Custom Sign Solutions for Every Business

Building-Mounted Signs

• Channel Letters: illuminated or non-illuminated, front-lit, reverse halo-lit

• Flat Cut Letters: metal, acrylic, or other materials mounted directly

• Cabinet/Box Signs: rectangular or custom-shaped enclosures with lighting

• Blade/Projecting Signs: extend perpendicular to the building, often double-sided

• Wall Graphics / Vinyl Lettering: directly applied branding or messaging

Freestanding Signs

• Monument Signs: low-profile, ground-level, often masonry, metal, or stucco base)

• Pylon / Pole Signs: taller, elevated structures for highway or street visibility 

• Post & Panel Signs: economical, simple freestanding panels on posts

Electronic & Digital Signs

• LED Message Centers: programmable, high-visibility displays for dynamic content

• Digital Billboards: large-format, high-traffic advertising displays 

• Interactive Kiosks: touchscreen-enabled, combining wayfinding and information

Directional & Wayfinding Signs

• Parking Lot & Campus Signs: to guide vehicles and pedestrians

• Directional Arrows & Entrance Signs: to improve navigation to businesses or buildings

Specialty Exterior Signs

• Window Graphics & Perforated Vinyl: brand visibility while maintaining natural light

• Awnings & Canopies with Graphics: shade + branding

• Dimensional Plaques & Panels: metal, stone, or composite branding

• Temporary & Event Signs: banners, yard signs, construction site signs

Identification Signs

• Room Identification Signs: conference rooms, offices, classrooms, etc.

• Name Plates: desk or wall-mounted, interchangeable or fixed

• Department/Area Markers: lobbies, cafeterias, labs, etc.

Wayfinding / Directional Signs

• Directional Arrow Signs: hallways, corridors, lobbies

• Overhead Ceiling Signs: airports, hospitals, campuses

• Directory Boards: lobbies with tenant or department listings

• Floor Graphics: arrows, footprints, branded navigation cues

ADA & Code-Compliant Signs

• ADA Room Signs: raised text and Braille, proper contrast, non-glare finish

• Exit & Stairwell Signs: illuminated or non-illuminated per fire/life safety codes

• Restroom Signs: pictograms, tactile lettering, Braille

• Elevator & Emergency Egress Signs: floor level, evacuation maps

Informational Signs

• Regulatory Signs: No Smoking, Authorized Personnel Only, PPE Required

• Building Maps & Directories: often paired with “You Are Here” markers

• Digital Screens: rotating announcements, schedules, real-time updates

Branding & Environmental Graphics

• Lobby & Reception Signs: dimensional logos, illuminated wall features

• Wall Murals & Supergraphics: large-scale branded or decorative graphics

• Glass & Window Films: privacy frosting, patterns, or branded designs

• Donor Walls & Recognition Displays: universities, hospitals, nonprofits

Temporary & Changeable Signs

• Insert/Frame Signs: swap out paper or graphics in lobbies or hallways

• Event & Conference Signage: portable stands, retractable banners

• Interactive Digital Kiosks: wayfinding maps, directories, event schedules

LED Signs

• Monument LED Signs: freestanding at entrances, shopping centers, or campuses

• Building-Mounted LED Signs: mounted on walls for visibility from roads or walkways

• Message Centers (EMCs): programmable boards that display text, graphics, or animations

Digital Displays

• Video Walls: large tiled LED or LCD screens used in lobbies, stadiums, or retail

• Menu Boards: digital displays for restaurants, cafeterias, and concession stands

• Informational Screens: placed in lobbies, corridors, or breakrooms for announcements

• Conference Room / Meeting Room Signs: small panels showing schedules and room status

Interactive Digital Kiosks

• Wayfinding Kiosks: touch-enabled maps for campuses, hospitals, malls, airports

• Self-Service Kiosks: ticketing, check-in, payment, or ordering stations

• Directories: interactive business or tenant listings for office buildings and retail centers

Specialty Digital Signs

• Wayfinding Kiosks: Transportation Displays: flight, train, or bus schedules

• Scoreboards & Stadium Screens: real-time game and event information

• Window Projection / Transparent LED: integrates into glass for storefront advertising

