understanding Wayfinding, directional identification Signs.
Wayfinding, also known as directional identification signage is a type of sign that gives direction to assist clients to find their way around. This is done without having to explain verbally or with lengthy elaborate maps. These signs eliminate the complicated explanation and provides straight forward directions to the location the client want to head to.
There are many types of wayfinding signs, example door sign that indicate the name & purpose of its usage or the office of the employee. There are door signs for meeting rooms, with slots indicating vacant or occupied. Push and pull signs are popular as this help customers understand how to open certain doors. Hall way signs can be hanging from the ceiling or mounted to the wall with arrow indications to suggest which direction the rooms or halls are.
Some office buildings have company directory sign on each level floor. These signs are usually located at nearby lifts for clients to know which room numbers the company they are looking for are located. Hence this helps clients find their destinations easily and independently.
Other signs like toilet signs, pantry signs, janitor signs, surau for male and female are also classed under identification signs.
There are different types of materials that we can use for these signage. Acrylic, aluminium and stainless steel are popular materials being fabricated to use as wayfinding signs. Depending of the theme, concept and branding design of the company, there are many creative ways to make the identification signs unique and interesting. Some prefer corporate look that is simple and straightforward. Some companies like to add colors and designs to their signs.
At Kento, we help our clients figure out what they want and help them achieve their desired unique wayfinding identifying signboards. Therefore it is important to list down the number of doors and signs you require, indicate the quantity and name of each sign. Hence our sign specialist can suggest the material types and designs to you. However if you have your own ideas and designs, our specialist will suggest to you the material types to make the signs.
