Trinity Hall
Trinity Hall was founded by Bishop Bateman of Norwich in 1350, making it the fifth oldest surviving college of the University of Cambridge.
Trinity Hall consists of 3 sites: Central Site, Bishop Bateman Court and Wychfield. Altogether, Trinity Hall with its gardens, its architecture and its riverside site, is one of the most attractive colleges in Cambridge.
In 2006 the College embarked on an ambitious building project at their Wychfield site.
Arts and crafts
Designed by RH Partners and built by AMEC, the new site transformed the old ‘Wych Elm field’ into a prestigious set of contemporary buildings paying homage to the strong arts and crafts style Lutyens and Voysey buildings in the immediate area.
Wayfinding Consultants were appointed by Davis Langdon LLP and Trinity Hall to develop a scheme to label and direct students, visiting lecturers and conference guests to and within the new buildings, around the fantastic gardens, and between the 3 main sites which make up Trinity Hall.
Defining the problems
Many members of various College committtees, Porters, Bursar, Master and student bodies were consulted, resulting in the development of a traditional and elegant scheme of maps and signs, underpinned by a comprehensive court naming and stair/room numbering strategy.
Local stone carver Lida Kindersley was commissioned to produce waymarkers and a journey was devised of 2006 metres between Central and Wychfield sites to commemorate Wychfield’s opening in 2006.
The gardens
One of the most important aspects of Trinity Hall are it’s gardens, and considerate monoliths were designed with clear maps orientated to the viewer, providing information on where you can (and can’t) go.
Throughout the year visitors and members of the public can explore the site using these wayfinding aids.
The College were extremely pleased with the scheme and continue to work with us on new projects and commissions.
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