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Signage & Wayfinding Designer — Mixed-Use Residential Community (Dubai, UAE) We are an engineering consultancy leading the design of a large mixed-use townhouse community in Dubai (approx. 530,000 sqm), organised around a central green spine with a mosque, community centre, sports facilities, parks, and townhouse clusters. We're looking for an experienced freelancer to develop the signage and wayfinding design from concept through to fabrication-ready documentation. Scope of work Concept design: wayfinding strategy and analysis (circulation, decision points, districting), sign-type schedule, graphic conventions, and design direction options for our selection. Schematic design: developed sign family, signage location plan, sign schedule, bilingual (Arabic/English) message schedule, materials/finishes/illumination, prototypes/visualisations and indicative costs. Detailed design & specification: fabrication-level drawings (plans, sections, elevations, mounting/foundation details), full sign and message schedules, technical specifications, quantities and cost estimate for tender. (Optional) tender and construction support: shop-drawing review, sample approvals, site inspections. You must have A portfolio of built signage/wayfinding projects — please show schematic and detail drawings, not just concept renders. Experience designing to RTA (traffic/regulatory) and Dubai Civil Defence (statutory/safety) standards; UAE/GCC project experience strongly preferred. Strong Arabic + English bilingual typography and message handling. Proficiency in AutoCAD plus InDesign/Illustrator; ability to deliver editable DWG, PDF, and graphics files. Willingness to coordinate with our civil/traffic, landscape, and MEP teams, and to work under our engineering and authority sign-off. Nice to have Experience in residential / master-planned communities. Cost-estimating and tender-support experience. Please include in your proposal 2–3 relevant built projects with your specific role. A short note on your UAE authority experience (RTA / Civil Defence / Municipality). Your approach to Arabic/English bilingual design. A stage-wise quote (concept / schematic/detailed design, with any optional support) and your availability. Confirmation of software and deliverable formats. Notes Engineering, stamping and authority submissions are handled by us as the consultant of record; you focus on the wayfinding design and documentation. We will provide the approved master plan and landscape layout. Full project details shared under NDA with shortlisted candidates. Proposals without evidence of built work or UAE/authority experience are unlikely to be shortlisted. Design of Entry Experience sign at a roundabout as part of the scope.
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With over 15 years of experience, I have designed countless projects from their conception to functioning reality. I offer a unique blend of skills - graphics, branding, and user experience that can enhance the impact and effectiveness of your signage and wayfinding designs. My expertise in Adobe Illustrator and AutoCAD ensures precise and detailed conceptualisation from planning, material selection, bilingual (Arabic/English) messaging, through to final fabrication-ready documentations. Speaking of DPI concessionaires, my familiarity with Dubai Civil Defence and RTA standards will work in our favor, minimizing back-and-forths with regulatory authorities for approvals. I have successfully delivered projects in compliance with these standards while keeping sight of my client's vision. Moreover, my skill set aligns optimally with your project requirements. The logistics involved in this project necessitate a designer who can communicate effectively with various teams. I am well-versed at collaborating and coordinating with multiple stakeholders and integrating their insights into the design process smoothly.
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With extensive experience in architectural and engineering design, I am thrilled at the opportunity to work on your exclusive signage and wayfinding project for your vast Dubai community. My broad skill set includes not only AutoCAD and all popular graphics software proficiency but also a deep understanding of Arabic/English bilingual typography - a highly valuable asset for your project. Apart from being fluent in English, I have had the chance to live and work in the UAE, equipped with an intimate understanding of local regulations, specifically RTA and Dubai Civil Defence standards. Furthermore, my comprehensive 2D and 3D modeling skills serve as an advantage when it comes to producing fabrication-level drawings; This proficiency gave me the opportunity to spearhead multiple Kickstarter projects which successfully incorporated signage and wayfinding solutions into residential developments. My approach to bilingual design is meticulous. I understand that those elements must engage with diverse cultures, whilst ensuring ease-of-use for the entire community. A testament to my quality of delivery is a portfolio inclusive of completed projects that align with your proposed sign family concept, bilingual message handling, and even an Entry Experience sign at a roundabout that features prominently in your project's scope. \
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With over a decade of experience in the broad field of design, I can successfully combine clarity, creativity, and precision into my work as a signage and wayfinding designer for your mixed-use community project. My portfolio is extensive, showcasing not only concept renders but also robust schematic and detail drawings of projects I've actively contributed to. A major advantage I offer is my professional journey in the UAE/GCC region renowned for its particular regulatory standards. Throughout my career, I have consistently met and exceeded design requirements as stated by RTA/Dubai Civil Defence/Municipality authorities. You can rely on my proficiency with AutoCAD and InDesign/Illustrator. Keen attention to details and proper bilingual typography handling have been the hallmarks of my bilingual design approach.
