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Fremantle Prison :: Main Complex

Our second major project for Fremantle Prison was recently completed. This project follows the completion of the Visitor Centre Interpretive Signage Project where we developed an integrated wayfinding and interpretive graphics strategy for the entire prison.

The primary purpose of this project was to replace existing signage that is out-of-date in terms of its design and content, and which we felt impacted negatively on the visual aesthetics of the main courtyard area.

The guiding principle of our signage strategy was to ensure new signage would have minimal impact on the physical as well as spatial fabric of the site, but remain clearly identifiable to visitors and where possible have signage serve more than one purpose.

All of our primary signage vehicles subscribe to these principles; both the Terrace Signage and Courtyard Signage provide wayfinding and orientation for visitors and include an interpretive component detailing the original use and provenance of specific buildings. These signs facilitate the movement of visitors throughout the prison and enhance their experience by providing an added layer of interpretive and historical information they would otherwise not receive.

We also produced a range of glass interpretative panels that were installed throughout the main courtyard and café. These panels detailed the various uses of the entry complex, preservation and conservation efforts at the prison and general convict history.