Univision Chicago Rebrands May 20, 2014 Office Lobby Signs Sometimes all a company needs is a brand new look, and nowhere is that more evident than the world of television. In an industry so dominated by appearances, coming out with a brand new “you” can help you stay relevant in the eyes of your viewers. Chicago-based Spanish language network Univision knew this when they... Read More
Crealta Pharmaceutical’s New Office Reception Sign May 1, 2014 Dimensional Sign Letters Office Lobby Signs When customers come into your business, you want to convey a message. That message could be professionalism, creativity, assurance, or any other number of feelings you wish to invoke. If you’re not actively creating the message, your customers and clients could be receiving one anyway. One of the quickest and easiest ways to convey such... Read More
Lincoln Police Department Honors a Fallen Hero with Bas Relief Plaque April 16, 2014 Plaques Some plaques are harder to make than others. While we treat each job separately and as seriously as we can, some take on an even deeper meaning here at Impact Signs. Such was the case with the bas relief dedication plaque we created for Officer Sean A. Collier. Sean became the youngest Auxiliary Sergeant in... Read More
UIC Department of Opthalmology Department Chairs Plaques March 26, 2014 Plaques Many schools, especially colleges and universities, show off their history when they’re able. It resonates with new students and alumni alike knowing that the school they attend or attended is rich with knowledge and tradition. Seeing this tradition and history every day also gives them a sense of pride knowing they’re part of a storied... Read More
A Case Study of the Ryan Specialty Group Relocation March 12, 2014 Office Lobby Signs Vinyl Graphics Relocating is always an exciting time. Even if you completely adored the old location, there’s just something about coming out with a brand new face of a company that’s exhilarating. It’s a time for new beginnings, new paths, and possibly new customers and clients. Recently, Ryan Specialty Group, a Chicago based organization devoted exclusively to... Read More
Etched Bronze Plaque Memorializes a Lost Jazz-Age Landmark February 24, 2014 Plaques You won’t find Boston’s Gaiety Theatre on Washington Street anymore. Despite a valiant effort to keep it around as a historic landmark, the once bustling theatre was razed in 2005, just shy of its 100th birthday. To help commemorate this historic venue, we worked with Linda Ziemba of Trace Designs to create an etched bronze... Read More
Trace Design – Gayety Theater Etched Bronze Plaque – Boston February 21, 2014 Bronze Plaques “Boston’s most modern playhouse: A model of comfort.” When the Gaiety Theatre (later renamed Gayety Theatre) opened in 1908 not many people realized it was constructed in only 5 months time. This experimental architecture utilized “cheaper materials for good effect.” The standard for buildings at the time were stone, masonry, brick, and/or wood or steel.... Read More
Stainless Steel Photo Plaques Commemorate a Historic Aviation Site February 5, 2014 Plaques It’s important to remember that no matter where you go in this country there is always a rich history just beneath the surface. We were reminded of this when were commissioned to design, produce, and install a series of stainless steel photo plaques near a Costco in Alexandria, Virginia. We talked with the General Contractor,... Read More
Johnson Law Office Signage – Chicago, IL December 19, 2013 Exterior Signs Office Lobby Signs When Chicago based firm Johnson Law contacted us about making their new signs, we knew we had a special challenge ahead of us. The law firm has a unique branding that conveys wisdom as well as youthful vigor – combining old and new school mentality and practices. We knew their corporate law office signs had... Read More
Rededication of the FDR Presidential Library and Museum Bronze Plaque December 9, 2013 Plaques Earlier this year, we were proud to help the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum in Hyde Park, NY enter a brand new era. After three years of renovations and additions, the library finally completed the work in time for its rededication on June 30th, 2013, the 72nd anniversary of the original dedication. Impact... Read More