#transit design

[vignellicenter]

As promised, here are some of the preliminary sketches for the DC Metro signage designs by Massimo Vignelli from the 1960s

. This first sketch is the most curious of all as it appears to show proposed signage attached to the walls. Harry Weese, the architect of the subway, stipulated that no signs would be affixed to the walls, hence the pylon system was created. 

We've also included a few of the original photostat negatives for the standards manual for reference. 

More DC Metro designs from the archives: http://vignellicenter.tumblr.com/search/dc+metro

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority map design design process Massimo and Lella Vignelli papers Vignelli Center for Design Studies Rochester, New York

[peterdoroshenko]

[heyoctaneboy]

London Home Bar Living Room Huge classic enclosed living room plan with a bar, blue walls, a regular fireplace, a stone fireplace, and no television.

[thisiscitylab]

“If I really get off on anything as far as my work is concerned, it’s a real joy when that kind of [visual] communication works.”

Wayfinding With Lance Wyman

[Photo: Lance Wyman]

[thepatriarch-blog]

Some time ago I bought a vintage looking canvas from Pottery Barn, displaying the names of random NYC subway stops, to hang in my home.  They have subsequently discontinued selling them.  However, I just discovered someone that creates and sells bus scrolls and subway signs with a similar vintage look to them.  They look great and the selection of themes offered is greater than what Pottery Barn originally sold.  Check out Transit Design at Etsy.