This monograph explores the field of signage and
information systems all around us which we may take
for granted. In every part of the world there are
traffic and public transport systems that keep life
in the communte running smoothly. In every
airport, bus and train station there is information
boards and maps at hand to help us on our way
efficiently. Here selected examples are used to
portray the creation and implementation of these
systems by the experts who make them. The early
history of subway and metro is recorded right through
to the present day by a host of key figures and
events, with a distinct reference to nineteenth
century tunnel engineering and twentieth century
graphic design practice. The text and content attempt
to be reader friendly to the student, enthusiast and
general reader alike with an insight into modern
society as well as a
starting guide to further reading or study.
information systems all around us which we may take
for granted. In every part of the world there are
traffic and public transport systems that keep life
in the communte running smoothly. In every
airport, bus and train station there is information
boards and maps at hand to help us on our way
efficiently. Here selected examples are used to
portray the creation and implementation of these
systems by the experts who make them. The early
history of subway and metro is recorded right through
to the present day by a host of key figures and
events, with a distinct reference to nineteenth
century tunnel engineering and twentieth century
graphic design practice. The text and content attempt
to be reader friendly to the student, enthusiast and
general reader alike with an insight into modern
society as well as a
starting guide to further reading or study.