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An illuminating transformation for a bleak city underpass

The unveiling of the Delaware River Waterfront Corporation’s much anticipated Spring Garden Street Connector wowed the crowd at the recent unveiling with Cloud Gehshan’s wisteria-inspired perforated portal structures and suspended light screens and dramatic, animated lighting effects by The Lighting Practice. The new environmental enhancements are part of a larger streetscape improvement plan led by […]

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Freshmen get acorns; graduates get saplings

Elon University’s wonderful traditions continue in the midst of its ambitious growth. As a complement to a new master plan, CGA is developing an integrated wayfinding and signage plan for the North Carolina campus. Interior and exterior signage as well as a digital media-messaging plan are included. The sign system will also reinforce Elon’s brand […]

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New architectural gateway for Penn residential community

Placed at the perimeter of the University of Pennsylvania’s urban campus, CGA’s gateway sign both announces Penn and identifies the New College House. Designed by Bohlin Cywinski Jackson, this block-long building and sweeping green space encourage connections among undergraduates, faculty, staff, graduates and the community beyond. The gateway sign is crafted with water-jet cut aluminum; its nighttime glow also […]

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Exploring the history of aviation and space flight

Approximately 7 million visitors experience the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum each year. However, along with the thrill of amazing artifacts and engaging exhibits, comes the challenge of orientation and wayfinding. As part of a complete architectural renovation, CGA will be developing environmental graphics and signage to help visitors navigate and enjoy the galleries, […]

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UMBC gateway fabricator wins Craftsmanship Award

Congratulations to Chris Gellien of Urban Sign Inc. who won the BCE 2016 Craftsmanship Award for the lighting systems used at UMBC’s gateway monument. CGA, with Urban Sign Company and Stantec, developed the new formal gateway to create a more distinctive and dramatic point of entry for the UMBC campus. This new addition, combined with identification, […]

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Signage master plan underway for Bryn Mawr Hospital

Main Line Health has selected CGA to develop a signage and wayfinding master  plan for its 4-hospital system. New signage will be implemented first for Bryn Mawr Hospital’s new 5-story patient pavilion, now under construction.  The patient-focused signage will build on the hospital’s long-standing tradition of providing exceptional, leading-edge health care. The gateways and wayfinding […]

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APA names Philadelphia’s Fairmount Park one of America’s Great Places for 2016

Congratulations to our longtime client, Philadelphia’s Fairmount Park, which has just been named one of America’s Great Places! The honorees were selected by the American Planning Association from scores of nominations. Fairmount Park is 1 of only 5 in the “Great Public Spaces” category to receive the accolade. The APA cites the Park’s exceptional amenities such as […]

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New signage highlights Addiriyah’s cultural value

Installation has recently begun for the branding and directional sign system designed to unite Historic Addiriyah’s 5 precincts and highlight their stunning cultural assets. Its Atturaif district is a Unesco World Heritage site; read more here. The signage is part of a wayfinding master plan, which is discreet enough to address historic preservation concerns, but robust […]

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Celebrating 50 years of Graphic Design at UArts

Congratulations to the UArts Graphic Design program on its 50th anniversary! The Graphic Design department commemorated its 50th year with a celebration to honor the program’s rich heritage and connections to Swiss teaching methods and philosophies. “We Are Here” was a weekend full of exhibitions, workshops and film screenings. A panel of design luminaries and […]

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New landmark for St. Louis

With its setting next to the beautiful Forest Park, the new Barnes Jewish Hospital tower is visible for miles. To design the skyline identification signage, CGA first modified the wordmark to work better for the 10’ tall letters, then specified a flexible face material to allow a seamless detail. The internal lighting is dimmable and […]

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