Design should be accessible to all. In 2026, Tactile Wayfinding goes beyond just Braille signs. It is a comprehensive system of textures, materials, and temperature markers that allow anyone, including those with visual impairments, to intuitively understand the lobby space.
Material Indicators
We use 'texture paths' integrated into the flooring. Smooth marble leads to the reception, grooved metal marks the elevator zone, and fuzzy carpeting denotes rest areas. The reception desk has special protrusions and bevels at the bottom that serve as tactile landmarks. This makes the space 'readable' through shoe soles or a cane, turning the floor into an information panel.
Intelligent Navigation
Texture Coding
Handrails and wall surfaces are augmented with micro-relief lobby maps. We use 3D metal printing to create durable and aesthetic tactile diagrams. At critical points (turns, stairs), we embed vibration modules that provide a light signal as a guest approaches. This creates an 'invisible assistant,' ensuring full autonomous movement.