• Outdoor Digital Billboards: large-scale roadside advertising displays

Corporate & Institutional Digital Signs

• Employee Communications Screens: KPI dashboards, HR info, safety alerts

• Education & Campus Boards: class schedules, events, wayfinding

• Healthcare Digital Signage: patient information, queue systems, directories

Wall Graphics & Murals

• Full-wall or partial-wall vinyl graphics

• Custom printed murals for branding, storytelling, or inspiration

• Textures and patterns that align with a brand’s identity

Window & Glass Graphics

• Frosted, etched, or privacy films

• Branded window decals and full-coverage prints

• Perforated vinyl allowing one-way visibility

Floor Graphics

• Directional floor decals

• Safety or wayfinding markers

• Branded or decorative elements for high-traffic areas

Dimensional & 3D Graphics

• Logo walls with dimensional lettering

• 3D sculptural elements such as custom-fabricated icons or symbols

• Layered signage with lighting, metal, or acrylic finishes

Exhibit & Display Graphics

• Trade show booth graphics

• Event backdrops and branded display panels

• Interactive or digital displays integrated with print

Architectural Graphics

• Graphics built directly into architecture

• Feature walls, ceiling treatments, or column wraps

• Custom finishes blending signage with the environment

Themed & Experiential Graphics

• Branded environments for hospitality, retail, or entertainment

• Graphics that immerse visitors in a theme or story

• Sports venues or campuses that use branding to create energy

Supergraphics

• Oversized graphics spanning walls, floors, or ceilings

• Bold, large-scale branding for high-impact visibility

• Commonly used in lobbies, atriums, or stadiums

Wayfinding Environmental Graphics

• Large-scale visual cues like arrows, color zones, or icons

• Campus or multi-building navigation systems

• Designs that blend function with brand identity

ADA Compliant Signs

• Room Identification Signs: permanent spaces such as offices, classrooms, restrooms, and mechanical rooms; include tactile raised lettering, Grade II Braille, and high-contrast, non-glare backgrounds

• Restroom Signs: men’s, women’s, unisex, or gender-neutral restrooms with pictograms, tactile lettering, and Braille

• Exit & Stairwell Identification Signs: tactile/Braille signage at doors to stairs, exits, and passageways

• Elevator & Floor Level Signs: tactile text, Braille, and high-contrast visuals inside and outside elevators

• Directional & Wayfinding Signs (when ADA-required): permanent directional signs must meet legibility, contrast, and mounting standards

• Overhead & Projected Signs: must use sufficient character height and contrast to remain legible from a distance

Code-Compliant Signage

• Exit Signs: illuminated, typically red or green, required at every exit and along exit routes

• Egress Path Markings: photoluminescent or illuminated strips in stairwells and exit pathways (NFPA 101 and IBC)

• Emergency Evacuation Maps: “You Are Here” maps with exit routes, extinguisher and alarm locations (required in hotels, dorms, public facilities)

• Fire Safety Signs: fire extinguisher and alarm location signs, plus warnings such as “No Smoking / Oxygen in Use” in medical facilities

• Occupancy Load Signs: maximum occupancy postings in assembly areas such as restaurants, gyms, and meeting halls

• Hazard & Safety Signs (OSHA/ANSI aligned): Danger, Warning, and Caution signs; PPE requirements; electrical access notices

Local Code & Specialty Requirements

• Height & Size Restrictions: local planning departments may limit exterior ADA/code signage dimensions

• Multilingual Requirements: Spanish, Chinese, or other languages often required depending on community demographics

• Illuminated Signage Rules: restrictions on backlit or illuminated signs in certain zoning districts

At BLR Visual Communications, we handle the entire sign permitting process, so you don’t have to. From initial site surveys and code research to submittal and approval, our team ensures every project complies with city, county, and state regulations. We prepare all necessary documentation—including site plans, elevations, structural details, and letters of authorization—and coordinate directly with planning and building departments to streamline approvals.

Our expertise across Bay Area jurisdictions helps clients avoid costly delays, fines, and re-submittals. Whether it’s a single building sign or a multi-site rollout, BLR manages every step of the permitting process with precision, transparency, and local know-how.