Environmental Graphic Design

Engaging experiential graphic design at Story Creek Elementary School features playful illustrations of birds and natural elements, creating an engaging visual experience that reflects the surrounding landscape and inspires curiosity among students.
Great design doesn’t stop at walls and windows – it guides, informs, and inspires the people who move through a space. Our environmental design process is built on collaboration, ensuring that your signage, graphics, and brand expressions are seamlessly integrated and grounded in your vision.
We listen first, then lead – bringing clarity, identity, and accessibility to every space. Environmental graphic design, also referred to as experiential design, is the bridge between architecture and experience. It shapes how people navigate, connect with, and understand a place. From wayfinding and ADA compliance to storytelling and branded environments, we blend creativity with technical execution. We define strategy, material standards, and compliance guidelines, then partner with vendors through fabrication and installation. This results in environments people can easily navigate and never forget.

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Types of Environmental Graphics

We turn code and compliance into design assets. ADA, occupancy, and regulatory signage are not afterthoughts – they’re key touchpoints. Every element is made to perform and elevate the user experience.

From full-scale murals to tactile installations, environmental graphics turn blank surfaces into memorable moments that reinforce identity and spark emotion. These pieces anchor your space in story and visual impact.

This is where strategy meets execution. We define clear standards for size, color, materials, placement, and messaging – ensuring every sign aligns with your brand and built environment. Our comprehensive sign plans equip vendors and fabricators with everything they need to deliver consistent, accurate signs from start to finish.

Your booth should do more than take up space – it should steal the show. From design to installation, we create displays that clearly communicate your value and products, leaving a lasting impression from concept through setup.

Interpretive signs connect people to place and story. Whether explaining landscapes, public art, or history, our displays balance compelling content with strong visual design to deepen the visitor experience.

Big spaces can be overwhelming – but they don’t have to be. We create master sign plans for complex campuses, healthcare facilities, and multi-use environments that reduce confusion and help people feel informed. By defining hierarchy, messaging, and visual language, we make navigation intuitive and consistent.

Retail displays should work as hard as your sales team. We design point-of-purchase (POP) experiences that showcase products, tell your story, and increase engagement – while fitting perfectly within retail spaces.

Wayfinding isn’t just about getting from A to B – it’s about how people feel as they navigate their way through spaces. Our systems prioritize clarity and accessibility, creating intuitive journeys that connect to a bigger story of place.

Architectural Signage

We turn code and compliance into design assets. ADA, occupancy, and regulatory signage are not afterthoughts – they’re key touchpoints. Every element is made to perform and elevate the user experience.

Arts, Murals & Sculpture

From full-scale murals to tactile installations, environmental graphics turn blank surfaces into memorable moments that reinforce identity and spark emotion. These pieces anchor your space in story and visual impact.

Interpretive Signage

Interpretive signs connect people to place and story. Whether explaining landscapes, public art, or history, our displays balance compelling content with strong visual design to deepen the visitor experience.

Master Sign Plans

Big spaces can be overwhelming – but they don’t have to be. We create master sign plans for complex campuses, healthcare facilities, and multi-use environments that reduce confusion and help people feel informed. By defining hierarchy, messaging, and visual language, we make navigation intuitive and consistent.

Signage & Wayfinding

Wayfinding isn’t just about getting from A to B – it’s about how people feel as they navigate their way through spaces. Our systems prioritize clarity and accessibility, creating intuitive journeys that connect to a bigger story of place.

Comprehensive Sign Plans

This is where strategy meets execution. We define clear standards for size, color, materials, placement, and messaging – ensuring every sign aligns with your brand and built environment. Our comprehensive sign plans equip vendors and fabricators with everything they need to deliver consistent, accurate signs from start to finish.

Retail & POP Displays

Retail displays should work as hard as your sales team. We design point-of-purchase (POP) experiences that showcase products, tell your story, and increase engagement – while fitting perfectly within retail spaces.

Event & Tradeshow Displays

Your booth should do more than take up space – it should steal the show. From design to installation, we create displays that clearly communicate your value and products, leaving a lasting impression from concept through setup.

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Environmental design is where form meets function. We create immersive experiences that align architecture, brand identity, and human connection – bringing clarity, confidence, and impact to every space.

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