For my final two co-op semesters, I worked with the City of Cincinnati’s Department of Transportation and Engineering, collaborating with different neighborhoods across the city. I worked on signage, wayfinding, totems, and other physical pieces that supported each neighborhood’s identity and shaped how people interacted with the area.

The Carthage Heritage Trail is a self-guided walking tour highlighting the neighborhood’s history, landmarks, and stories. Funded through the Healthy Communities Program, the project aimed to encourage residents and visitors to explore the area and engage with the community.

The design process involved researching the neighborhood, mapping the route, adapting existing branding, and incorporating community feedback to create a cohesive wayfinding system.

The Corryville Neighborhood & District Totems project focused on strengthening the visual connection between the Short Vine district and the larger Corryville neighborhood. The goal was to create recognizable signage that reinforced neighborhood identity while also serving as a beautification effort throughout the area.

The Sedamsville gateway sign redesign focused on refreshing an existing neighborhood landmark that had fallen into disrepair. Rather than replacing the structure, the project aimed to preserve its original form while reducing costs through a new exterior design. Drawing from visual elements used in previous neighborhood projects, several design directions were developed for the community council to review and vote on.