SIGNS, SYMBOLS,

& CULTURAL BASIS OF DESIGN

Members:

Franklin MASANGCAY
Elvis JAMERO
Zel Karen LIBAGO
Kenneth ABORIDO
John Ram DAAN
John Raynnald CASTILLO

SIGNS

 A sign is an object, quality, event,

or entity whose presence or occurrence
indicates the probable presence or
occurrence of something else

SHAPES OF SIGNS
BLM(Bureau of Land and Management)
Sign Shapes

Traffic Control Sign Shapes

BLM(Bureau of Land and

Management) Sign Shapes
1. The INVERTED TRUNCATED TRIANGLE is the
standard shape for all identification Signs and
Guide Signs.

INVERTED TRUNCATED TRIANGLE

 The RECTANGLE with a longer dimension

vertical, is used for most REGULATORY SIGNS
and some WARNING and SAFETY SIGNS.

RECTANGLE

 The RECTANGLE, with the longer dimension

horizontal, is used for most informational
signs.

Traffic Control Sign Shapes

 The DIAMOND is used for most

warning signs.

 The RECTANGLE, with the longer dimension

vertical, is used for most regulatory signs and
some warning signs.

 The PENTAGON, with its point up, is used only

for SCHOOL and SCHOOL CROSSING signs.

 The PENNANT, with the longer dimension

horizontal, is used only for NO PASSING ZONE
warning signs.

 The OCTAGON is used only for STOP

signs.

 The EQUILATERAL TRIANGLE, with the point

down, is used only for YIELD signs.

 The ROUND shape is used for Railroad

Advance Warning signs and for Civil Defense
Evacuation Route markers.

 Specific colors have been standardized by the Federal Highway

Administration
for certain traffic control purposes. These colors should not be used
on other signs along
roadways or close to traffic control signs, where they could cause
viewer confusion
between the non-traffic control signs and the traffic control signs.
The principal colors
and their uses are:
RED - Stop or prohibition
BLACK - Regulation
WHITE - Regulation
ORANGE - Construction and maintenance warning
YELLOW - General warnings
BROWN - Recreational and cultural interest guidance
GREEN - Indicated movements permitted, direction guidance
BLUE - Motorist services

SYMBOLS

 The Meaning of symbol in Architecture

symbol an object that represents, stands for,
or suggests an idea, belief, action, or material
entity. Symbols take the form of words,
sounds, gestures, or visual images and are
used to convey ideas and beliefs
Here are the some example of architectural
symbols

Cultural Basis of Design

CHINESE
You may find much Chinese ancient
architecture, is often composed of small yards.
Instead of pursuing the over-dimensioned
architecture such as western cathedrals,
Chinese ancient people designed housings fit
human dimensions so that they may feel
intimate and safe, and this idea reflects the
practical thinking in Chinese culture.

 Chinese people practice moderation in all things

and they don't lay emphasis on strong selfexpression but seek modesty and gentleness. The
influence of this spirit on architecture is
characterized by pursuing sense and connotation.
Usually, the front of Chinese architecture is
simply plain walls that cannot catch your eyes,
but when you patiently walk inside, you will find
the best feature is waiting in the farthest inside
like a shy girl slowly uncovers her veil.

 Two typical types of Chinese ancient

architecture represent the profound influence
of Chinese culture are Fengshui and Memorial
arch.

 Fengshui : traditional theory especially directs

the process of architectural construction on
the basis of the culture of the Book of Change.
Its emphasis is concerned with the
harmonious unity of human beings with
nature.

Paifang, or arch in english, is a wooden or stone

archway built mainly to commemorate the great
achievements or loftiness of a family's ancestors.
It is often erected in front of a tomb, temple, and
ancestral hall or along the road. Many beautiful
lucky birds or beasts, exquisite flower patterns, or
characters written by celebrities are carved on the
arch.
Paifang symbolizes Chinese culture and has a long
history. Early in the middle of the Spring and
Autumn Dynasty (770 BC-476 BC), there was an
architectural style, Hengmen, which was composed
of two pillars supporting a beam. This style is
supposed to be the precursor of Paifang. In the
past, it was a very serious and ceremonious event
to erect a Paifang.

THE END