Sign Planning Guides

1. Walk the space

Start with the floor plans and a walk-through. Note every entrance, decision point, room and code-required location. For existing buildings, document the signs already in place.

2. Define your sign family

Group signs into types: room identification, directional, overhead, building directories, exterior and code signs. A consistent family makes the building easier to navigate and keeps reorders simple.

3. Build a message schedule

List every sign with its type, location and exact wording. This becomes the single source for proofs, production and installation.

4. Check codes and locations

Confirm which signs need tactile text and braille, where they mount, and any local requirements. See our ADA Information guide.

5. Set the budget and phasing

Price the program by sign type and quantity. Large campuses and rebrands can be phased building by building so work never stops.

6. Proof, fabricate and install

Approve proofs and samples, then we fabricate in our Largo shop and install on schedule.

7. Maintain and reorder

Keep a sign inventory so replacements and new rooms match the original program. Our clients can reorder from their own sign catalog in our client portal.

Quick checklist: code-required signs

• Restrooms and room identification
• Exit doors and exit routes
• Stair level identification
• Areas of refuge and accessible entrances, where applicable
• Elevator and fire safety signs as required locally

Want help planning? Start a project and we’ll walk the space with you.