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Creating a premium wayfinding experience for Harrods

Creating a premium wayfinding experience for Harrods

Our Wayfinding Design Director, Alison Richings, gives an insight into the challenge of working on a wayfinding system for an iconic brand – Harrods.

Twentytwo Bishopsgate: Wayfinding meets WELL standards

Twentytwo Bishopsgate: Wayfinding meets WELL standards

Twentytwo Bishopsgate will be one of the most progressive buildings in London and the UK’s first WELL certified building. But what role is wayfinding playing in making this happen?

People Vs. Property: Who rules the office?

People Vs. Property: Who rules the office?

Office design used to be dictated by available space. But as companies prioritise employee needs, things are changing.

Project Endpoint: Building a more creative workplace

Project Endpoint: Building a more creative workplace

New Year, new space? After ten years on Tower Bridge Road, we felt it was time to revamp Endpoint’s creative workplace, so we spoke to our friends at Pentagram, Wolff Olins and Make Architects to get some fresh ideas.

Hayward Gallery re-opens its doors to art-lovers

Hayward Gallery re-opens its doors to art-lovers

We celebrate with the Hayward Gallery as they re-open their doors after a two-year closure.

Retail Statistics: The Latest

Retail Statistics: The Latest

We look at the numbers behind the seasonal retail headlines to understand shoppers trends and to see if retailers are meeting their needs online and offline

‘Brooching’ The Subject of Christmas…

‘Brooching’ The Subject of Christmas…

Ready for Christmas? Neither are we. But we recently took a little time out to get the whole Endpoint team in the festive mood – the only way we knew how...

Rethinking Retail: Wayfinding in the Digital Age

Rethinking Retail: Wayfinding in the Digital Age

News that iPhone users can now use an indoor mapping tool might appeal to some shoppers, but will it have a lasting impact on the way we navigate retail?

A weekend of creativity amidst the skyscrapers at the Archikids Festival

A weekend of creativity amidst the skyscrapers at the Archikids Festival

Endpoint creative activity at the Archikids Festival allowed kids to craft their favourite London roads, stations and landmarks, raising the City of London from a 2D map to the skies.

Endpoint appointed for wayfinding masterplan at London’s Royal Albert Docks

Endpoint appointed for wayfinding masterplan at London’s Royal Albert Docks

Chinese developer ABP has appointed Endpoint to design and develop a wayfinding masterplan for their Royal Albert Dock project, London’s third financial and business district.

Endpoint sings with excitement over new wayfinding strategy appointment

Endpoint sings with excitement over new wayfinding strategy appointment

We are delighted to announce that the Royal Opera House has appointed Endpoint to improve circulation and wayfinding at their iconic Covent Garden location.

Doors open at John Lewis Leeds store

Doors open at John Lewis Leeds store

Endpoint wayfinding design is featured in the latest John Lewis department store opening.

Endpoint recruits another talented placement student

Endpoint recruits another talented placement student

Adam Kennett, the latest cohort of Endpoint’s Student Placement Programme gets stuck into developing a flexible signage family for a global client, who is launching their brand identity in 2017.

Top 10 wayfinding tips for property developers

Top 10 wayfinding tips for property developers

Here are 10 wayfinding tips which if followed can help any property developer get the most from their development.

Endpoint’s wayfinding team wins two awards at the 2016 Transform Europe

Endpoint’s wayfinding team wins two awards at the 2016 Transform Europe

Our award-winning wayfinding team have added two more trophies to the cabinet with their work for clients Ballymore Group and Oxford Properties being recognised at the 2016 Transform Europe Awards.

Endpoint succeeds in adding ‘Wayfinding’ to the Oxford English Dictionary

Endpoint succeeds in adding ‘Wayfinding’ to the Oxford English Dictionary

After way too much time seeing wayfinding tragically misspelt or hyphenated, we campaigned to get it added to the Oxford English Dictionary.

Endpoint shortlisted for two Transform 2016 Europe Awards

Endpoint shortlisted for two Transform 2016 Europe Awards

Our wayfinding work on Embassy Gardens with Ballymore Group and Green Park with Oxford Properties has been recognised at this year’s 2016 Transform Europe Awards.

