Garrett Corcoran shows us how design can be a bridge between the past and the future. Taking on the challenge of extending wayfinding to digital screens for the Washington Metro, Garrett shares what it’s like working with historical design legacies and figuring out how to make screens feel as natural as those mid-century hexagon tiles.
- Digital Wayfinding Evolution: The project aimed to modernize the wayfinding system for Washington Metro by incorporating real-time digital information that complements existing static signage.
- Order’s Design Philosophy: Garrett Corcoran’s firm, Order, focuses on creating cohesive design systems rooted in identity, extending across mediums like branding, editorial, motion, and wayfinding.
- Metro’s Historical Legacy: The project respected and built upon the iconic design elements of Washington Metro, including the architecture by Harry Weese and the graphic design system by Massimo Vignelli.
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Recipes for Wayfinding in the Washington Metro, with Garrett Corcoran
Garrett Corcoran shows us how design can be a bridge between the past and the future. Taking on the challenge of extending wayfinding to digital screens for the Washington Metro, Garrett shares what it’s like working with historical design legacies and figuring out how to make screens feel as natural as those mid-century hexagon tiles.
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