SEPP 65 - Apartment Design Guide

04 I Building4K Awnings and signageAwnings are prominent streetscape elements requiringconsiderable design attention. Continuous awningsencourage pedestrian activity along streets and inconjunction with active frontages, support and enhancethe vitality of the local area. Awnings coupled with buildingentries provide a public address, thereby contributing tothe identity of a development.Signage is also an important consideration in the designof apartment buildings located in mixed use areas, andshould be integrated with the awning or street wall withoutobscuring or dominating important views.Figure 4K.1 Continuous awnings should be provided where there is highpedestrian activity, e.g. in centres and along active frontagesFigure 4K.2 Awnings should be designed as an integral element of thebuilding and incorporate lighting for added safety94 DRAFT | Apartment Design Guide I September 2014