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CAMPUS MASTER PLAN UPDATEWay f i nding a n d S i g n ag e

01 September 2016

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The following presentation represents in-progress work generated to test various elements of the ongoing campus planning effort along with stimulating discussion

and feedback amongst the Focus Group participants. The graphics do not represent proposed or approved projects and are intended only to illustrate, for discussion

purposes, how elements of the campus master plan could potentially be implemented.

Design & Location Criteria

Key Destination Nomenclature

Sample Trips

Schematic Design Concepts

Next Steps

AGENDA

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DESIGN & LOCATION CRITERIA

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Vehicular Directional Signscriteria:

Design Criteria• Text and symbols shall be internally illuminated

on primary and secondary signs

• Text and symbols shall be reflective on smaller

sign type (trailblazer)

• Destinations listed left, right, and straight

ahead

• No more than 6 lines of text (primary)

• Copy heights as indicated in Graphic Details

Location Criteria• Right side of each drive lane in unobstructed

locations

• Announce turns prior to intersections by a safe

margin at driving speed

• Programmed with the first-time visitor in mind

• Direct drivers to Parking Areas

• Perpendicular to travel lane

• Min. 3’-0” from curb to edge of signDISCLAIMER: The graphic is for illustrative and discussion purposes only and does not represent a proposed or approved design. The intent of the graphic is solely to test potential

implementation of elements of the campus master planning effort.

Parking Lot Identification Signs

Design Criteria• Text and symbols shall be reflective

• Clearly identifies lot number at entrances

• Indicates parking usage and hours

• Identifies if accessible parking is available

• Sign is double-sided

• Copy heights as indicated in Graphic Details

Location Criteria• Located at lot entrances

• Perpendicular to travel lane served by lot (with

individual exceptions as required by site

conditions)

• Min. 3’-0” from curb to edge of sign

• Located as not to disrupt motorists’ sight lines

criteria:

DISCLAIMER: The graphic is for illustrative and discussion purposes only and does not represent a proposed or approved design. The intent of the graphic is solely to test potential


Pedestrian Map Kiosks

Design Criteria• Changeable campus map accessible via hinged

access door

• Scaled for pedestrian viewing and accessible

for ambulatory and wheelchair viewing

• May include information for access to online

wayfinding tools

• May be double-sided if conditions allow

Location Criteria• Located at transitions from vehicular to

pedestrian navigation such as parking lots,

pedestrian drop-offs and bus stops

• Located in areas of heavy pedestrian traffic and

merging paths

criteria:



Pedestrian Directional Signs

Design Criteria• Navigational aid to Key Destinations and

Parking Areas

• Delivers adequate information to direct users

to the next sign or kiosk

• Destinations listed left, right, and straight

ahead

• No more than 10 lines of text

• Destinations based on proximity

Location Criteria• Judiciously placed along pedestrian paths

• Placed at major pedestrian decision points

• Oriented perpendicular to path of travel (with

some exceptions as required by site conditions)

• May be double-sided

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Building Identification Signs

Design Criteria• Displays the full building name

• Key Destination ID signs may display up to

three University-approved Key Destinations

located within the building

• Freestanding signs are single or double-sided

depending on site requirements

• Includes placeholder for accessible route

messaging

Location Criteria• Placed at primary and secondary entrances of

each building

criteria:



Mobility Considerations

Things to consider for individuals with mobility and visual needs:

• Paths have varied conditions: slopes, steps, crosswalks, curbs

• Paths have varied surfaces: cobbles, brick, concrete, asphalt, gravel

• Visual and physical cues become landmarks: water features, wind chimes, open

spaces, etc.

• Consistent messaging and placement is critical

criteria:



Mobility Considerationscriteria:

To an individual with mobility needs, this is the best condition.

Wide open spaces – flat and level.



Mobility Considerationscriteria:

To an individual with visual needs, this is the worst condition.

Wide open spaces – no memory cues, no reference points.



