Detroit & Mexicantown Wayfinding

Project managed small team that concepted and designed a modular pedestrian wayfinding sign system for use throughout downtown Detroit and surrounding neighborhoods. System was expanded to nearby historic Mexicantown in Southwest Detroit, uniquely portraying the areas cultural significance through an eye catching sign header. Site survey of each intersection, individual sign locations, and a comprehensive bidding and production document produced for fabrication and installation throughout city.

Client: Downtown Detroit Partnership & SDBA
Timeframe: 2021-2024

DESIGNED WHILE EMPLOYED WITH MKSK

46 MAPS

Developed comprehensive sign package to include 474 unique directional blades across 53 intersections

474 Signs

Additional corridor and orientation maps designed to enhance user experience

Downtown Detroit Pedestrian Wayfinding Signage
Downtown Detroit Pedestrian Wayfinding Signage
Downtown Detroit Pedestrian Wayfinding Sign
Downtown Detroit Pedestrian Wayfinding Sign
Downtown Detroit Pedestrian Wayfinding Sign System
Downtown Detroit Pedestrian Wayfinding Sign System
Downtown Detroit Wayfinding Signage Details
Downtown Detroit Wayfinding Signage Details
Downtown Detroit Wayfinding Signage Production Drawings
Downtown Detroit Wayfinding Signage Production Drawings
Mexicantown Pedestrian Wayfinding Signage
Mexicantown Pedestrian Wayfinding Signage
Mexicantown Wayfinding Signage
Mexicantown Wayfinding Signage
Mexicantown Detroit Placemaking Crosswalk Pattern
Mexicantown Detroit Placemaking Crosswalk Pattern
Mexicantown Detroit Placemaking
Mexicantown Detroit Placemaking

DESIGN FOR GOOD.