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Large graphics for Barclays Capital

Barclays Capital commissioned us to design large graphic panels as part of an innovative wayfinding system. The building in question, a work area recovery centre in north London, has an exceptionally large open plan main office space containing nearly one thousand separate work stations, arranged in long rows.

To make the space easier to navigate we have subdivided it into three colour coded zones and implemented a novel system of overhead row and desk numbering, utilising the structures of the air conditioning system.

Within the floor area two very large, free-standing structures have been given a bright and colourful all-over graphic treatment using a digital printing process. Vending areas, breakout areas and spaces for office facilities have been finished in bold colour with large-scale vinyl graphics applied directly to the wall surfaces.

To complete the scheme we have designed a series of three-metre wide, digitally printed canvas murals, coded to the colour zones and depicting photographic assemblages of natural textural elements - clouds, water, rock, plants etc. - ideal for brightening up a space which has no external views or natural daylight.