VA Wichita - Sign Standards.pdf

This document is a design standards guide for the VA Wichita Sign System at Robert J. Dole VA Medical Center. It establishes comprehensive signage specifications for the facility's wayfinding, identification, and safety communications.

The standards encompass multiple sign types and mounting configurations. Wall-mounted component-based signs use 75% recycled anodized aluminum frames with spring-loaded variable depth media, designed to mechanically fasten to walls while minimizing damage. Standard colors include CSS #1040 (white), CSS #1102 (blue), CSS Fire Red #1003, CSS Dark Grey #1189, CSS Light Blue #1078, and ADA-compliant finishes. Fonts specified are Helvetica LT Standard for directional signage and Helvetica LT Std Condensed Bold for overhead/projecting signs, with ADA signage using Helvetica LT Std. Finishes include Wilsonart Silver Alchemy (4860), Satin Aluminum, and "Ting Ting" graphical patterns. Specific sign designs include room identification (ADA room numbers, reception areas, conference rooms, restrooms), directional signage (stairs, waiting rooms, check-out), pocket signs (small information/directory, medium information/directional), right-angle identification signs (9"x12"), changeable overhead signs (9"x36" to 12"x60" double-face options), flush mount overhead signs (9"x72" to 12"x72"), and architectural metal letters. Life safety signage includes fire safety RACE signs, regulatory signs (radiation, biohazard, oxidizing gases, medical gases), emergency exit designations, fire extinguisher and AED locations, crash cart identification, elevator warning signage, MRI zone designations (Zones I-IV), and evacuation plans. All signage incorporates ADA compliance requirements, including Braille, raised tactile text, and minimum mounting heights of 84" A.F.F. to sign bottom, with proper contrast and font specifications throughout.