Endpoint wins wayfinding for two hospitals for Mediclinic, Dubai

Endpoint wins wayfinding for two hospitals for Mediclinic, Dubai

Endpoint wins wayfinding consultancy for two new Mediclinic hospitals in Dubai: City Hospital and City Hospital – North Wing.

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15/10/2024 10:21

Three years ago, Endpoint completed a significant wayfinding and signage project at the historic Theatre Royal Drury Lane (@lwtheatres), just in time for Disney's Frozen to light up the stage. Now, as that magical run recently concluded, we reflect on our contribution to this grand restoration.Our team navigated unique challenges in blending 21st-century functionality with 18th-century aesthetics. By carefully recreating historic typography using modern techniques, we ensured the signage seamlessly integrated with the theatre's Georgian architecture, while guiding guests through the venue's newly added amenities.From the King’s side to the Prince’s side, every detail was thoughtfully designed to honour the theatre’s rich legacy while serving its contemporary needs. We're proud to have played a part in revitalising this iconic West End landmark, enhancing the visitor experience for the past three unforgettable years.Check out the link in our bio to explore the incredible £60 million restoration project! Watch our case study video on YouTube, where Dan Watkins dives into the details, or visit our website to learn more.📸 1 - 7 @marcusginns
📸 8 - LW Theatres
📸 9 - Michael Bowles Photography

30/09/2024 17:50

We’re excited to share that our University of East London (UEL) project has received an Honour Award in the Placemaking category at the 2024 SEGD Global Design Awards! 🎉A heartfelt thank you to our amazing team, partners, and UEL for their dedication in making this project a success. This recognition showcases the power of collaboration and thoughtful design in transforming spaces.Special thanks to our incredible collaborators:Client: @universityofeastlondon
Architects: Altitude Design
Art Consultants: @artacumen
Sustainability Consultants: KLH Sustainability
Lighting Consultants: Lumineer Studio
Landscaping Consultants: @outerspace_urban_design
Exhibition Consultants: @outside_studios_
Signage Fabricator: @douglassignsukClick the link in our bio to read the full story!

20/09/2024 12:58

Celebrating six years of transformation at the Royal Opera House!Saturday 21st September marks six years since the Royal Opera House unveiled its ambitious "Open Up" project, designed to make this iconic cultural landmark more accessible, welcoming, and inclusive. Endpoint was proud to be part of this remarkable journey, working alongside @stanton_williams and the ROH Audience Experience Team to enhance the wayfinding experience across the venue.Our mission was clear: to help visitors navigate the space with ease and improve the overall visitor experience. By introducing our seamless, user-centred wayfinding system, we achieved:- Reduced foyer congestion and shorter "street to seat" journey times (under 3 minutes!).
- Fewer "lock-outs" due to late arrivals, thanks to our innovative ticketing and signage design.
- A more intuitive experience for all, including international visitors and first-time guests.Want to learn more about our work on this project? Click on the link in our bio.#weareendpoint #wayfinding #wayfindingconsultant #design #royaloperahouse #openup #accessibility #culturallandmarks #architecture #userexperience📸 1 - Royal Ballet dancers Olivia Cowley and Joseph Sissens in the Linbury foyer of the Royal Opera House, photo by @lukehayesphotography / ROH.
📸 2 - 4 & 8 - @huftonandcrow
📸 5 - 7 - Endpoint Photography

02/08/2024 15:41

At Endpoint, we're excited to be utilising Virtual Reality (VR) on some of our wayfinding projects to create immersive 3D environments that mirror real-world spaces. This isn't just great for collaboration; it also lets us, our clients, and architects view the project from the end-user's perspective. By experiencing our wayfinding and signage in VR, we can identify potential challenges and address them before implementing the design—something that's often tough to achieve with traditional methods.Watch this space for upcoming videos and photos of our innovative work!

05/07/2024 16:58

We recently visited a supplier to explore their sublimation capabilities. Here are some samples of their work.We enjoy visiting suppliers, as it allows us to learn about their latest innovations, review samples of their work, and observe their processes.This firsthand experience enables us to provide informed recommendations to our clients regarding the best materials for their projects.