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Architectural signage · Buildings & developments

Architectural signage that belongs to the building

Building names, monument signs, entrance features, lobby walls and suite signs, designed to match the materials of the building. We work from the architect's drawings and coordinate with the site team.

Large bronze-finish 1315 address numerals at a building entrance

Designed with the building, not after it

The best architectural signs look like they were always meant to be there. We start from the architect's drawings and material palette, then propose sign types, sizes and finishes that fit the building's lines.

A partner for developers and property managers

On larger projects we produce a full sign schedule (every sign, its location, size and message) and shop drawings for approval, and we coordinate installation dates with the site team. When the building needs more signs years later, we still have the drawings.

Where it works

Common uses for architectural signage

New developments

Building names, address numerals and entrance monuments for condos and commercial buildings.

Lobbies and amenity spaces

Feature walls, directories and suite signs that match the interior design.

Building rebrands

Replacing outdated signage across a property in one coordinated package.

How it works

From photo to installed, with one team.

  1. Photo and brief

    Send a photo and what you need. We measure and check the by-law and landlord rules.

  2. Drawing and price

    A scaled drawing on a photo of your building, with a fixed price and schedule.

  3. Permit and build

    We file the permit and fabricate in our Scarborough shop.

  4. Install

    Our own crew installs, connects and tests it.

Pricing

What affects the price

Every sign is made to measure, so we quote each one. These are the things that move the number most.

  • Scope of the package (how many sign types and locations)
  • Materials and finishes specified by the design team
  • Integrated lighting
  • Site access and coordination with other trades
  • Engineering and permits for exterior and freestanding pieces

Questions

Architectural signage: common questions

What counts as architectural signage?
Signage designed as part of the building rather than added on afterwards: entrance monuments, building names, lobby walls, tenant directories and exterior features that share the materials of the structure.
Can signage match our building's materials?
Yes. Choosing materials and finishes is part of design. We work with anodized and brushed metals, powder coat, patina finishes, glass and stone so the sign reads as part of the architecture.
Do you work from an architect's drawings?
Yes. We work from the drawing set and the site conditions, produce shop drawings for the design team to approve, and coordinate installation with the general contractor.
Can you handle a whole building's signage?
Yes, from exterior identification and monuments to lobby, suite, parking and wayfinding signs, in one package with one schedule.

Planning architectural signage? Send a photo and we'll send back a drawing and a price.

Two quick steps. We handle the permit. Or call 416-495-9888.

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