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Office aesthetics usually center around classically noticeable elements, such as the rich colors of the walls and floors or the warmth of the lighting. While these are certainly important areas to consider, most business owners and executive assistants overlook other visual features that could level up the space even more. One such area is the dimension of the office itself.

When designing a space, “dimension” describes how the room’s elements make it appear 3D and give it depth or visual interest. This helps to avoid an office that feels flat and lifeless, and it can even give visitors or clients the impression that they are moving “into” the company when they visit rather than simply existing near it.

Businesses can incorporate dimension in many ways, but one of the most eye-catching is with texture. For instance, the smooth sheen of metal can capture the room’s lighting in interesting ways while conveying a sense of professionalism, which is why many businesses feature custom metal signage so prominently in their entrance areas.

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Why Texture & Dimension Matter in Office Design

Texture describes the qualities of a surface; is it smooth, bumpy, wavy, rough, glossy, or something else? Dimension relates to the offset of items in a space; are décor items flush with the walls, or do they push forward into the room? Minor considerations such as these can completely change the impressions that guests and clients form when they enter the room.

Textures tend to evoke emotional and sensory responses, usually subconsciously. For instance, studies show that rooms with textured walls often seem closer and less open than those with smooth or glossy walls. This can contribute to a sense of belonging and security or make the space feel overwhelming and claustrophobic.

The impression visitors have depends on how the business tackles the rest of its aesthetic. Because most human perceptions are consistent enough to make similar judgments of beauty based on subconscious elements such as texture, businesses must be on top of this design area.

Regarding multiple material types, participants surveyed consistently rated metal and other smooth materials as more positive than others. Thus, texture and dimension combined and implemented with care can create sophistication and intentionality in a business space.

Practical Applications of Texture in Office Spaces

You understand the importance of texture in designing office spaces, but how do you transform that knowledge into action? Consider:

  • Walls and surfaces – Walls are among an office’s most eye-catching elements. Be sure they demonstrate the business traits you aim for, whether that is modernity, refinement, comfort, friendliness, or something else.
  • Furniture and décor – Décor is one of the most creative areas in terms of texture and dimension. Wide, airy plants such as ferns create a different perception than thick, straight cacti in a pot. Is the seating made of smooth leather or plush fabric?
  • Artwork and custom pieces – Businesses often consider artwork one of the most obvious ways to change an office’s aesthetic, but there is more to it than colors and images. Be sure to think of texture, too! The smooth metal of custom signage correlates with the aforementioned studies on positive impressions and can make your business seem professional and polished.

The Role of Dimension in Elevating Office Design

Now that you have the textures handled, what about dimension? To achieve a more appealing sense of depth in your office, use:

  • Lighting and shadows – Light and shadow only exist because of the interplay of objects in the foreground and background. Highlighting this difference can make objects in a space seem closer or farther apart.
  • Multi-dimensional features – Rather than sticking to décor that fits snugly against walls, consider using elements that come into the room’s space slightly. What about a custom-branded sign offset from the wall and illuminated by backlights in your brand’s signature colors?

No matter which options you choose, balance texture and dimension in your office design for the best results. To avoid seeming too chaotic and disorganized, highlight your brand’s identity through colors, shapes, and textural impressions. Target important areas, such as reception spaces, to draw visitors’ eyes and curate their opinions.

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No matter which area of your office you are trying to elevate, custom signage is versatile enough to help you achieve your goals. Metal signs not only impress visitors with your business’s dedication to quality and aesthetic appeal; they can add texture and dimension that makes your company space seem alive.

At ShieldCo Signs, we treat signage projects as art and seek to realize your vision accordingly. Contact ShieldCo to collaborate on a sign that will level up how every visitor views your space.

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Every office needs to balance functionality with aesthetics. If the space is too utilitarian, clients may be unwilling to use it, or they might form a negative impression of the business as stingy and bland. Conversely, if an office is overly decorated, visitors may find it fatiguing or overcompensating. There’s a delicate balance to be struck here; understated but professional décor, such as custom office signage, can perfectly bridge the gap between utility and design.

This choice shouldn’t be made lightly because a properly decorated space is the first thing your clients will learn about your business and, by extension, you. Here are some of the most essential office design features to impress clients and how to implement them without going overboard.

