Life Sciences Center Signage

BNIM provided environmental graphics services to the Life Sciences Center at the University of Missouri–Columbia. The wayfinding and identification graphics employ a DNA fingerprint motif, as well as a design vocabulary drawn from research tools, such as Petri dishes and test tubes, for the Café and Donor Walls.

Identity

Beyond a mission statement, it is a challenge to distill the essence of any organization into printed materials that convey the philosophy. Our collaborative approach to developing a corporate identity works to translate the spirit of our client’s work into a fully implemented identity system that integrates the culture and personality of the organization. We ensure that the printed representation of your business conveys the desired message.

Print

A powerful printed message is comprised of layers. Images, words and the texture of papers combine to communicate an idea and its spirit. Whether it be fundraising packages, promotional materials, presskits, or brochures—our proximity to and involvement with the architectural team establishes a timely interaction to achieve your goals in print.

Green Graphic Design

It is our underlying goal to make smart choices that guard our natural resources. Sustainable strategies in our graphic design such as printing on 100% recycled paper, using acid free printing systems, soy-based inks, specifying energy efficient fluorescents in lighted signage and recycling are representative of our commitment to the environment. These simple choices are cost effective and quality alternatives that can make a statement without saying a word.

School of Nursing Dedication Book

To celebrate the ribbon cutting ceremony for the School of Nursing and Student Community Center at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, the graphics studio created a sketchbook illustrating the journey of the project from concept to construction.

Folly Theater Restroom Signage

Using images of the Folly’s early entertainers and the words “Fellas” and “Ladies” not only serves to identify the restrooms but imparts some history to the lobby.

The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art Signage and Wayfinding

The graphics studio is providing wayfinding and signage solutions for the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art. The signage addresses both the existing building and the new expansion and services include directional and destination signage as well as branding for the Museums shop, cafés and sub-organizations, such as the Ford Learning Center.

Implement

Logo design for City of Seattle Website for Sustainable Building.

2003 American Graphic Design Award

Donor Wall – Missouri Department of Conservation Discovery Center

This graphic was designed to serve as both a donor recognition wall and entry graphic. The design motif is inspired by indigenous prairie species found in Missouri. The organization of names seems organic however is purposeful in highlighting major donors in larger type size. The flexible design allows for future additions.

Los Angeles County Natural History Museum

When approaching design and content of this proposal, all team members were keenly aware of the alignment of the Museum’s values with our own. This simple theme said so much about the synchronization of our process and approach with that of the Los Angeles County Natural History Museum, that it was adopted graphically to capture the essence of the proposal and attract the eye of the audience.

2003 American Graphic Design Award
Best of Brochure 8 Rockport Publishing

Long Dock at Beacon

Native grasses found on the site in Beacon, New York enhance the cover of this proposal. They tie it back to the spirit of the place while recalling that there must be a sensitive approach in preserving the native habitat present on the site.

Best of Brochure 8, Rockport Publishing

Board of Public Utilities Graphics Wall

The design team was challenged to integrate the organization identity into the architecture of the building. The solution was a large graphics wall that measures 10' by 40' and flanks the entrance of the utility headquarters. The nature of the translucent channel glass wall required a typographic solution that was bold and legible. The solution serves as a visual icon acknowledging the utility company’s role in dispersing water and electricity. The illuminated box that is suspended between the channel glass and an interior wall was designed for easy maintenance, and is also protected from vandalism behind the glass buffer.

2003 Monsters of Design Award (SEGD, YAF, IDSA)
2003 American Graphic Design Award