ACC1801

Buffalo Heights

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Overview

Houston, Texas
688,532 ft² new construction

BRIEF

Develop wayfinding and environmental graphics for a multipurpose district located in proximity to Houston’s Buffalo Bayou Park.

SERVICES

Design and documentation, parking structure graphics, pedestrian wayfinding, concept and thematic architectural development.

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SITE ANALYSIS

  • Situated at a major intersection along the bustling Washington Avenue corridor
  • Sight lines from passing cars should be considered when designing and placing exterior signage
  • Clear parking garage programming and wayfinding are crucial to the success of the mixed-use program

Updates

01/07/20

Completed Work

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12/06/19

Installation

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11/15/19

Installation

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11/05/19

Installation

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09/10/19

Fabrication

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08/17/19

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08/12/19

Field Test

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08/01/19

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03/09/18

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