Kingston City Council has unveiled a new wayfinding strategy it says will provide a clear and unified approach to the planning, design and implementation of open spaces and activity centre signs.
Developed by a leading consultant and based on the internationally recognised Legible London, Council says the strategy was widely supported during recent community consultation.
Acting Mayor, Chris Hill said that by providing signage that is easy to see, read and understand, Kingston will be an easier and even more enjoyable place to visit for all.
“We want to make it clear and simple for people of all abilities to be able to enjoy Kingston’s many parks, cycling/walking paths, shopping precincts and more,” Cr Hill said.
“Kingston has a lot of varied signs. Some of them are good, but some of them are quite old and need replacing. We now have a consistent approach moving forward, with the signs to follow an agreed contemporary format.
“We want our signs to provide important information, while keeping Kingston looking good.”
The new signage designs feature artwork from well-respected elder and artist, Heather Kennedy and Bunurong women. The artwork featured is titled Coming Together to Meeting Place As One.
Among the key features of the new signs are:
- Inclusive, DDA accessible information that is easy for everyone to use;
- Informative and useful but non-intrusive design;
- Information is clearly and consistently structured;
- Consistent look and feel;
- Integrates with surrounding environment (ie: park furniture) to reduce visual clutter • Links with public transport and major destinations;
- Appropriately sized and located to suit pedestrians, cyclists and (where appropriate) motorists;
- Use maps that are oriented the way the user is facing;
- Robust materials that are easier to maintain and repair.
Read the strategy in full here.
