Contemporary media campus building featuring KPBS at the Conrad Prebys Media Complex in San Diego, showcasing integrated environmental graphic design, branded signage, and wayfinding within a civic and education environment, highlighting RSM Design expertise in placemaking, identity, and experiential design for cultural and institutional markets.

San Diego, California

KPBS

Local Perspectives with Depth, Clarity, & Heart

Project type

Donor Recognition Signage Design Wayfinding Signage Design

Project sector

Workplace Design
Interior of the KPBS Conrad Prebys Media Complex grand lobby featuring integrated environmental graphic design, branded signage, and intuitive wayfinding within a civic and education space, highlighting RSM Design expertise in placemaking, identity, and experiential design for institutional and cultural environments.

Project info

Client KPBS

Architect Safdie Rabines

Creating pathways that reflect KPBS’s commitment to community

RSM Design partnered with KPBS to transform its San Diego headquarters into a dynamic space that honors the station’s rich legacy while embracing its future. Through a comprehensive donor recognition and wayfinding program, RSM Design crafted a visual narrative that seamlessly integrates KPBS’s history, values, and community impact. The design team employed modern signage techniques and sophisticated graphics to create an environment that not only guides visitors but also celebrates the contributions of supporters, fostering a deeper connection between KPBS and its audience.

 Collaborating closely with KPBS, Safdie Rabines Architects, and Clark Construction, RSM Design ensured that every element of the signage system was thoughtfully considered and meticulously executed. The result is a cohesive and inspiring environment that reflects KPBS’s commitment to trustworthy journalism and community engagement. By weaving storytelling into the physical space, RSM Design has enhanced the visitor experience, reinforcing KPBS’s role as a vital cultural institution in San Diego.

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Logo-shaped signage brings the KPBS identity into the space while maintaining a polished, professional atmosphere.

Service

Wayfinding Design

A donor recognition system that elevates the KPBS environment while strengthening connection, pride, and a sense of belonging across the San Diego community.

 

Service

Donor Recognition
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A refined environmental graphic system that translates KPBS’s layered history into a clear, elegant, and thoughtfully structured visual narrative.

 

Market

Workplace Design
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