KEY DESTINATION NOMENCLATURE

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Nomenclature Discussion

Vehicular Directional Signage• Visitor Parking Garages / Lots

• Limited Key Destinations

• w/ direct vehicular access ex. George Bush Library

• Abbreviations as required (sign size limitations)

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Potential Destinations• University Center Garage

• West Campus Garage

• Central Campus Garage

• Northside Garage

• Lot 51 (adjacent to Emerging Technologies Building)

• Lot 72 (adjacent to West Campus Library)

• George Bush Library

Vehicular Directional Signage• Visitor Parking Garages / Lots

• Limited Key Destinations

• w/ direct vehicular access ex. George Bush Library


Nomenclature Discussioncontent:



Pedestrian Directional Signage• Visitor Parking Garages / Lots

• Expanded Key Destinations





Pedestrian Directional Signage• Visitor Parking Garages / Lots



Potential Destinations• Academic Plaza

• Bonfire Memorial

• Clayton W. Williams, Jr. Alumni

Center

• Cushing Library & Archives

• Evans Library

• General Services Complex (GSC)

• George Bush Presidential Library

• Koldus Building

• Memorial Student Center (MSC)

• Military Walk

• The Quad

• Reed Arena

• Rudder Tower

• Sanders Corps Center

• Student Recreation Center

• West Campus Library

• Williams Administration Building




Pedestrian Map Kiosk• Includes Map Artwork


• Full Building Names




Building Identification Signage• Full Building Names

• Building Abbreviation

• Accessible Route

Optional• Address

• Building #

• Internal Key Destinations




SAMPLE TRIPS

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Sample Trip #1 – Evans Librarytrips:



Evans Library

Visitor Parking

P5




Sample Trip #2 – West Campus Librarytrips:




West Campus Library

Visitor Parking

P2



SCHEMATIC DESIGN CONCEPTS

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Focus Group Survey Results

Please select the DESIGN STYLE you feel best visually represents Texas A&M University.

Contemporary

Modern

Hybrid

Traditional

17%

3%

35%

45%

TraditionalHybridModernContemporary

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Please select the PHYSICAL FORM you feel best visually represents Texas A&M University.

Multidimensional

Double Pole

Single Pole

Monolithic/Vertical

19%

41%

6%

34%

Monolithic/VerticalSingle PoleDouble PoleMultidimensional

Focus Group Survey Resultsconcepts:



Please select the TYPOGRAPHY you feel best visually represents Texas A&M University.

San Serif

(with lowercase)

Serif

(with lowercase)

San Serif

(All CAPS)

Serif

(ALL CAPS)

62%

13%

16%

9%

San Serif

(All CAPS)

Serif

(ALL CAPS)

San Serif

(with lowercase)

Serif

(with lowercase)

Focus Group Survey Resultsconcepts:



TAMU Color Paletteconcepts:



Schematic Design Sign Types• Primary Vehicular Directional• Parking Lot Identity• Pedestrian Directional• Pedestrian Building Identity

Hierarchyconcepts:



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Scenario 01concepts:



Scenario 01 – Alternate Colorconcepts:



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Scenario 02 – Alternate Edge Detailconcepts:



Scenario 02 – Alternate Colorconcepts:



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Scenario 04 – Alternate Detailconcepts:



SCHEME 1 SCHEME 2 SCHEME 3

SCHEME 1 alt. SCHEME 2 alt. SCHEME 4

Scenario Comparisonconcepts:



NEXT STEPS

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Schedule

Upcoming Milestones:

07 Oct: 1st Draft of Master Plan Update

13 Oct: Campus Open Houses

14 Oct: Joint Focus Group Session

31 Oct: 2nd Draft of Master Plan Update

02 Nov: Council of Deans

08 Nov: Council on the Built Environment

10 Nov: Executive Committee

15 Dec: Final Draft of Master Plan Update

next:



Thank You!

01 September 2016

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