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When opening a new restaurant, you need to distinguish yourself from others in the same category. And signage can play a role in that. Well-designed and attractive signs can enhance the overall image of an elegant restaurant. Here is a recent project we completed for an Indian contemporary cuisine restaurant in Campbell. Using halo-illuminated LED channel letters with a blue …
Sometimes the design of a sign is affected by the construction of the building or where it’s installed. Not all sign types are appropriate for all wall types. Here is an example of a sign we designed and fabricated for a company on the peninsula that required a custom base cabinet. This was primary due to how the building was …
Getting city permits for certain sign projects becomes very complex. This is because different lots or blocks get re-zoned which could also affect their public right of way and set backs etc. Here is a project we recently completed for a Pet Clinic in downtown San Jose. This project posed a few challenges relative to the monument sign as we …
Besides the typical mergers and acquisitions, many corporate partnerships results in new signs an graphics as well. A partnership between Verizon and Alley required us to create new signage for one of their new locations on the peninsula. We had to design and adapt the new logos onto an existing sign base. This required some creative thinking and design. The …
Any business cherishes their repeat clients. We are no exception. When a business expands their footprint, having a trusted partner to help them with their signs and graphics is critical for getting established at the new location. And since we already know their signage requirements, the process always goes much smoother. Here is an example of a project we recently …
It happens like clockwork. National companies occasionally update their logo and brand. This almost always results in new signs and graphics for their various locations. Here is an example of a recent national re-branding project we completed for CVS. Old signs had to be removed and replaced with new logo signage. Of course all these projects required city permits which …
Here we are with another case of a merger and the resulting signs and graphics changes. The merger of Infocus and Jupiter created opportunities for new signage for both interior and exterior of their Fremont location. The project scope we recently completed involved manufacturing a new Jupiter building sign and relocating an existing LED illuminated lobby sign. Relocating a sign …
We’ve discussed logo changes before. This can result from mergers but also from rebranding. Since many corporate logos include both text and logo elements, the change may impact one or both aspects of the logo. Here is recent project we complete for From Factor. This is the third rebranding they’ve done in the past few years. In this particular case, …
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 …
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 …
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 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. …
Some projects require tight coordination between different trades. In a typical sign installation which is usually on a stucco or brick wall, no coordination is needed. But other building finishes like glass or decorative aluminum panels require coordination with each supplier so that the sign can be installed appropriately on each surface type. Here is an example of a recent …
Major corporate brands tweak their logos once in a while. A subtle change here and there vs. a whole new look. Here is an example of a project we recently completed for Verizon. We fabricated new LED illuminated channel letters per their updated specification. We used the existing raceway but replaced everything else. This project also required full city permit …
As Starbucks continues to expand and open new stores, we’ve been helping with their signage where we can. Here is a recent project we completed for a new Starbucks location in west San Jose. The project involved all three major signs; the exterior channel letters, the mermaid logo medallion, and the interior window sign. These projects all require full city …
Some signs require a bit more background work than others. When designing and fabricating a sign, we need to make sure that the platform it goes on can withstand the weight and also the wind load in appropriate conditions. So for that reason, we go through a structural engineering process. Here is an example of a sign project we recently …
When it comes to the longevity of signs and graphics, our sun and the weather are the two most formidable adversaries. At some point in their lives all signs and graphics will get weathered, faded, or start to peel. That is nature. So an occasional refresh of the signs may be in order for many business. Here is an example …
We tell many of our clients that a sign needs to identify what their business does as oppose to what the owner’s name is for example. Unless you have a brand that is recognized nationally, what the business does is much more important than random name that people can’t associate with. Here is an example of a recent sign we …
Retail businesses represent a good portion of the signs and graphics we make. These could range from window graphics, banners, to fully illuminated building and monument signs. The retail businesses that have a national presence also have more stringent guidelines for their signs and graphics. They typically produce style guides that companies like us would follow to correctly manufacture or …
We are excited when new businesses open in the South Bay. New businesses are an indication of a good and vibrant local economy. We were approached by Float Station’s architect (and GC) to help build a sign for their new location in Campbell. We worked diligently on the design of the halo-lit LED channel letters and the permit process. Once …
So guess what? Another acquisition in the valley. Jupiter became InFocus. And yes we were chosen as the sign company to help them with the logo and sign changes. The scope involved replacing the building sign, monument faces, and several smaller signs around the property. The old monument had a curved surface. So we had to design and fabricate the …
For businesses that operate after dusk, an illuminated sign is very important for visibility. This is especially true if the business is tucked away in the corner or back of the strip mall or business complex. Century 21 Real Estate is well-known around the Bay Area. But a well-lit and visible sign greatly helps with guiding clients to their office. …
As with many airports, San Jose also has stringent guidelines for the aesthetics of signs, graphics, and other highly visible decors in the main terminals. Any new store or restaurant must submit a design package to the airport authority for their approval. Signs Unlimited has been a partner to many companies going through this process by providing attractive designs to …