Graphic Signs delivered a comprehensive internal branding and wayfinding solution for the new Interdisciplinary Biomedical Research Building (IBRB) at the University of Warwick. Designed to complement the building’s modern timber and concrete architecture, the signage scheme enhances navigation, promotes inclusivity, and reinforces the University’s commitment to research excellence within this state-of-the-art facility.
The Interdisciplinary Biomedical Research Building (IBRB) is a £54m, 7,000 sqm research and teaching facility located on the Gibbet Hill campus at the University of Warwick. The building brings together researchers from the School of Life Sciences and Warwick Medical School, providing cutting-edge laboratories, teaching spaces, offices, and collaborative environments.
Graphic Signs was appointed to design, manufacture, and install a comprehensive internal signage and branding scheme for the new IBRB. Working alongside main contractor Willmott Dixon and the IBRB project management team, we developed a cohesive signage strategy that aligned with the building’s architectural vision and operational requirements.
The scheme needed to support students, staff, researchers, and visitors navigating a complex mix of laboratories, lecture theatres, offices, and social spaces within a large, multi-floor environment.
The building was a blank canvas so we were tasked to develop a cohesive internal branding and colour scheme that would go along with the building architecture.
Accessibility was a key factor in the development of the plans and design of all signage.
Graphic Signs was able to manufacture robust signage suitable for heavy daily use for the project.
The team installed the signage with precision to ensure brand consistency throughout alongside the new building atmosphere.
We've returned to the project to add further external signage and update other detailed work internally.
The completed signage scheme enhances user confidence, reduces navigational uncertainty, and allows students and researchers to focus on innovation and discovery rather than wayfinding challenges. High-durability materials implemented throughout, ensuring long-term performance in high-traffic areas.
Delivering successful wayfinding within a complex biomedical research environment requires more than clear directional signs, it demands strategic placement, inclusive design thinking, and materials engineered for longevity. By combining premium finishes with accessibility-first principles, Graphic Signs created a signage solution that not only complements a state-of-the-art academic building but actively improves the daily experience of everyone who uses it.