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Essential Office Design Features To Consider

Every office design and layout is different, so any strategy for impressing clients should be customized to that space. However, in general, a few areas stand out that apply to most businesses looking to make an upgrade:

Welcoming Reception Area

The reception area is the first space where visitors and clients will spend their time. If they’re forced to sit in an uncomfortable lobby that’s cramped, cold, or bland, they might get the impression that the business doesn’t care about its patrons.

A reception area should be carefully curated to make visiting as easy (and aesthetically pleasing) as possible. Consider impressing clients with wall décor that showcases the company’s previous accomplishments, cases displaying accolades, or even just comfortable seating and clean floors.

Before you meet face to face, let your clients know you care about them and their experience. Consider using a prominent business sign to let clients know they’re in the right place and where to go so their experience is as seamless as possible.

Custom Business Logo Signage Which Reflects Your Brand

The business signage you choose does more than alert a visitor to the location of your company’s reception area. It can also make an impactful statement about your brand.

Custom logo signage made of high-quality metal indicates that you are willing to invest in your business and its presentation, an indicator that you will prioritize other areas of quality as well, such as in your products or services.

Similarly, the visuals of the sign itself can subconsciously influence perception. A smooth, elegantly cursive sign may convey feelings of relaxation, comfort, and creativity. At the same time, a sleek, modern font or just a logo might indicate your business’ skill, quality, and dedication to remaining on the cutting edge of your industry.

Functional & Aesthetic Conference Rooms

The conference room is the hub for supporting essential relationships between your business and its clients. Making this space as comfortable and useful as possible says a lot about your company. Consider:

  • Is there plenty of space? 
  • Are the seats comfortable? 
  • Are the wifi and lighting reliable? 
  • Does the decoration distract from any visual presentations, displays, or conversations? 

Extra attention to the conference rooms can make or break a client relationship.

Incorporating Natural Elements Throughout The Office Space

Studies repeatedly show that exposure to nature, especially the colors green and brown, which invoke grass, trees, and the earth, can impact people’s moods. This knowledge can seamlessly integrate with an office environment to impress clients using subconscious psychology.

For instance, consider using custom business signage backlit with vibrant green lights or displaying beautiful natural artwork such as ferns cut from sleek, powder-coated metal.

These small changes can make clients feel more comfortable and reduce their heart rate, making them feel at home in your space and more trusting of your business. Pair these with real plants to brighten the room.

Personalized Décor & Art

While many aesthetic elements serve secondary functional purposes, art is also incredibly valuable. Consider installing personalized décor and artwork that reflects what your brand values.

Whether that is the refined culture of classic artwork or the contemplative nature of something more modern, let your personality shine through to impress clients with confidence in your business’ identity.

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There are many options for designing an office to impress the people who visit, make a positive impression, and even shape client behavior. Décor plays a significant role in converting potential customers, and among the potential aesthetic choices, custom signage stands out as a particularly effective option.

ShieldCo Art can fabricate a high-quality metal creation that reflects your company’s exclusive perspective and values. Contact ShieldCo today for an office sign quote customized to your business needs!

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After a while, even the most brilliantly decorated room can start to feel a bit stale. But when to change? For many homes and businesses, adding a custom display can liven up the space while incorporating imagery, symbols, or even colors that are of particular meaning to the people who occupy that area.

Custom indoor signs don’t have to just be a square with a company name and logo (although they can if that’s right for you!). Consider the many possibilities of both residential and commercial use.

Your backyard tiki bar and pool would be a lot more thematic with a bright, glowing stylized palm tree sign above the liquor cabinet. What about a business logo created in an eye-catching 3D render that immediately catches the attention of passersby?

If you’re considering a 3D sign, let’s talk more about the fabrication process to help you see exactly what makes these signs so special.

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Getting Started with 3D Fabrication

Before any 3D sign comes to life, it needs to be planned out with designers who can provide direction for your idea. For customers who already have a design in mind, they should have it stored in a vector file (such as PDF, SVG, or AI) whenever possible. This allows for the greatest retention of detail. Even if you have an idea in a different file type, it might be possible to make it work!

Before meeting with the sign designer, consider a few important details:

  • What’s the budget?
  • Where will the sign be placed?
  • How big should it be?
  • How big is the wall where it’s being displayed?
  • How soon do you need it?
  • Should it be backlit?
  • How will it be attached to the wall?

