Abstract:
In modern residential communities, the importance of a well-designed signage system cannot be overstated. Not only does it serve as a crucial tool for efficient navigation and communication within the community, but it also plays a significant role in enhancing the overall brand image and marketing efforts of real estate projects. This comprehensive project overview delves into the intricacies of designing and implementing such signage systems, covering aspects ranging from structural considerations to conceptual design principles. By adhering to “people-oriented” design principles and incorporating modern design methodologies, this approach ensures that the signage system is not only functional but also aesthetically pleasing and aligned with the community’s identity. Through careful planning and coordination, the implementation process is streamlined to minimize costs and maximize efficiency, ultimately delivering a high-quality signage system that meets the diverse needs of residents, visitors, and property owners.
Keywords: signage system, residential community, real estate, design principles, implementation strategy
Signage System Structure
Signage System Introduction
In today’s increasingly complex residential communities, effective navigation and communication are essential for fostering a sense of belonging and enhancing the overall living experience. The design of a comprehensive signage system serves as the cornerstone for achieving these objectives, providing residents, visitors, and property owners with the guidance they need to navigate the community seamlessly. Moreover, a well-executed signage system can significantly contribute to the marketing efforts of real estate projects, helping to establish a strong brand identity and differentiate the community in a competitive market.
Importance of Signage Systems in Residential Communities
2.1. Enhancing Accessibility and Safety
2.2. Promoting Brand Identity and Marketing
2.3. Facilitating Efficient Property Management
Signage System Components
The community identification system is composed of five aspects: community image identification system, community space guidance system, community environment landscape identification system, property management identification system, and vehicle traffic identification system:
• Community image identification system
Identifiers characterized by community image promotion and promotion, such as: building natural identification systems; main or theme identification systems; large or super-scale brand image identification systems, etc.
• Community space guidance system
A medium or carrier characterized by visual guidance, instruction, and direction of community space processes, such as: signage/objects; guide signs/objects; diversion signs/objects.
• Community environmental landscape identification system
In community public landscape environment spaces, media or carriers characterized by expressiveness, informing, explaining, persuading, etc., such as: green space warning signs, water feature explanation signs, landscape commemorative signs, sculpture signs, public welfare signs, facility and equipment warning signs, etc.) .
• Property management identification system
In the property management area or work, a medium or carrier characterized by express, explanation, notification, management, etc., such as: public announcement of rules and regulations, etc.; equipment and facility signs; fire protection facility signs; evacuation guidance signs; power distribution system signs ; Security system signage; property management personnel signage, etc. (The property management identification system is recommended to mainly introduce management identification system solutions for infrastructure equipment such as electricity, water supply and drainage, etc., to reduce the possibility of equipment misoperation as a whole, so that the entire identification system can achieve information management.)
• Vehicle traffic sign system
A medium or carrier characterized by the functions of diverting, guiding and managing various vehicles within the community to avoid the mixing of people and vehicles and reduce the probability of accidents, such as: road traffic signs; road traffic markings; auxiliary sign guidance facilities; Driving safety warnings, tips, etc. In addition, if residential communities consider more from the perspective of internationalization and humanistic care, it is recommended to selectively introduce logo concepts (especially for disabled and disadvantaged groups) and bilingual logo concepts as needed, which will greatly enhance the brand of the community. values and humanistic ideas.
Community signage service property category
Service properties are mainly large-scale residential community project space packaging, including the following property types: (1) Ordinary residences (2) Apartments (3) Commercial and residential buildings (4) Villas (5) Economic and practical houses
Customer distribution range
Service properties are mainly large-scale residential community project space packaging, including the following property types: (1) Ordinary residences (2) Apartments (3) Commercial and residential buildings (4) Villas (5) Economic and practical houses
• Real estate developers
• Real estate planning company
• Property management companies/departments
• Real estate project construction engineer
• Urban, Landscape and Planning Contractors
• Architectural design, construction units, decoration design contractors
Program Features
Concept design basis
The conceptual design of the scheme supports the design direction and foundation of the entire building guidance signage system. Its basic elements are space, people (cars), information, time and brand.
• Based on architecture and landscape garden concept design (Architecture, landscape garden Concept Design);
• Based on Ergonomics
• Design based on project image and information concept (CIS, Information Architecture);
• Design based on the concept of time efficiency (Time Efficiency);
• Based on Materials Science;
• Based on color science;
• Based on Structural Mechanics;
• Based on various logo-related implementation standards (such as: GB T1000 1.1-2000 National Standard Graphical Symbols for Public Information Signs)
“People-oriented” design principles
“People-oriented” is the basic principle of modern design thinking, the center of which is humanism. Humanism is a system of thought in which the central point is the value and ability of human beings. It is concerned about and concerned about individual interests, needs and welfare.
Overall space planning and design principles
The real estate residential community guidance signage system project is first of all a systematic planning work of spatial sequence and process. The understanding of space processes and space planning theory determines the design level of the system. The overall design from the perspective of space can first ensure the scientific and functional realization of the system.
