Slavica Nikolic: Signage Team Leader

With over 24 years of experience, Slavica Nikolic is a seasoned architect with a strong specialization in signage design, wayfinding systems, and environmental graphics. Her expertise lies in seamlessly integrating signage solutions into complex architectural projects, ensuring functionality, accessibility, and aesthetic harmony.

Professional Journey

Slavica began her career at Ronnette Riley Architect, where she developed a foundation in architectural design before expanding her experience internationally. She worked on office and commercial projects in Belgrade and Moscow and later refined her hospitality design expertise at Jeffrey Beers International in New York City. She further honed her skills at the New York City School Construction Authority, overseeing new construction and capital improvement projects with a focus on accessibility and regulatory compliance.

Current Role and Notable Projects

Since rejoining Ronnette Riley Architect in 2018, Slavica has played a key role in integrating signage and wayfinding systems into a variety of large-scale projects. Her work includes:

• FDNY Fire Academy, Randall’s Island: Developed a comprehensive feasibility study and master plan, including wayfinding strategies for the 1,000,000-sf training facility.

• NYC Housing Authority's Energy and Sustainability Program: Designed accessible signage for retrofitted buildings to meet ADA compliance.

• Harlem Children’s Zone Headquarters: Led programming and interior design for the 17,000 SF ground floor, incorporating branded environmental graphics and directional signage.

• SUNY Purchase College & NY Academy of Medicine: Provided accessibility-focused modernization, ensuring signage systems met universal design principles.

• Davenport Ridge Elementary School, Stamford, CT: Designed clear, legible school wayfinding to enhance student and visitor experience.

Expertise and Specializations

• Signage and Wayfinding Design – Expertise in developing user-friendly, ADA-compliant signage systems for institutional, hospitality, and public projects.

• Accessibility & Code Compliance – Strong knowledge of ADA guidelines and universal design principles.

• Environmental Graphics – Integration of branding, storytelling, and functional signage into architectural spaces.

Slavica's extensive experience and innovative approach to signage and wayfinding make her a valuable asset to Ronnette Riley Architect in creating intuitive, functional, and aesthetically cohesive architectural environments.