MCA Wayfinding Signage
2011
Project Information
Exterior and interior wayfinding signage for Manchester Communication Academy. A simple yet clever system using colour coded chevrons and iconography means it is easy to find where you are within the building at any time.
Fields
Design, Signage
- "A partnership approach to introducing signage to a brand new build that was in keeping with its style, but clear and well thought through. Many visitors have commented positively about it and most important - it works!"
Susan Webster, Programme Director BT
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We have also created some banners which hang from the ceiling in the centre. These banners were created to physically filter light from skylights and audio between levels. They carry inspirational message and hidden meta messages to encourage development in a number of different areas to create a positive legacy. The dandelion seeds blowing in the wind are evocative of capturing wishes and dreams from childhood. The quotations are to encourage pupils to aspire to optimise their potential.Graphic Design, Typography, Interior Design2011 -
Last year we worked with John Sibbald at the North West Manchester CLC to realise his vision for a state of the art multi functional audio visual resource. To follow are screen shots of a flash presentation we made to showcase the work we did, this is available to view online at www.influencedesign.com/clc.Interior Design, Furniture Design2011 -
An articulate blend of design and marketing principles went into this mailer for a commercial clothing shop and mail order business. The perforated zip on the cover presents the theme immediately and creates an interactive element which, when torn, opens the leaflet up.
Celebrity presence enforces the commercialism while succinct copy presents the messages in a clear, easily digested way.
Cloth textures are overlaid with citrus colours and contact information. A simple, detachable return card is included based on a clothing tag.Print Design, Package Design, Graphic Design2011 -
Identity re-design for an interior design company features an interaction between areas of abstract colour and imagery of the furniture, which the client wished to take centre stage. Another prerequisite was to include many different images for customers to choose items from, making their abstract arrangement in adverts such as these of central importance.Advertising, Graphic Design, Typography2011 -
Poster utilises one of the exhibits of the show, a sensual rendering of a female face overlays a grid structure dictated by its proportions. Half of the page is treated with various print techniques, while sensitive attention is given to the content and its relationship with the different facial features.Graphic Design, Print Design, Typography2011 -
A new interactive sign in system for Manchester Communcation Academy, enabling visitors and staff to sign in using a simple, easy to use touch screen interface. This system cross references the Academy CRB database, and has streamlined the sign in process. The installation uses a custom made cabinate, styled to match the marker shape used throughout the Academy.Installation Design2011 -
A full suite of printed material for Manchester Communication Academy. Using a friendly illustration of the school, a clever folder was created with translucent windows allowing you to see the contents inside.Print Design, Design, Illustration2011 -
New CMS website for brand new North Manchester High School, the Manchester Communication Academy. Built using Expression Engine, the site is extremely easy and quick for the staff at the Academy to update.Web Design, Web Development, Illustration2011 -
Flash game built especially for a trade fair in Las Vegas USA. Users answer a series of questions with the aim of getting the highest score, the user with the highest score each day receiving a prize.
The game requires that all users give their contact details and so is a great tool for creating a mailing list of potential customers.
We created a character / online avatar to present the game in a Las Vegas style gameshow format. The use of a custom soundtrack also adds to the theme.
The game is linked to a database which holds all the user information and scores, and also holds a large number of questions, meaning that there is a large number of possible combinations of questions.
The scoring system uses a multiplier meaning that the more consecutive questions you answer correctly, the bigger your score.
While the game is left idle, the character tries to entice users to play by showing them the prizes available. This is interspersed with facts about the company. This game is playable online at: http://influencedesign.com/perkinsGame Design, Illustration, Interaction Design2011 -
This site features a Content Management System built using Expression Engine, allowing the client to display images, text and video as well as add downloadable documents in the form of .pdfs and .doc files. This website was built for The Whitworth Art Gallery to promote their biggest ever exhibition, ‘Subversive Spaces’.Web Design, Web Development2011 -
Virgin required a fresh look at cd packaging for a specialist promotional compilation, with direct distribution to the leading producers / managers in the UK. Matt laminated card folds and locks into concentric circles forming a poppy shaped alternative to the traditional cd cover.Graphic Design, Print Design, Package Design2011