These early considerations can inform how the final product turns out and fits into the desired location.

Developing the Mock-Up

Once everything is decided, the 3D sign fabricators will construct a 3D mock-up in a rendering software like Blender. This allows both the company and the customer to get a good look at what the final sign will look like from all angles, using 360 degrees for full viewing on a computer.

This also allows the building team to determine how thick the various pieces of the sign should be and how they will fit together or be spaced to create the 3D effect. The mock-up stage allows for any adjustment to the look of the sign. Once the customer is happy with the final result, the team can start bringing that image to life in the real world.

Crafting the Sign

Next, the pieces of the sign need to be cut to the appropriate size. Some companies use drills or grinders to shape metal pieces, but the best industry professionals use laser cutting to make sure that every edge is smooth. This also allows the design to come out exactly as it was pictured in the 3D mock-up.

Each piece is crafted by hand and refined to match the specifications of the original design. Then, the sign can be assembled using those fixtures that are necessary to reproduce the mock-up in real life. Some signs are flat and only require the implements to hang them, while others are deeply three-dimensional and require multiple offset layers to produce that visually striking effect.

Adding the Finishing Touches

Once the sign is properly constructed, the team can add the finishing touches. If customers requested lighting as part of the sign, it is installed at this time. Most signs are also powder coated, which allows for a diverse range of colors on the final product. Powder coated items resist chipping and inconsistent color application, and they cure quickly so that you can receive your sign as soon as possible.

Delivering the Final Product

Once done, the sign is carefully stored and packed for transport to make sure it arrives exactly the same as when it leaves the workshop. ShieldCo custom-crafts each shipping container so that the sign is properly supported throughout its journey, regardless of its shape. Our team also offers to help install the sign once it arrives so that it’s even, level, and secure.

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Try a 3D Sign in Your Home or Business

No matter if you’re looking to spice up your finished basement rec room or you want to make a stunning first impression on customers who enter your business, custom 3D signs can be a great option. The artists at ShieldCo Signs treat each of our signs as a work of art, ensuring a high-quality installation that is crafted with care and beauty. Contact ShieldCo to share your vision with us and work together on a sign that perfectly matches your space!

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Businesses considering how to boost their customer satisfaction and brand loyalty often look to parts of their business such as the quality of their products and the speed of service. While these are certainly worthwhile considerations, there is one thing that most companies completely overlook: their office reception area.

This seemingly innocuous space is one of the first your clients will see, and it can shape their entire impression of the business and its quality. Whether you use dramatic uplighting, custom indoor signs, thriving plants, or something else all shapes this perception, which can have a direct impact on your bottom line.

The good news is that even a few small changes can cause big changes in customer impression. Here’s what your office reception area says about your company.

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Company Culture

A company’s culture reflects the business’ values, practices, and approach to serving customers and employees. Prospective clients and visitors want to see that their presence is welcome and that the business has taken steps to foster a positive culture. If the reception area is a mess of confusing corridors or pathways full of obstructions and unclear signage, customers can quickly gather the perception that the business’ culture is disorganized.

As a result, people may make the connection that a disorderly reception space corresponds to a lack of organization throughout the business, including in products or services. Create a reception that is easy to navigate and understand, starting with custom signage to point the way or make it clear where people are supposed to go for specific services.

Goals and Successes

Customers expect to see a reception that is more than just bare walls and a desk with a check-in clerk. The decoration in this space is one area that businesses can leverage to show off their success stories and clue in customers on their future goals. For instance, display awards or signs of community service prominently in this space. Not only does this foster trust and a bond between customer and company, but it also lends legitimacy to the business.

Similarly, subtle branding can convey progress toward new goals. Feature imagery of existing or planned initiatives. Use adaptable lighting, signage, or even wall covering patterns that create a sense of momentum: lines that move horizontally or décor that draws the eye upward or to specific focal points.

Care and Quality

Customers want to know that a business cares about them. More than just the products or services, they expect to feel the company understands and aims to resolve the burden of their pain points. An office reception area that is full of overflowing garbage bins, stained seating, or dirty carpet can impact whether or not a visitor trusts your business.

If the business does not even take the effort to empty their trash, how can they be trusted to deliver on the product they’re selling or the services they’re offering? Spend time carefully curating the reception area by keeping it clean, organized, and bright. Crisp, beautiful custom signage or even backlit wall decorations can provide a sense of care, demonstrating they are willing to invest in a custom décor piece to help visitors feel at home.

