Wayfinding from Tumblr

Honestly I didn't even know that you could find design building tips on Tumblr but I was proven wrong. The text post is short and sweet but it is hard to read because of the white background blending in with the grey text.
The post on the blog reinforces the most basic points that past readings have already stated. A good pathfinder sets up a system that the user must rely on their skills rather than outside help. Signs are meant to be obvious and simple leading the user to the place that they are intended to go. They are meant to be simple and not distracting. This is also a point that leads back to the basics of design that emphasizes simplicity and good balance.
While it is tempting to make something based on ones own principles such as how one would take their own personal route to reach their location, the general population does not always think in the same way. It is the designers job to try and combine different ideas to reach one united idea that can be used by everybody. It is the designers responsibility to try and think like the normal person and create something that is easy and accessible.
The blog unfortunately takes the more obvious route with hinting at different ways that a designer can approach the wayfinding project. It suggests common things such as using symbols and signs and arrows. It also makes a huge point on making sure the markers are consistent in font, size, description and or approach. I personally have already seen this information in other readings before this project started and this information is nothing entirely new. But it is not a bad thing to remind yourself of what the goal of the project is and of the more easy ways to make the work load a little less.