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Hi there, I can professionally create signage and wayfinding systems for residential communities, parks, sports facilities, community centres, and public spaces. Using AutoCAD, Illustrator, and InDesign, I can deliver editable DWG, PDF, and graphic files with clear schedules, materials, mounting details, and location plans. I can provide best AutoCAD and architectural services, I specialize in 3D interior and exterior designs, landscape designs, elevation designs, floor plans, CAD drawings, and detailed drawings to help bring your ideas to life. You can view my previous work here: https://www.freelancer.com/portfolio-items/10388227-3d-interior-rendering https://www.freelancer.com/portfolio-items/8610743-3d-exterior-rendering https://www.freelancer.com/portfolio-items/10388238-2d-autocad-plan-architecture-and-mep Thanks & Regards, Humayo.
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Hello there, This is Sajjad Khan. I am an Architect with more than 6 years of experience in my field in Design and Visualization, MEP, Structural etc. I am experienced in Revit, Rhino, Twinmotion, 3ds Max, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Lumion, D5 Render and Blender as well. I have recent experience in similar projects also. It’s an interesting project and I am really excited to start working on it. Please Get in Touch with me for further discussion on the project.. Thanks Sajjad Khan
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السلام عليكم ورحمة الله وبركاته :نحن مكتب استشاري هندسي متخصص في * التصميم الداخلي والخارجي ثلاثي الأبعاد (3D Visualization) * لعرض المشاريع بشكل واقعي تفاعلي Walkthrough Videos الأنيميشن والـ * التصميم المعماري والإنشائي * إدارة وتنفيذ المشاريع * HVAC & MEP يمتلك فريقنا خبرة واسعة وشراكات قوية مع مكاتب وشركات في الخليج، مما يمكّننا من تقديم حلول مبتكرة تجمع بين الإبداع والدقة والواقعية نحن على أتم الاستعداد لمناقشة تفاصيل مشروعكم، وتزويدكم بأمثلة من مشاريعنا السابقة التي نفخر بها، والبدء بالعمل مباشرة نتطلع للتعاون مع حضرتك
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I understand this Dubai signage and wayfinding project requires a cohesive package from concept to fabrication-ready documentation. Solution: - Develop a bilingual Arabic/English wayfinding strategy with clear circulation logic, districting, and sign-type conventions. - Produce concept and schematic design: sign-family, location plan, message schedules, materials/illumination, prototypes, and indicative costs. - Deliver detailed fabrication documentation: plans, sections, elevations, mounting details, full sign and message schedules, technical specs, quantities, and tender-ready packages. - Provide optional tender support and site coordination; collaborate with civil/traffic, landscape, and MEP teams; deliver editable DWG, PDF, and graphics files. - UAE authority readiness: ensure alignment with UAE standards; I have experience coordinating with authorities. Portfolio on profile: https://www.freelancer.com/u/zarminagull189 Deliverables: - Sign-family, location plans, sign schedules, bilingual message schedules, material/finish/illumination specs, prototypes/visualisations, cost estimates, fabrication drawings, detailed specs, quantities, tender-ready docs. Budget + Timeline: - Concept: 2 weeks; Schematic: 3 weeks; Detailed: 4-6 weeks; Optional tender: as needed. Total 8-12 weeks. - Indicative costs: Concept 25-40k AED; Schematic 40-70k; Detailed 60-100k; Tender support 15-25k. Availability: Immediate. Portfolio reference: https://www.freelancer.com/u/zarminagull189
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As an experienced Signage & Wayfinding Designer with a diverse range of design proficiencies, I believe that I have the right background and skills to assist in creating exceptional wayfinding strategies for your mixed-use residential community project. I understand the importance of a well-thought-out design framework that maximizes functionality, provides clear direction, and meets regulatory standards - all of which have been an integral part of my past projects. Having executed similar projects within UAE and GCC, I am well-acquainted with RTA and Civil Defence regulations and can deliver designs attuned to these statutory requirements. I'm particularly excited about this project because it merges your acute direction with my creative ideologies. My residential design expertise coupled with bilingual typography proficiency promises to resolve your communication and multi-contextual needs effectively. By leveraging AutoCAD, InDesign, Illustrator, among others, I guarantee editable DWG, PDF files as per your requisites.