Dedication and Innovation

People want to see that a business is making forward progress, not stagnating in old practices and outdated products. Consider how the office reception area might worsen (or improve) a company’s innovative spirit.

Small, subconscious changes such as décor that is displayed in a sweeping motion (e.g., a wall pattern that starts large near the customer and gets smaller as it moves down the hall) can convey a sense of forward progress or a vision for the future. Additionally, don’t hesitate to highlight all the areas where your company stands head and shoulders above the rest, either in dedication to customers or innovation in the industry.

Have you received commendations from professionals in your niche? Display their words directly on the wall. Planning something that will shake up the industry? Share details about it (or even early-stage prototypes) in the waiting area for customers to consider.

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Level Up Your Reception Area with Custom Signage

The reception area is one of the most important spaces in the company’s entire footprint. It’s the first image customers see, and it can make or break how they feel about the business long before they ever purchase a product or try a service. While each business will need to approach revitalizing this area differently, custom indoor signs can be a great choice in a variety of reception areas.

From the company’s logo in bright, glowing colors to help customers find the check-in desk to a tasteful image or outline that tells customers what the business is all about without words, ShieldCo Art can help your company make a great first impression. Contact us to learn more!

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The design of an office is integral to how both employees and visitors exist in the space. Whether it makes them feel stressed, overwhelmed, relaxed, or inspired, in large part comes down to how the design fits with the identity of the business. Custom indoor signs can have a big impact on how businesses create and curate their spaces, so they are often one of the first choices for an office that needs a makeover. 

If you’re wondering how you can level up your own business environment with a custom sign, it’s a matter of understanding what was popular in 2024 and what’s up and coming in 2025.

Here are 10 of the top office signage trends that are coming in fresh or still resonating from last year’s successes.

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Trends To Consider For Your Custom Office Sign In 2025

Innovative Materials For Enhanced Durability

When you invest in a sign, it is only reasonable to expect it to last. Part of the equation is what material the sign is made out of. Signs crafted from high-quality metal provide a sleek, modern aesthetic and can maintain their appearance in high-traffic or outdoor environments.

Eco-Friendly Signage Options

Now more than ever, customers are interested in supporting businesses that contribute to a greener earth. Signage made of reclaimed metal or distressed steel finishes can reduce environmental impact without compromising on style and substance.

Digital Displays For Modern Offices

Signs can be more than just some font on the wall. Consider illuminated signage for greater visibility in all lighting conditions. Digital displays can offer an interactive method of showcasing brand identity dynamically, drawing visitors’ eyes to your business and creating that first engagement.

Animation & Motion-Driven Designs

Businesses need to capture audiences’ attention, and signage can help them do just that. Options like neon signs or backlit signs with glowing or moving component scan create visual intrigue that leaves a lasting impression. It’s easy to remember a bold statement like an animated sign, even if customers glanced at it only briefly.

Bold Design With Vibrant Colors & Typography

Brands of all types, from the impactful to the elegant, shouldn’t be afraid to go bold when it comes to signage. Use high-contrast colors for visibility so guests can read the sign’s contents at a glance. A strong font that reflects the brand’s personality can help customers guess what to expect before they ever enter the business.

Minimalist & Clean Aesthetics

While a sign can do a lot for a business, it should not overshadow other décor and identity elements. Neutral tones and geometric shapes for a sophisticated look are popular; just remember that simplicity often communicates professionalism and refinement.

Interactive Touchscreen Navigation Systems

Signage does not have to be for viewing only! Consider signs that offer user-friendly navigation for employees and visitors. You can even seamlessly integrate your business with illuminated directional signage so visitors always know where to go with confidence.

Thoughtful Placement For Optimal Visibility

Where you put a sign matters just as much as how that sign is designed. Position signs at eye level or in high-traffic areas; current trends are putting these décor centerpieces as focal points in a room. Use mock-ups to determine the optimal visibility during installation to avoid having to make changes later.

Custom Branding Through Tailored Designs

A sign should reflect a business’ unique identity, and 2025 is expected to be the year of advanced customization. Step out of the cookie-cutter text block and partner with a team that can create a specialized sign that enhances your branding.

