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Questions we get asked a lot

Straight answers to the things most people want to know before starting a signage project.
01

What exactly does a signage design studio do?

Answer

We design signs and wayfinding systems and produce the documentation needed to build them. Think of us as the architect for your signage: the plans, specs, and drawings that fabricators and installers build from. We don’t manufacture or install signs ourselves.

02

Why wouldn’t I just have my sign company handle the design?

Answer

You can, and many do. But sign companies are optimized for production, not design development, so the creative tends to stay safe and the documentation tends to stay thin. Design development and documentation are our entire job, not the thing squeezed between production runs.

03

How much does a typical project cost?

Answer

It depends on scope. A single storefront sign design might run a few thousand dollars, and a multi-building wayfinding program with full documentation runs well past that. We’ll give you a clear estimate once we understand the project.

04

How long does a project take?

Answer

Simple projects wrap in 2–3 weeks. Complex wayfinding systems with several buildings and decision-makers can take 2–3 months.

05

Do you work with clients outside of Oregon?

Answer

Yes. Most of our work is remote, and we’ve worked with clients across the country. Local projects get site visits, and remote ones work from photos, surveys, and architectural drawings.

06

What do I need to get started?

Answer

A conversation. Tell us about your project: the space, the goals, the budget range, and the timeline. If you have architectural drawings, photos, or brand guidelines, those help too, but they’re not required to start.

07

Can you help with permits?

Answer

Yes. We research local sign codes, prepare permit-ready submittals, and coordinate with your jurisdiction. We’ve handled everything from straightforward commercial permits to historic district reviews.

08

Do you offer revisions?

Answer

Every project includes revision rounds, typically two to three depending on scope. Our process catches most issues early, so revisions tend to be refinements rather than overhauls. If the scope changes, we’ll discuss it first.

Good signage starts
with a conversation.

Every project is different. Let’s talk about yours.