Standards & Guidelines

Standards & Guidelines provide a direction and consistency in our facilities and campus systems. Guidelines provide recommendations to guide project architects, engineers, and contractors, as well as UNM’s staff on campus projects, including capital projects, campus improvements, and any other environmental design elements, including signage/wayfinding and circulation. Standards describe the requirements that must be followed for all new construction and renovation projects. Design guidelines should be used along with the project specific program.

Campus Environments

UNM's Integrated Campus Plan (ICP) was adopted in August 2024. Below are important sections to refer to during project development.

• Main Campus Zones, Chapter 5 of the Integrated Campus Plan--this includes urban design, access, safety, and sustainability guidance for all areas of Albuquerque's campuses (navigate to page 90 of the PDF)

• Signage and Wayfinding, Chapter 6 of the Integrated Campus Plan--find guidance on all signage family and wayfinding locations (navigate to page 134 of the PDF)

• Signage and Wayfinding Design Intent Documents--find detailed drawings to aid in construction and installation of campus signs

Building Design/Renovation

• Building Efficiency Ratio Guidelines
• Flooring Standards 
• Interior Paint Guidelines
• UNM Interior Design Standards 
• Interior Signage Standards 
• Wayfinding and Signage Standards and Guidelines
• Temporary Signage Guidelines
• Learning Environments Design Guidelines (LEDG)
• Office Space Guidelines
• Restroom Remodel Finish Standards
• View Control Standards

Furnishings

• Classroom Furnishing Guidelines
• Outdoor Furnishings Standards
• Private Office Furnishing Guidelines

Click here to see the full list of UNM's Standards and Guidelines.

Visit iss.unm.edu to see a full list of environments & facilities-related standards & guidelines