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9 Replies Last post: Dec 25, 2007 12:14 PM by LUCKIEST

Signage

Aug 9, 2007 1:28 PM

Click to view SCORE17's profile SCORE SCORE17 10 posts since
Aug 7, 2007
I have a SCORE client opening an Optometrist shop and trying to choose the best exterior (and interior) signage package. What colors are most effective? Any other tips I can pass along for effective signage? Thanks.
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Click to view Marzipan's profile Founders Marzipan 21 posts since
Aug 9, 2007
1. Re: Signage Aug 9, 2007 3:24 PM

What type of surface would the signage appear on? Is it glass vs. brick vs. wood? Is the store located in a sprawling like shopping center (thus requiring a more noticeable sign) vs. a pedestrian friendly street (where getting noticed may not be an issue)?
Click to view ScubaDive's profile Founders ScubaDive 36 posts since
Jul 22, 2007
2. Re: Signage Aug 9, 2007 3:49 PM
in response to: Marzipan
Marzipan raises a good point about the location. I suppose you need to know the surrounding area to know what is the best color to help grab attention.
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3. Re: Signage Aug 9, 2007 4:34 PM
It is going into a strip shopping center (high end) with average to high traffic on the fronting street. The signage will go above the shop's main entrance and will need to be visible from the street.
Click to view JavaJoe's profile Founders JavaJoe 19 posts since
Jul 28, 2007
4. Re: Signage Aug 9, 2007 4:54 PM
I am not a signage expert, but have worn glasses and contact lenses for practically all my life. First and foremost, the sign should have a professional feel too it - nothing too splashy (e.g. bright yellow, etc.). But, at the same time, not too sterile (e.g. stark white & black). When customers and potential customers look at the sign, they should get the impression that the Optometrist shop is clean, reputable, friendly and professional. I hope that helps.
Click to view gweinger's profile Start-up gweinger 1 posts since
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5. Re: Signage Aug 10, 2007 1:15 PM
in response to: JavaJoe
I agree. The key here is that the sign is professionally done. There's such a difference when a sign is done by a professional graphic artist than when it's done by an amateur. It's well worth the extra cost in terms of confidence you give to the consumer.
Click to view DustinSteller's profile Founders DustinSteller 14 posts since
Aug 8, 2007
6. Re: Signage Aug 21, 2007 12:22 AM
As a designer, I also recommend good contrast. ;-)
Click to view talbratton's profile Start-up talbratton 3 posts since
Oct 10, 2007
7. Re: Signage Oct 13, 2007 11:10 AM

Most sign companies have a design group that provide this for you, usually at no cost. Check with them first. The sign should be consistent with the color schemes the store would use in all applications such as furniture, handouts etc...
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8. Re: Signage Oct 13, 2007 11:38 AM
SCORE 17, As you know, Signage is any kind of graphics created to display info to the audience,
on the street, inside and outside of buildings.
Think of the Las Vegas Strip. If you google "Signage", you will find many listing
of companies that be of service to you and your client.
Good luck, LUCKIEST
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9. Re: Signage Dec 25, 2007 12:14 PM
in response to: LUCKIEST
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