Project Overview

The document relates to the signage and wayfinding system design and implementation for the Sign4all project at the Médiathèque de Rochefort, managed by the maîtrise d'œuvre and atelier ‘N, with realization by Marcal.

Main Components and Terminology

• Glasskit and V Lit Kits: Various kit references such as glasskit 110V, 115V, and V Lit 150V indicate modular signage components or lighting kits used in the signage system.
• Sign Types: Multiple sign types are referenced, including area identification, special door plates, technical room plates, personal door plates, and general directories for entrances, elevators, and stairs.
• Circulation and Accessibility Features: The system includes podo-tactile circulation flow indicators designed for visually impaired users, band of awakening vigilance (alert bands), and full access signage to ensure inclusivity.

Signage Functions and Categories

• Identification: Signs for zones, sections, and services to facilitate navigation.
• Directional Indicators: Directional beacons or balises to guide users through the facility.
• Information Displays: Display windows and stands for presenting information.
• Indexes and Directories: General and local indexes for entrances, elevators, and stairs to assist orientation.

Languages and Accessibility

The signage system is multilingual, with French, Spanish, and English terms provided for key elements, emphasizing accessibility and user-friendliness for diverse populations.

Contact and Location

The programming and design of the interior signage are managed by Marcal, located at 22 quai Perrache, 69002 Lyon, France, with contact details provided for further inquiries.

Critical Information and Best Practices

• Use of tactile and visual elements to support users with disabilities.
• Clear categorization of signage types to cover all functional needs: identification, direction, information, and accessibility.
• Multilingual approach to enhance comprehension and inclusivity.
• Modular kit components (glasskit, V Lit) allow for flexible and standardized installation.