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CAMPUS MASTER PLAN UPDATE Wayf inding and Signage DISCLAIMER: 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. 01 September 2016

AGENDA Design & Location Criteria Key Destination Nomenclature Sample Trips Schematic Design Concepts Next Steps DISCLAIMER: 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 DISCLAIMER: 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.

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 sign 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 criteria: Vehicular Directional Signs 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

criteria: 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: 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

criteria: 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 Considerations To an individual with mobility needs, this is the best condition. Wide open spaces flat and level.

criteria: Mobility Considerations To an individual with visual needs, this is the worst condition. Wide open spaces no memory cues, no reference points.

KEY DESTINATION NOMENCLATURE DISCLAIMER: 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.

content: 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) 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 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

content: Nomenclature Discussion Pedestrian Directional Signage Visitor Parking Garages / Lots Expanded Key Destinations Abbreviations as required (sign size limitations)

content: Nomenclature Discussion Pedestrian Directional Signage Visitor Parking Garages / Lots Expanded Key Destinations Abbreviations as required (sign size limitations) 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 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

content: Nomenclature Discussion Pedestrian Map Kiosk Includes Map Artwork Expanded Key Destinations Full Building Names

content: Nomenclature Discussion Building Identification Signage Full Building Names Building Abbreviation Accessible Route Optional Address Building # Internal Key Destinations

SAMPLE TRIPS DISCLAIMER: 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.

trips: Sample Trip #1 Evans Library

trips: Sample Trip #1 Evans Library Visitor Parking P5 Evans Library

trips: Sample Trip #2 West Campus Library

trips: Sample Trip #2 West Campus Library West Campus Library Visitor Parking P2

SCHEMATIC DESIGN CONCEPTS DISCLAIMER: 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.

concepts: Focus Group Survey Results Please select the DESIGN STYLE you feel best visually represents Texas A&M University. Contemporary Modern Hybrid Traditional Contemporary 17% Modern 3% Hybrid 35% Traditional 45%

concepts: Focus Group Survey Results Please select the PHYSICAL FORM you feel best visually represents Texas A&M University. Multidimensional Double Pole Single Pole Monolithic/Vertical Multidimensional 19% Double Pole 41% Single Pole 6% Monolithic/Vertical 34%

concepts: Focus Group Survey Results 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) San Serif (with lowercase) 62% Serif (with lowercase) 13% San Serif (All CAPS) 16% Serif (ALL CAPS) 9% 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

concepts: TAMU Color Palette

concepts: Hierarchy Schematic Design Sign Types Primary Vehicular Directional Parking Lot Identity Pedestrian Directional Pedestrian Building Identity

DISCLAIMER: 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.

concepts: Scenario 01

concepts: Scenario 01 Alternate Color

concepts: Scenario 02

concepts: Scenario 02 Alternate Edge Detail

concepts: Scenario 02 Alternate Color

concepts: Scenario 03

concepts: Scenario 04

concepts: Scenario 04 Alternate Detail

concepts: Scenario Comparison SCHEME 1 SCHEME 2 SCHEME 3 SCHEME 1 alt. SCHEME 2 alt. SCHEME 4

NEXT STEPS DISCLAIMER: 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.

next: Schedule Upcoming Milestones: 07 Oct: 1 st Draft of Master Plan Update 13 Oct: Campus Open Houses 14 Oct: Joint Focus Group Session 31 Oct: 2 nd 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

Thank You! DISCLAIMER: 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. 01 September 2016