Space brand design theory
The real estate project residential community directional signage system project is followed by the design and development of a space brand. Injecting graphic graphic brand development theory into regional space is also called environmental graphic design and architectural jewelry (space environment art design) abroad. The development of spatial brand design concepts extends and enhances the extension and connotation of traditional graphic brand design.
Manufacturing standards followed
During the production and manufacturing process, a standard quality system that complies with GB/T19901-ISO9001 “Quality System Design, Development, Production, Installation and Service Quality Assurance Model” is implemented.
Product List
The following is a reference list for the design and production of signage systems for regular real estate projects. Specific implementation requires customized selection based on the actual needs of each project.
Sales center sign
Large themed signage (spiritual fortress) Waterscape flower pond image nameplate Outdoor signboard Sales center nameplate display area Garden space signboard display space Information board Sales center Indoor image signage Sales center Indoor signboard Sales area nameplate (Inquiry office Negotiation office, etc.) Sales Central department nameplate, warm reminder plate, sales situation display board, sales information sign, model house sign, model house prompt plate, floor plan, information rack, model display, description, engineering material display sign, restroom sign, restroom nameplate, etc.
Traffic warning signs
Underground garage entrance sign 1, height limit 2, speed limit 3, go straight 4, no entry, no parking sign, no sound, speed limit sign, no parking sign, parking space number sign, parking lot rules sign, bicycle parking, garage guide sign, floor plan sign, Garage floor signs, garage pedestrian entrance and exit signs, garage pedestrian entrance and exit nameplates, pedestrian and vehicle safety warning signs.
Community environmental signage
LED large screen at the door, general plan of the community, road direction sign, property management office, parking lot sign, area landscape name plate, community public facilities usage instructions, community bulletin board, trash can, leisure chair, landscape stool, sponsor advertising light box, safety tips and warnings for facilities and equipment Signs (such as: Do not splash in water, Do not climb trees, Famous signs, Grass signs, Do not park, Be careful on slippery surfaces, Cleaning during maintenance work, Machine room equipment signs, Care for flowers and grass, Signs, Beware of slippery roads, sign).
Building signage
Building number plate Floor number plate Unit number plate Entrance door plate Elevator instructions and light box Mail box Fire hydrant Equipment (room) plate Fire evacuation plan Barrier-free access plate Floor public space guide plate Elevator number plate Unit announcement notice board
Property management logo
Property company image board Floor index board Department nameplate Notice board Suggestion box Employee position responsibility system Information rack Please do not make loud noises Umbrella stand No-smoking sign Men’s and women’s restroom Service process instruction board
System Implementation
The concepts, norms and methods of project management are introduced throughout the process. Through Party A’s participation and communication, we start from the needs and practical applications, supported by information system management software, and comprehensively consider the balance of time, cost and performance of the entire project, and manage details from Ensure the feasibility of system implementation. Overall, it helps reduce developers’ investment costs, improve product quality and promote post-management advantages, thereby achieving the goal of providing cost-effective products.
System organization
The organization and implementation of an excellent signage system are inseparable from the customer’s awareness and active cooperation. The implementation of an excellent signage system requires the coordination and coordination of customers, architectural design, garden design, interior design, marketing planning, signage system design and manufacturing, project construction implementation, etc. The project entry point of the signage system is the most It is best to intervene after the construction, gardening, and decoration design plans are completed and before construction. At this stage, the post-construction installation, pre-embedding, and interface with other related majors of the sign can be arranged in advance. If the sign system waits until the project construction is close, If you intervene at the end, there will be hidden dangers in the installation and pre-embedding of the sign system, and you may even need to destroy the previous construction results of other related professions to complete the implementation of the sign system. This arrangement creates unnecessary waste. .
Complete system implementation process
• Design part
• Establish a project team to conduct in-depth analysis of project data;
• Signage system planning, layout and design;
• Design of various logo styling schemes for the logo system;
• Design of manufacturing drawings for various signs of the signage system;
• Design of installation drawings for various signs in the signage system;
• Manufacturing and processing section
• Carry out analysis, organization and arrangement of corresponding processing procedures based on confirmed drawings;
• Preparing materials for various logo manufacturing;
• Confirm the time of each processing process, and make overall arrangements for manufacturing and QC;
• Package the finished products and store them in the warehouse, and organize the installation personnel to familiarize themselves with the goods and installation points;
• The installation personnel will verify and confirm the construction conditions of the construction site identification system on site, and those who meet the installation conditions will be arranged to be shipped from the warehouse to the site;
• The installation personnel go to the site to carry out the installation;
• After the installation is completed, the customer will be notified for acceptance. After the project is certified, the designer will provide as-built drawings. If there are any problems, the relevant departments will promptly propose solutions and make adjustments accordingly;
• After the project is completed and put into use, design, manufacturing and other related representatives need to make at least one service return visit.
The project is completed.
