaques, and donor recognition signs. The purpose of these signs is to help visitors and traffic navigate complexes and buildings by properly identifying locations and directing people to their destinations in a clear and code-compliant manner.

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Presented By:
Vicky Tulsiani
B.Sc – ID (3rd Sem.)
INTERIOR DESIGN
Dezyne E’cole College, Ajmer
www.dezyneecole.com

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1.Exterior Signs-
Exterior sign system
components are normally
viewed from vehicles or
by car, trains who have
parked their vehicles and
are walking toward their
destination.

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Primary Identification-
All architectural projects required
some form of identification that is
easily readable and recognizable.
A person’s first association with a
building is the identifying device
selected to “label” the structure .
The Importance of the first impression
created by this device should be
recognized.

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Secondary Identification-
Many complexes requires secondary
identification signs.
Secondary identification signs to
properly identify the various elements
within the complex.
A system approach to design will
provide continuity in the relationship of
primary to secondary identification signs.

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Vehicular advance notice-
 A system of road signs suitably
located in advance of decision
making points will allow vehicular
traffic to execute the proper
decisions smoothly and safely at the
appropriate times.

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Vehicular Directional
Intersection and parking facility
entrances are major decision
making locations requiring
directional devices to guide drivers
towards their destination.

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Traffic regulatory and control-
Vehicular traffic can be systematically
controlled by employing sign device.
Traffic code are usually clear as to what
signs are required , where they are to be
located , and the height at which they are
to be mounted ,usually colors, size , and
shapes are standardized by the traffic
authorities .
Stop, Yield and speed limits signs are
representative of this classification of
signs.

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Decorative-
Decorative graphics may be employed
to enhance the beauty or décor of a
particular area ; form; color and design
may be utilized to create interest and to
become features of the exterior
landscape .

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1.Interior Signs-
Interior sign system
components should assist
visitors to travel from the
building entrances throughout
the complex until they reach
their desired destination.

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Primary Directory-
Information Relevant to one’s
location within a complex should be
clearly enumerated on the primary
directory , usually located in very
visible area of the main lobby.
Alphabetized listings of tenants ,
departments and individual should
be concise and should designate
the floor and room numbers.
Such Directories may be flush or
recessed wall mounts, horizontal
projected wall mounts , or pedestal
or kiosk mounts .

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Elevators Lobby Floor Directory -
High rise structures require well-
positioned signage that not only
identifies each individual floor , but
also serves as a secondary
directory system for that floor
frequently.
The floor identification directory
and corridor directional signage
may be included in one device .
When a visitor exits from an
elevator on a chosen floor , a sign
showing the floor number and also
the direction of the office or room
number is both helpful.

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Pictorial ‘you are here’ Indicators-
Pictorial schematic maps may become
an integral part of directory systems , or
they may be utilized separately as visual
aids in depicting one’s intended
passage through a complex .
Hospitals, sports complexes , and
transportation centers , are good
examples of structure that may require
pictorial maps to supplement word
messages .

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Room Identification-
Wall or door mounted room
identification signs are required to
‘label’ the function of a particular
room.
Work functions are properly
identified within tenants areas, while
service and maintenance functions
should be suitably designated in
most situations .

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Desk Identification-
 Reception areas may be require
a sign device located on a desk or
counter to identify a particular
services or individual rendering
assistance to visitors .
Such signs may be permanently
affixed or removable , and may
provide for changeable name
inserts.

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Regulatory and control signs-
Signs that authorized or prohibit
certain functions are required ,
frequently by law or code , to inform
people using the facility .
Examples include signs for the
handicapped and signs relevant to
no smoking areas, elevators
capacities , no entry areas, fire
control .

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Exits-
Exits signs are required by codes to
designate exits effectively in times of
emergency .
Supplemental information pertaining to
a particular exit such as “emergency exit
only” and alarm sound when door is
opened .

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Dedicatory Plaques-
Building Dedication plaques should
be carefully conceived and
implemented , using materials that
reflect favorably upon the talents
involved in the realization of the
project .
Historically, these plaques have
been bronze or aluminum casting.
Modern technology has provided
photographic methods and
photochemical processes which offer
the designer a freedom of size ,
format letterform , and color not
available in the casting operations.

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Donor Recognition -
Building constructed in a part by
contributions from donors require special
reorganization for the donors.
Hospitals , performing art centers and
services institution on gifts to assist in
financing buildings, addition and
furnishing and usually stipulate that
donors will be remembered and
recognized in some prestigious location
in the building.

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