Park Connector Network:
Wayfinding Design
This project started with an observation made while I was strolling in my neighbourhood. I was intrigued by the signages along the Park Connector Network (pcn). Upon extensive research on the history of pcn and Singapore's 'Garden City' motto, I felt that there was room to rejuvenate its current branding and wayfinding design.
I designed a set of branding and wayfinding design guidelines to provide a fresh outlook for our park connectors.
Concept
The concept of the project aims to bridge the past, present and future of pcn with Singapore’s existing 'City In A Garden' and 'Walk Cycle Ride' initiative.
Types Of Usage
Recreational refers to users who use the pcn as a means to travel for leisure. Commuting refers to users who use the pcn as a means to travel to their choice of destinations.
Wayfinding Principles
Direct provides optimum navigational aids to users. Signs are easily identifiable with colours and clear typography. Safe ensures accessibility for all our users when using the pcn. Interpretive promotes an educational experience for our users by raising the awareness of Singapore’s ‘City In A Garden’.
Functionality
Legibility concerns text messaging on the sign, whereby it is clear and concise. Adaptability concerns the modularity of the signage. Sustainability concerns its easy maintenance without material wastage.
Adaptable Signage Grid-System
Inspired by form over function, each section of the signage is designed to be modular and tiled in square grids. Its modularity and hassle-free assembly initiate easy maintenance without replacing the entire signage.
Interpretive Wayfinding Strategy
Did You Know?
Did You Know? is an interpretive panel for users to learn more about our parks’ key attractions and heritage. Users will be guided to use a Trail Marker to navigate to the key attraction. Through this wayfinding process, it can raise our users’ awareness of Singapore’s ‘City In A Garden’.
