Adding some colorful art to dull and industrial looking utility boxes scattered around town breathes some life into them. Perhaps making them less of an eyesore especially if they are located right in front of a business or a home. We recently completed the second phase of the utility box graphics project for the Town of Los Gatos. We worked …
Wall graphics are a good tool not just for decorative purposes but also for advertising and name recognition. With digital print technologies we can produce any color scheme or imagery the client desires to fit their business. Here is a recent project we completed for a plant nursery in the south bay. It should be noted that the graphics must …
You see generic and industrial looking traffic signs all around. But when dealing with private residential complexes, property managers may choose to use more custom signs to show speed limits around their neighborhood. Here is an example of a custom sign we produced for a condominium complex. The sign was made using sandblasted High Density Urethane (HDU) painted to the …
College campuses can be very large and spread out. So directory signs are critical in helping students get around efficiently. Some monument signs such as those for Foothill College have very specific build requirements for construction. This also includes a tree pattern and color schemes that are very unique to them. We recently completed a project that involved several directory …
It seems that as the population rises, we see more cases of illegal parking around the area. This causes some property management companies to add additional signs re-enforcing their parking policies. Here is a project we recently completed for a property management company in the south bay. We designed these post and panel signs to the HOA’s requirements and installed …
Property maps age like any other type of sign. Weather, sun, sprinklers, are just a few factors that affect the appearance of outdoor signs. But other factors such as additions to a complex would also require changes to the site maps. Here is a recent project we completed for a home owners association in the south bay. This project required …
Building codes for signage get updated from time to time. So if you are doing renovations or updates of any kind in a commercial or public building, it may be a good time to make sure your code or safety signage are up to code. We recently completed a project for a client that involved replacing all their code signs …
Although there are many online services for getting printed material for advertising and trade shows, when it comes to design and production, many clients choose to go with a brick and mortar sign company where they have much more control over the outcome. The client can come in and actually talk to us about what they need and also look …
Company logo changes don’t always happen all at once. Projects are sometimes done in phases due to logistical reasons. We had previously produced main building signage for Sanmina at their primary location. So when the time came, they asked us to produce new building and monument signage for their second location. This scope of work included new LED illuminated halo-lit …
Do your signs leave clients and team members impressed and informed, or do they simply leave them hanging? In the first few seconds it takes for a visitor to form an impression of your business, the answer to that question matters. While sleek furniture and modern tech play their part, the directional and branding cues within your environment often do …
When you have multiple tenants in a business complex, you usually see a directory monument with their names and logos on it. These directories may be in different locations on the property. In addition to these directories, the tenant name and logo may also be produced using graphics on the glass panels at the main building lobby. This approach is …
When a business moves into a new office complex, two of the major signs they usually need are their logo on the monument and in the lobby. As we’ve mentioned many times before, both of these types of sign can be produced in different ways. The client’s logo also has an impact on how one would design three dimensional signage. …
As part of our continuing relationship with Hope Services, we were asked to get involved in producing all their interior wall murals for their new location in Watsonville. This project involved multiple designs at 5’ tall and 20’ long. One major consideration for these graphics were the gaps in the walls that had to be accommodated into the designs as …
We’ve been producing signs and graphics for Hope Services for many years. Hope also has a division called Hope Thrift. So when they started their planning for a new Hope Thrift in Watsonville, we got involved early in signage phase. Using their logo, we created technical designs and procured city permits. The signs were fabricated and installed in a timely …
Sign cabinets may sometimes be looked at as light fixtures without specific graphics or lettering on them. In some rare cases, we also deal with such cabinet signs. These signs are simply used decoratively and as a source for lighting. Here is a recent project we completed for a local Pep Boys Auto center. The custom painted cabinet was installed …
Repeat clients have the added confidence that their sign company fully understands their signage and graphics requirements. There are various ways to produce each client’s specific logo and color schemes especially in print form. Even in three dimensional signage, careful attention must be paid to how the integrity of the client’s logo is maintained as the signage is produced. Here …
As electric vehicles (EVs) gain popularity, business venues are adjusting to meet the increased demand. Electric car signage is one vital characteristic that is growing increasingly popular among businesses today. Whether you own a retail store, hotel, office building, or parking garage, having the appropriate EV charging signs helps direct vehicles, arrange traffic, and demonstrate that your company is forward-thinking. …
Building address numbers have several functional uses. Not the least of which is for first responders and visitor. But based on the building location and type of business, these address numbers can be more elaborate not just in size but also in material. Here is a recent project we completed for an office building in the south bay. The client …
For businesses with access on the side and parking in the rear of a building, additional signs may be needed for identification and branding purposes. These secondary signs do not necessarily need to be very elaborate based on the type of business. In such cases, businesses tend to spend more money on their primary front signage and less so for …
As national name brands expand and open new locations, they’ll need locally licensed sign companies to help them with their signage. This partnership includes providing site surveys, permitting, fabrication, and installation services. Here is a recent project we completed for Sprint. The scope included surveys, permit work with the city, installation, and final inspection. Please see some completion photos below. …
Brass and bronze Plaques have always been great for commemorating an important figure or a historic event. They are as permanent of a sign as you can typically get. There are of course different thicknesses and anodization colors that one can choose from. Here is a recent custom plaque we produced for a group in the East Bay. Multiple colors …
Banners have always been great temporary signs for businesses who are about to have a grand opening or for when they have a seasonal event. With digital print technologies, full color and details graphics can be produced from most art files. Here is a recent project we completed for a local restaurant chain to promote their new store. A special …
We produce a lot of signs and graphics for local cities. Sometime the city shares the cost of a sign with an organization doing business with them. In these scenarios we usually work with both the city and the organization on the designs and approval process of the signage. Here is an example of a Post and Panel sign we …
When a company changes names or logos, they don’t necessarily make the new one very elaborate. A simple logo works well in many cases. It is also much more cost effective to build into signs and graphics. Here is an example of a simple logo we produced and installed for a company in the south bay. The scope involved new …
Building signs typically come in two or three major elements. The company name, tag line, and the logo piece. Some logos are more challenging to fabricate than others. This is mainly because the logo designers sometime do not consider creating a three-dimensional object from what they draw on the screen. So this require some fine contour cut elements. Here is …
