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EXTERIOR

SIGNS & MAPS

Exterior signs include building name signs and guidance to entry points. Exterior signs are primarily used for buildings in a campus setting. Stand-alone sites often want more anonymity or are in a shared building with other tenants. Partner with the local site and security to validate the requirements - some sites will not want prominent exterior signs to limit public visibility.



Templates, fonts, icons, a template schedule/map, specifications and production details are available to download.


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Sign Family

Image of set of standard icons


Navigation Signs

These should be consistent between sites, following the Standard templates. Includes identification signs, directional signs, directory signs, and maps.


Regulatory and Information Signs

If required, use templates as a starting point and customize as needed.


Confirm local code requirements. Additional signs or modifications may be necessary. See specification sheets and templates for requirements.

Sign Placement

The specification sheets list each location where the signs should be installed. General guidance:

  • In a campus setting, signs (along with placemaking elements) should to be used to distinguish the building from a distance.
  • Building ID's (either large or medium) should be visible from a distance.
  • All primary entrances need the the building name and, if applicable, the entrance name or key amenities that are directly available from that entrance.
  • Limited access doors/entrances need the building name, contact information for access, and a map to show how to get to a public, accessible entry. This includes doors that are closed as emergency exits, entrances that are not accessible, entrances that require badge access. These can leave guests frustrated if not well marked.
  • Large or complex buildings may need directional signs along primary circulation paths to guide users to accessible routes or the primary entry, these can be found with the site signs.
  • Confirm the orientation of signs with arrows to ensure they are pointing in the correct direction.
  • Ensure the signs are visible and not obscured by plants, bikes, trash bins, vehicles, etc.