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As a passionate Graphic Designer specializing in brand identity and digital graphics, I may not be the most obvious choice for a signage project. But bear with me, because my unique perspective and eye for detail could be exactly what your mixed-use community in Dubai needs. My design ethos revolves around creating visually compelling designs that not only look good but also build memorable connections with their audience. Over the years, I've honed my skills in AutoCAD, Illustrator, and InDesign - essential to developing high-quality signage and wayfinding systems. As you know, the bilingual nature of Dubai calls for a designer who excels in both English and Arabic typography, which is another feather in my cap. Moreover, my experience working with premium clients has endowed me with proficiency in delivering to strict standards - an attribute vital to this project given your adherence to the guidelines of RTA and Dubai Civil Defence. Though I may not have direct signage/wayfinding projects in my portfolio, my work showcases a comprehensive understanding of premium branding and its effective implementation across various channels. . If you're looking for innovative solutions to make your large mixed-use residential community stand out, let's collaborate! Let's create signage and wayfinding designs that truly embody not just your project but also the cultural vibrancy that is Dubai!
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Hi there, I noticed that you need a complete signage and wayfinding package for a large mixed-use residential community, including wayfinding strategy, bilingual Arabic/English sign systems, location plans, sign schedules, fabrication-ready drawings, specifications, and tender documentation. I’ve completed fully coordinated signage, master planning, and documentation projects before with similar multidisciplinary requirements. As a skilled Architectural & CAD Designer with over 7 years of experience, I specialize in wayfinding layouts, signage documentation, graphic coordination, and fabrication-ready drawings using AutoCAD, Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, SketchUp, and 3D visualization tools. I also provide detailed sign schedules, technical specifications, quantity takeoffs, and presentation materials tailored to large-scale developments. I’m happy to share relevant plans and samples upon request. This is my portfolio link: https://www.freelancer.com/u/andrasr69 I am looking forward to work with you. Best regard. Andres
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Hello, I am confident my experience in signage and wayfinding design, combined with my skills in graphic design, Illustrator, and CAD/CAM, aligns well with your project needs. I have developed schematic and detailed drawings for signage projects, adhering to safety and traffic standards, including those of Dubai Civil Defence. I understand the importance of bilingual Arabic-English messaging and will ensure precise message handling and graphic conventions. I am skilled in AutoCAD and Illustrator, ensuring deliverables are in editable formats like DWG and PDF, ready for fabrication and review. My approach to your project would involve a thorough analysis for the concept design, progressing through schematic development to detailed fabrication documentation, maintaining alignment with authority standards. I am available for stage-wise development and can support tender and construction phases if needed. Could you please share more about the specific signage materials or finishes preferred? What specific signage materials or finishes are preferred for optimal integration with the community environment? Thanks, Gourav
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As a seasoned designer proficient in AutoCAD and familiar with the unique standards of the Dubai area, I can hit the ground running on your mixed-use residential community project. I've successfully designed and executed a number of real-world signage and wayfinding projects. My specialized bilingual typography skills will be a major asset for the bilingual Arabic/English message schedule requirement. With comprehensive knowledge of RTA (traffic/regulatory) and Dubai Civil Defence standards, my designs will ensure optimal safety and compliance. Moreover, my experience coordinating with multiple disciplines makes me well-equipped to collaborate seamlessly with your civil/traffic, landscape, and MEP teams. My flexibility and willingness to adapt to your specific requirements underscore my commitment to your project's success.
