National Rhododendron Gardens
National Rhododendron Gardens
Client, Parks Victoria
Design, manufacture and installation (2009)
A pedestrian-focused system with a consistent hierarchy for orientation, identification and interpretation. A distinctive design that complements the surrounding environment, with the rhododendron motif providing a link across signage types. With bold and creative use of timber elements, laser cut patinated metal and graphic motifs, this signage strategy was adapted and themed across four additional gardens within the region.
Colac Environmental Signage
Colac Environmental Signage
Client, Colac Otway Shire
Design, manufacture and installation (2012)
Three, free-standing road signs and three, smaller, wall-mounted signs were designed and installed to help educate and engage the travelling public on the rare and threatened species in the local region. The simple design allows the species to be the focal point, with the use of black allowing the bright colours to attract attention. This simple layout was particularly important for the road side signs, in order to allow motorists time to view all the information.
You Yangs Geoglyph
You Yangs Geoglyph
Client, Parks Victoria
Design, manufacture and installation (2006)
A series of sculptural artworks was commissioned by the City of Greater Geelong to celebrate the Commonwealth Games. One of the artworks was commissioned in conjunction with Parks Victoria for siting at the You Yangs National Park. The artwork was inspired by Aboriginal history and culture of the region and was based around the image Bunjil, wedge-tailed eagle.
Commonwealth Games Markers
Commonwealth Games Markers
Client, Melton Shire Council
Design, manufacture and installation (2006)
These vibrant signs are a celebration of the achievements of local athletes and the 2006 Commonwealth Games. Construction consists of aluminium sheets over steel frame, painted in automotive paints with mask and spray artwork.
Two Towns Trail
Two Towns Trail
Client, Baw Baw Shire Council
Design, manufacture and installation (2013)
The Trail is an eight kilometre walking and cycling path linking two West Gippsland towns, Drouin and Warragul. Two key threatened species — the Giant Gippsland Earthworm and the Burrowing Crayfish – provided inspiration for the form and content of these interpretive structures. In keeping with the already completed Two Towns Trail wayfinding signage, the same materials and graphic styles were adopted to ensure consistency.
Menzies Square Interpretive Signage
Menzies Square
Client, Hindmarsh Shire Council
Design, manufacture and installation (2016)
Six double-sided interpretive signs were developed and installed at Menzies Square in Jeparit. Signs are clustered into themed groupings that tell the life and story of the pre-eminent former Prime Minister, Sir Robert Menzies. Overall slim line structure suits limited space. Fabrication consists of duragal steel panels, raised concrete plinth, digital print graphics and feature decorative image.
Tamar River Interpretation
Tamar River
Client, NRM North
Design, manufacture and installation (2013)
The Tamar River is situated in Launceston, Tasmania. Challis Design developed a range of signage which focused on the issue of river siltation. Other topics include aboriginal, social significance, maritime history and wildlife themes.
