Perth College.
Identity, wayfinding and statutory signage.
Grainger Studio was commissioned by Perth College (Anglican school for girls) in collaboration with Parry & Rosenthal Architects to design the identity, wayfinding, and statutory signage for the new learning centre, Excelsior House. The primary function of Excelsior House is to develop leadership skills among students as they prepare for life beyond Perth College.
Grainger worked closely with Parry & Rosenthal throughout the design process to ensure that all signage complemented the building’s interior and exterior architecture.
A pattern utilising four symbols, drawn from the school’s crest, was developed to identify the four named areas within Excelsior House. Each symbol—highlighted with specialty reflective film that changes colour with varying view points—represents a specific area. The pattern was applied to relevant interior glazed areas and used for safety decals in the common areas.
The same reflective film was used for the portico entry crest, as it reflected the colours of the architecture and the school’s brand.
A design system was developed for the statutory signage which fulfilled the requirements of the building code and also coexisted visually with features of the interior architecture.
A commemorative statement was embedded into the entry forecourt using the terracotta facade tiles to create a message that will be forever etched into the fabric of the building.
