After assigning certain roles among our group, we were able to gather research for different areas of the presentation. Having look at the idea of a 'trail' for our way finding system, we decided that the best way to appeal to the students of LAU would be to involve colourful imagery that would reflect a creative environment. To do this we settled on the theme of neon lighting, which would utilise the use of lights around the university as a way to guide people to their destination.
Once this had been established, more roles could then be identified for the project to progress. The role that I would be pursuing would be to design the map directions and colour indicators for the map. To do this a series of initials were first proposed to the group so that they could choose a style that most represented the theme of the project.
Mood boards were first created to gather inspiration for the designs and how they may be situated within the LAU building.
Looking at previous entries for the task, I found that colour coding specific subjects that the university offers, would be one way to appeal to the audience and keep to the themes of our project.
Initial Ideas
An alternative attempt to identify the subjects taught at LAU would show pictograms of each subject, as well as the signs found within the building. This included a camera for photography, a paint pallet for fine art, a computer for graphic design, a presentation board for creative advertising and a mannequin bust for fashion. Also included was the icon for the stairs.
Using colours found in the LAU website, these lines were created to pin point passages on the map for the way finding system. Showing different types would allow for debate with peers on which one works best.
Following on from the previous icon designs, more pictograms were created, which would identify the facilities of the building and the health and safety signs.
Development
Creating the map for the project involved providing audiences with a direction from the entrance to the different rooms within the building. Using the coloured line system, the audience can easily follow where they need to go.
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