RMIT University Signage System
Brand Colours and Usage
RMIT’s visual identity is built around its distinctive RMIT Red, combined with a clean black-and-white colour palette.
According to the brand guidelines:
The signature Red Dot must always be reproduced in the official RMIT brand colour.
Adequate clear space must be maintained around the logo.
The logo must not be stretched, distorted, or altered.
The standard logo is typically displayed in red and black on white or light-grey backgrounds.
On dark backgrounds, a reversed white version of the logo is used.
These standards ensure a consistent and recognizable brand presence across all campuses and international partnerships.
Primary Signage Materials
Acrylic (Perspex® Acrylic)
High-quality acrylic is widely used throughout RMIT campuses.
Applications include:
Campus entrance logos
Reception feature walls
Brand display installations
Reasons for selection:
Excellent light transmission
Accurate colour reproduction
Strong weather resistance
Ease of fabrication
It is particularly suitable for:
Acrylic Backlit Logo Signs
LED Lighting Components
Many RMIT building signs incorporate:
LED modules
Edge-lit illumination
Backlit lighting systems
often integrated with the red acrylic dot.
Benefits include:
Uniform light distribution
Excellent nighttime visibility
Energy efficiency
Stainless Steel
Stainless steel is commonly used for:
Three-dimensional logo lettering
Wayfinding structures
Exterior mounting systems
Advantages:
Corrosion resistance
Structural strength
Premium appearance
Aluminium Composite Panels (ACP)
Applications:
Building façade signage
Campus directional signs
Advantages:
Lightweight construction
Easy installation
Excellent weather performance
Vinyl Graphics
Used for:
Glass façade branding
Exhibition displays
Interior communication graphics
Benefits:
Cost-effective
Easy to update
Supports brand consistency
Interior Wayfinding Materials
RMIT’s contemporary campuses frequently utilize:
Laser-Cut Acrylic Panels
Precision-cut acrylic directional signs.
Layered Acrylic Signage
Multi-layer acrylic systems that create depth and visual interest.
Frosted Vinyl Graphics
Used on glass partitions and interior surfaces.
Aluminium Directional Systems
Durable and modern navigation signage.
Digital Signage Displays
Widely used in:
Libraries
Student service centres
Innovation hubs
Research facilities
Signage Characteristics
Modern Minimalist Design
Reflecting:
Innovation
Technology
Design thinking
Red Dot Identity System
The Red Dot serves as the primary visual focal point, enhancing:
Brand recognition
Global visibility
Modular Structure
The system adapts effectively to:
Building façades
Wayfinding systems
Digital media
International campuses
Strong Illumination Effects
Through:
LED backlighting
Halo lighting
the signage achieves strong visibility and impact, especially at night.
Applications
Campus Entrance Signage
Main university entrances and gateways.
Building Identification
Academic buildings and administrative facilities.
Research Centres
Research institutes and laboratories.
Innovation Hubs
Innovation and entrepreneurship spaces.
International Campuses
Including locations such as:
Melbourne
Ho Chi Minh City
Hanoi
Exhibition Spaces
Temporary and permanent exhibition environments.
Graduation Ceremonies
Stage backdrops and ceremonial branding systems.
Manufacturing Advantages
Excellent Durability
Acrylic and metal components are highly resistant to:
UV exposure
Weather conditions
High temperatures
making them ideal for the Australian environment.
Strong Brand Consistency
The standardized Red Dot and typography ensure a unified identity across:
Global campuses
International research centres
Partnership locations
High Visual Impact
LED illumination provides:
Clear daytime visibility
Strong nighttime presence
Low Maintenance
LED systems typically offer a lifespan exceeding:
50,000 hours
resulting in reduced maintenance costs.
Easy Global Replication
The modular design system allows efficient implementation across:
International campuses
Research partnerships
Overseas recruitment offices