California State University Los Angeles

Los Angeles, California

Role: Prime Consultant
Size: 375 acres

SKA has been awarded multiple contracts for campus signage projects, including:

Traffic Flow Study
Being a mostly commuter campus with heavy vehicular traffic, the University approached SKA to examine circulation in tandem with other ongoing improvement projects. SKA first analyzed the performance of existing signage in relation to circulation patterns (in particular to ADA routes of egress), functionality and design. SKA then prepared a report encapsulating circulations issues and recommended remediation. SKA was next approved to program and design the necessary enhancements. This effort introduced new identification and directional signs, as well as you-are-here directory maps and kiosks.

The solution introduced black panels with contrasting copy and golden accents that create crisp visibility and legibility. A super-sized logo brightens the backs of single-sided signs to reinforce the sense of place.

Golden Eagle Stadium
SKA prepared project identification signage for this on-campus sports arena. Under the guidelines of the master signage program, SKA placed dimensional letters upon the apex of the grandstands to make a dramatic statement against the skyline.