Branding, Wayfinding & signage

Buenos Aires Subte

2021

This speculative redesign reimagines the Buenos Aires subway map and signage with a focus on simplicity and accessibility, ensuring a seamless and intuitive experience for commuters.

The goal is to enhance the experience for the primary audience: tourists navigating unfamiliar terrain, and international visitors who may be less familiar with the native language. To bridge language barriers, the design incorporates English phonetic translations alongside Spanish names,  empowering travelers to navigate the city with ease and confidence.

The redesigned Subte map

Deep Dive into the Existing System

The process began with research of the environment, delving into the intricacies of the existing system and understanding the diverse tapestry of commuters and their experiences.

Initial research of existing system

Reimagining the Logo

Drawing inspiration from Subte’s underground system and the city’s unique diagonal street grid, 
the new logo is infused with a sense of movement

Subte redesigned logo
Logo redesign process

The geometric design incorporates 45-degree angles, high-contrast colors, modern sans-serif typography, and silhouetted landmark icons to enhance clarity and create a unique visual identity for the brand

New visual identity design system and brand guideline

The Map

These design elements aim to simplify navigation and imbue the map with a sense of identity intertwined with the city, transforming the subway experience into a journey of discovery and exploration

The redesigned map

Going Beyond the Map

I expanded the map's design into a robust branding, wayfinding and signage system, connecting across all touchpoints and unifying the wayfinding experience into a seamless and immersive journey.

Redesigned wayfinding and signage
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