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Compliance With Accessibility & Safety Standards

Remember that for all your efforts in signage, visitors expect consideration for accessibility and functionality as well. If a sign is beautiful but not functional, it can come across as egoistic or frivolous. Try incorporating Braille and other accessibility features to make your décor come to life for as many people as possible.

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Every office environment is different, but each should be trying to keep its finger on the pulse of new and emerging trends. ShieldCo Signs supports businesses in curating the exact space they want, from making impactful custom signs that leave a lasting impression on remote clients to crafting décor that makes employees feel at home in the workplace.

Contact ShieldCo Signs to explore the designs that would work best for your office and see some of the custom work we’ve made for other businesses!

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Office lobbies are often hubs of activity, from employees moving about with administrative work to visitors signing in or stopping by to ask questions. As one of the most public-facing spaces in any business, it is essential that the lobby highlights everything that makes the company unique.

This first impression can make or break a customer’s decision to engage with the business or recommend it to friends and custom indoor signs can be one way of piquing their interest. Signage is attention-grabbing because people understand out of habit that signs usually contain important information.

However, simply plastering your logo onto a sign and hanging it in the corner won’t necessarily get your brand identity across. Here are a few do’s and don’ts when it comes to designing an office lobby, from signage to layout and more.

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Embrace brand identity

Your brand is unique, or at least it should be if you want to stand out from the competition. Rather than feeling self-conscious about whether this identity fits in, embrace what makes your business unique! Use décor, such as custom indoor signage, to proudly demonstrate what differentiates your business, from cohesive designs that communicate your orderly and thoughtful business, to logos that keep your company top of mind.

Décor need not be visual, either. For instance, if your business focuses on providing a relaxing atmosphere (think a spa, hotel, or even a medical facility that wants to keep patients calm), embrace soft seating and rounded decorations and signage. Conversely, for businesses staying on the cutting edge (e.g., tech, finance), angular furniture and signage can convey identity without words or images.

Think about the layout

When a customer comes into the lobby, how difficult is it to find what they’re looking for? Designing an office lobby layout should be done with navigation in mind. Avoid putting large, obstructive decorations or seating arrangements between the door and the main destinations, hallways where visitors must go when called, the front reception desk, and so on.

Similarly, consider what visitors will be doing in their spare time, such as when waiting to be attended to. Is it easy for them to find a place to sit or wait? The layout of an office lobby can say a lot about what a business values, including visitor comfort. Cumbersome layouts can come across as cold and impersonal but may feel more welcoming with the right flow and signage for guidance.

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Preserve space

For the sakes of both employees and visitors, avoid overdesigning the lobby. A space full of comfortable seating, coffee machines, and other amenities can still be overwhelming if it requires people to shimmy past each other because there is only a one-person width of space to move.

This is especially important for workers, who need room to go about their business without constantly being slowed by others in their way. Leave enough room around the entrance (or modify it) so that people coming and going are not using the same door.

Don’t:

Create distractions

Interesting installations can be well and good, but what effect do they have on the people in your lobby? Are workers struggling to concentrate because an aesthetically pleasing water feature is sputtering all day? Is there loud or repetitive music that can distract from workers’ attention?

This issue goes both ways: employees might struggle to get work done efficiently, and visitors might not pay attention to the things you want them to because they can’t focus. In some instances, less is more.

Forget first impressions

What is the first thing that visitors (and even employees!) see when they enter the lobby? A striking first impression can hit like a lightning bolt, cementing your position in a visitor’s memory. Consider eye-catching installations, such as backlit metal signs with your logo or an important design. These can not only associate your brand with a specific color or pattern but also help people find your business in the first place!

Ignore color psychology

Color psychology is the concept of how the colors people see impact their opinions or feelings. When creating signage and other office lobby designs, be sure not to neglect the role that color can play in what people think of the business.

Certain shades of blue might make both customers and employees feel sluggish and sleepy, while red can quickly become grating for workers who need to look at it all day.

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Show Off Your Company’s Creativity and Identity

Your company is one in a million, and it should have décor that captures that. Designing your lobby with care is a top priority for anyone who wants to see their employees succeed and their customers return. ShieldCo Signs helps businesses demonstrate their identity by proudly displaying custom signs that blend the efficacy of business advertising with the artistry of truly creative design. Contact ShieldCo Signs to explore your custom options!