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⭐Hello⭐ I carefully reviewed your project and understand that you require a comprehensive signage and wayfinding package for a large mixed-use residential community in Dubai, progressing from concept development through fabrication-ready documentation while coordinating with the engineering disciplines and authority requirements. ⭐ Develop a complete wayfinding strategy, circulation analysis, and sign hierarchy ⭐ Design cohesive bilingual (Arabic/English) signage families and message schedules ⭐ Prepare sign location plans, materials, finishes, illumination concepts, and visualizations ⭐ Produce fabrication-ready drawings, details, specifications, BOQ, and sign schedules ⭐ Design the feature Entry Experience sign at the main roundabout as part of the overall identity ⭐ Coordinate seamlessly with civil, landscape, traffic, and MEP disciplines ⭐ Deliver editable DWG, PDF, Illustrator, and InDesign files for consultant integration I am a PhD Candidate at Istanbul University in Civil Engineering, with extensive experience in engineering documentation, CAD production, multidisciplinary coordination, and master-planning projects. Portfolio: https://www.freelancer.com/u/baselnasser9 Please review my previous client feedback. My goal is always achieving 100% satisfaction on every project rather than taking a large number of projects, which is why quality remains my top priority. Best regards, Bassel Nasser
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I understand you need a comprehensive signage and wayfinding design for your large mixed-use townhouse community in Dubai, focusing on clear circulation, decision points, and districting across the 530,000 sqm site. I recently developed a wayfinding system for a similar large-scale residential development in Qatar, resulting in a 20% reduction in resident queries about directions. My approach will begin with a detailed site analysis and user journey mapping to establish the core wayfinding strategy. I will then create a sign-type schedule detailing materials, dimensions, and placement, followed by concept designs for key signage elements. Deliverables will include detailed CAD drawings and a fabrication-ready specification document, all prepared in AutoCAD and Adobe Illustrator. What is the preferred language for the primary signage elements? Ready to start as soon as you confirm scope.
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Hello, I am Krishna Bhanderi, a seasoned Graphic Designer with expertise in CAD/CAM and AutoCAD, boasting over 7 years of experience in the field. I have successfully completed various projects requiring meticulous attention to detail and creative design solutions. I have carefully reviewed your project description for the signage and wayfinding design for the mixed-use residential community in Dubai. I am confident in my ability to provide a professional and comprehensive solution that aligns with your requirements. I am keen to further discuss the project details and collaborate on this exciting opportunity. I would love to connect with you via chat to delve deeper into your project needs and share insights on how I can contribute to its success. Best regards, Krishna Bhanderi
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Gloify has extensive experience delivering large-scale design and documentation projects for real estate, commercial, and infrastructure developments. We can develop a complete signage and wayfinding package covering strategy, sign hierarchy, bilingual message planning, sign schedules, fabrication-ready drawings, material specifications, BOQs, and tender documentation. Our team collaborates closely with architects, landscape consultants, and engineering stakeholders to ensure seamless integration across the masterplan. We can support concept, schematic, detailed design, and construction review phases under your consultant-led approval process.
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Hey, I've thoroughly analyzed your comprehensive brief for the Mixed-Use Residential Community in Dubai. With a multi-disciplinary background spanning technical drafting, spatial design, and brand identity architecture, I have immediate availability to lead the signage and wayfinding strategy for your 530,000 sqm master plan. Developing a wayfinding ecosystem for a massive townhouse community is an exercise in traffic engineering and cognitive mapping. My approach operates at the intersection of urban design and precise architectural documentation, ensuring that the physical signage family behaves as a natural extension of the central green spine. I understand that master-planned environments demand a rigid, highly structured schematic flow where decision points are identified mathematically based on vehicle and pedestrian velocity. I do not just design concept skins; I specialize in executing fabrication-level blueprints with tight multi-disciplinary coordination, ensuring that structural footing depths, mounting details, and internal LED illuminations interface seamlessly with your civil, landscape, and MEP framework.
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Hi there, You need a complete bilingual signage and wayfinding package for a major Dubai mixed-use community. I’ve completed a fully coordinated master-planned wayfinding project before with similar constraints. As a skilled signage designer with over 5 years of experience, I specialize in RTA-compliant strategies, Arabic/English typography, sign families, location plans, schedules, fabrication drawings, specifications, quantities, and tender documentation using AutoCAD, Illustrator, and InDesign. I’m happy to share relevant built projects and samples upon request. Portfolio: https://www.freelancer.com/u/olenav24 I am looking forward to working with you. Best regards, Olena
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I'm not going to tell you I am the best person for the job, I'll show you why. Your need for a clean, professional, and user-friendly signage and wayfinding design for a mixed-use residential community aligns perfectly with our expertise. While I am new to freelancer, I have tons of experience and have done other projects off-site. We specialize in creating seamless, integrated, and automated wayfinding design solutions. Our portfolio includes successful projects with a focus on bilingual typography, meeting RTA and Dubai Civil Defence standards. Let's discuss your project and uncover the opportunities that others may overlook. Regards, Warrick Van Eeden
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