Designing directions
for discovery and heritage
Designing directions
for discovery and heritage
Wayfinding & Signage system Panorama and science centre, Kurukshetra
Wayfinding & Signage system for Panorama & Science Centre
About
About
About
The Kurukshetra Panorama and Science Centre in Haryana is a unique museum that blends history with science. Its main highlight is a panoramic 3D diorama of the Mahabharata war, featuring lifelike sculptures, paintings, and a dramatic sound-and-light show that brings the epic battle to life. The science section offers interactive exhibits on astronomy, ancient Indian science,
physics, and mechanics, making learning engaging for visitors. The museum serves as an educational and cultural hub, offering an immersive experience for history buffs, students, and science enthusiasts alike.
The Kurukshetra Panorama and Science Centre in Haryana is a unique museum that blends history with science. Its main highlight is a panoramic 3D diorama of the Mahabharata war, featuring lifelike sculptures, paintings, and a dramatic sound-and-light show that brings the epic battle to life. The science section offers interactive exhibits on astronomy, ancient Indian science, physics, and mechanics, making learning engaging for visitors. The museum serves as an educational and cultural hub, offering an immersive experience for history buffs, students, and science enthusiasts alike.
Problem statement
Problem statement
Problem statement
The UPSC logo embodies the Commission’s role as a guardian of trust, merit, and nation-building. Its circular form represents continuity, unity, and the unbroken cycle of service upheld for a century. At the centre sits the national emblem, symbolising authority and integrity, supported by a custom wordmark that also serves as the secondary mark. Surrounding it is a wreath of banyan leaves drawn from the banyan tree, a symbol of wisdom, stability, and resilience reflecting UPSC’s role in nurturing leadership. Anchoring the design, a ribbon inscribed with “संघ लोक सेवा आयोग” reinforces the institution’s purpose and enduring commitment to public service.
The UPSC logo embodies the Commission’s role as a guardian of trust, merit, and nation-building. Its circular form represents continuity, unity, and the unbroken cycle of service upheld for a century. At the centre sits the national emblem, symbolising authority and integrity, supported by a custom wordmark that also serves as the secondary mark. Surrounding it is a wreath of banyan leaves drawn from the banyan tree, a symbol of wisdom, stability, and resilience reflecting UPSC’s role in nurturing leadership. Anchoring the design, a ribbon inscribed with “संघ लोक सेवा आयोग” reinforces the institution’s purpose and enduring commitment to public service.
Identity & Type setting
Identity & Type setting
Identity & Type setting
The aim was to build a cohesive identity for the Panorama Centre, address wayfinding challenges, and enrich the environment through thoughtful graphic interventions. Abacaxi Devanagari has been chosen as the primary typeface across both Latin and Devanagari scripts, ensuring visual consistency throughout the space. To maintain balance, the Devanagari text is set 3 points larger than its Latin counterpart. Hindi is placed above the Latin text, acknowledging the predominantly Hindi-speaking visitor base and supporting clearer, more intuitive navigation.
The aim was to build a cohesive identity for the Panorama Centre, address wayfinding challenges, and enrich the environment through thoughtful graphic interventions. Abacaxi Devanagari has been chosen as the primary typeface across both Latin and Devanagari scripts, ensuring visual consistency throughout the space. To maintain balance, the Devanagari text is set 3 points larger than its Latin counterpart. Hindi is placed above the Latin text, acknowledging the predominantly Hindi-speaking visitor base and supporting clearer, more intuitive navigation.
Iconography
Iconography
Color system
Color system
The color palette is inspired by the rich culture and history of Kurukshetra, thoughtfully chosen to complement
the existing space and architecture. It enhances the environment by seamlessly integrating with the building
while introducing a refreshed and cohesive visual identity.
The color palette is inspired by the rich culture and history of Kurukshetra, thoughtfully chosen to complement the existing space and architecture. It enhances the environment by seamlessly integrating with the building
while introducing a refreshed and cohesive visual identity.
Project Guided by: Mahendra Patel, Alpana Khare
Project Guided by: Mahendra Patel, Alpana Khare
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