UK - English
US - English
EU - German
EU - Polish
ES - Spanish
The new Canada Water Leisure Centre sets a fresh benchmark for modern, community-focused design. Our team was proud to deliver a complete wayfinding and signage solution that enhances both navigation and aesthetic appeal, helping create a space that feels open, welcoming, and easy to explore for every visitor.
We were delighted to play a part in shaping the visitor experience at the brand-new Canada Water Leisure Centre, delivering a comprehensive wayfinding and signage package, from conception to completion. This landmark facility represents a major investment in community wellbeing – providing residents and visitors with access to first-class leisure, fitness, and swimming facilities in the heart of Southwark. The design brief called for a signage scheme that would not only complement the centre’s contemporary architecture, but also make the space feel open, accessible, and easy to navigate for everyone.
Working closely with the project team, we designed, produced, and installed a full suite of bespoke signage and graphics to support the centre’s modern, inclusive vision. Every detail was considered to ensure the finished result enhanced both form and function – aligning perfectly with the visual identity of the new space.
Our involvement covered a wide range of design and production elements. This included illuminated logo features to create standout brand visibility and a warm, welcoming first impression upon arrival. We also developed custom wayfinding systems to guide visitors intuitively through the building, ensuring the layout could be navigated with ease by users of all ages and abilities.
To both maintain privacy and style, we produced frosted glazing graphics that brought subtle texture and cohesion to glass partitions, while our printed kiss-cut wall letting reinforced the centre’s key messaging and identity throughout its interior spaces. Finally, durable ACM panel signage was installed to provide robust, long-lasting solutions suitable for high-traffic environments, without compromising on design quality.
From the very beginning, collaboration was key. During the sampling and development phase, we worked hand-in-hand with the client and design partners to test and refine every element – from typography and colour accuracy to material finishes and sizing. This attention to detail ensured that every piece of signage delivered both visual harmony and functional clarity.
Throughout production and installation, our team remained focused on precision, quality, and communication. Tight timescales meant that every stage had to be planned and executed efficiently, with multiple teams working in sync to ensure completion ahead of the centre’s grand opening. By maintaining close coordination across departments and with on-site contractors, we were able to deliver a seamless installation process without disruption to other ongoing works.
The finished signage scheme was cohesive, functional, and visually engaging – enhancing the overall visitor journey while complementing the architecture and interior design of this state-of-the-art facility. Every element, from the illuminated entrance branding to the subtle interior graphics, played a part in creating an environment that feels intuitive, consistent, and welcoming.
We’re proud to have contributed to a space that not only celebrates design excellence but also serves as a vibrant hub for the local community. Canada Water Leisure Centre now stands as a testament to how thoughtful signage and wayfinding can elevate both user experience and aesthetic impact – helping people feel confident, informed, and inspired from the moment that they step inside.
As place makers, we blend high-quality materials, cutting-edge production automation, sustainable practices, and world-class craftsmanship to create unique installations that transform spaces into impactful places. We actively listen, question, and tackle complex technical design challenges, providing our dedicated partners with unprecedented solutions.
