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How we work together.

A straightforward approach that respects your time and budget: clear steps from concept to fabrication-ready drawings.

Discovery

We start by understanding your space, your audience, and your goals. The context comes from the site, not from assumptions.

Discovery — Phase 01
Deliverables
  • Site analysis
  • Stakeholder interviews
  • Project brief
  • Code & zoning review
  • Existing conditions survey
  • Audience mapping

Strategy

Before we touch design software, we map the wayfinding logic: where people enter, what decisions they make, and what information matters most.

Strategy — Phase 02
Deliverables
  • Wayfinding strategy
  • Sign location plan
  • Message schedule
  • Sign type matrix
  • Hierarchy framework
  • Nomenclature system

Design

Now we design, with fabrication and budget in the room from the first concept. We iterate on your feedback until it’s right.

Design — Phase 03
Deliverables
  • Design concepts
  • Material specifications
  • Budget estimates
  • Color & finish palette
  • Typography system
  • Mockups & renderings

Documentation

Everything your sign company needs to build exactly what we designed.

Documentation — Phase 04
Deliverables
  • Fabrication drawings
  • Specifications
  • Installation guide
  • Permit packages
  • Bid-ready files
  • QA checklist

What you can expect.

Three promises we make on every Tradecraft project.

Straight talk.

No jargon, no runaround. If something won’t work, we’ll tell you why and what will work instead.

Budget respect.

We design for your budget, not against it. Fabrication-aware design means fewer surprises and better value.

One point of contact.

You work directly with us, the actual people designing your project. No account managers, no handoffs.

Good signage starts
with a conversation.

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