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Beacon Lakes Prologis Gateway Branding Campaign

Fri, 13 May 2022 14:17:47 GMT

Beacon Lakes Prologis Gateway

"The Beacon Lakes Retail Center was a huge success with Glen's design expertise for the freestanding shopping center signage. We asked Glen to step-to-the-plate again to create an upgraded contemporary design for the existing gateway wall. As always, he did not disappoint".

Ira Waitz, Senior Development Manager, Retail Group

Stiles Corporation, Fort Lauderdale Florida

The Scope Of The Project

Contemporary Design
Internally Illuminated Identity
Utilize existing structure without additional engineering
Design within pre-determined budget

The Steps We Took

Extensive on-site survey
Sign Code review to ensure design / code compliance
3D design study
Scaled fabrication standards for permit / manufacturing

What We Accomplished

Working with the Stiles and Prologis Teams, we created a series of 3D designs that incorporated the contemporary architectural ques from the Beacon Lakes Retail Center for the Gateway display. The scope of work included dimensional front lit / back lit illuminated "BEACON LAKES" primary message as well as the "PROLOGIS" identity icon. Decorative illumination included a continuous recessed upper cove lighting package with concealed landscape lighting. The Gateway Identity features smooth APOLIC sheeting, raised horizontal banding and a decorative "blade" style capital feature. A multi-dimensional illuminated anchor tenant display completed the design experience.

Skyway Marina District

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 20:57:19 GMT

Skyway Marina District Gateway Identity

skywaymarinadistrict.org

4801 37th Street South, Saint Petersburg, FL 33711

"The Skyway Marina District has great potential for development and growth with unique amenities, location, and community. Through proper planning the District can become a commercial hub that can compete with neighboring areas. Thomas Signs was able to help us capture that through their incredible design and ability to work in a multifaceted environment."

The Scope Of The Project

Create a vision for the Skyway Marina District
Show ways in which to implement that vision
Show the potential for development and growth with unique amenities, location, and community
Durable and vibrant design

The Steps Taken

Interviewed stakeholders including board members and community leaders.
Working with the City of Saint Petersburg, reviewed project plans and conceptual materials
Drew preliminary sketches for review
Developed draft designs for manufacturing and engineering review
Created final revisions for review and authorization.
Project Manage / Site Coordination

What We Accomplished

As Director of Design for Thomas Sign & Awning, Clearwater Florida, I was tasked to create a series of design conceptuals for the Gateway Entrances into the Skyway Marina District, Saint Petersburg Florida. This was a design competition that was organized by the Skyway Marina District Chair and Board of Directors, in conjunction with the City of Saint Petersburg. The competition was based on creativity, vision and the ability to design within budget. The display specifications included exterior and interior lighting. Thomas Sign won the competition and was awarded the contract based on one of the design submittals. The outstanding Team at Thomas did a fantastic job of taking the "vision" and creating a reality that stands today as sharp as it did when it was installed in 2015.

Pee-Pa's Garage Craft Brewery

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 20:40:42 GMT

Jim Brown

www.peepasgaragecraftbrewery.com

6340 49th St. North, Pinellas Park, FL 33781

"The process of working with Glen was amazing. We knew exactly what we wanted and he took the time to listen and ask questions so that he could really understand our vision. He was very responsive and timely with his replies throughout the whole process, which made it very easy to communicate with him!"

The Scope Of The Project

3D Interior and Exterior Design Concepts
Nostalgic "Old School" Garage theme
Design and Engineering of Exterior Signage and Awning Systems
Project Management / Coordination

The Steps We Took

Create "Master Branding Standards" for Marketing Team
Scaled details and engineering for all exterior
components.
Project coordination with manufacturing trades to ensure completion of scope
Design / Build to budget

What We Accomplished

Working with Jim to help capture his ideas, we created 3D interior and exterior design concepts with the vintage feel he envisioned. From interior material selections, colors and layout to exterior awning and signage retro designs, we captured a nostalgic vibe that is inviting and fun. The colors play on rust and reclaimed wood, brick, and other building materials. The hand painted wall sign with the distressed finish to the vintage Chevy pickup truck really brought Jim's dream to a reality. The scope of work included upgrading the existing pylon sign with a 6MM Electronic Message Center powered by CIRRUS. The pylon enhancements, including the "EMC", greatly increases the "curb appeal" of the business and provides instant contact and marketing capabilities with thousands of potential customers. Look for the Grand Opening of Pee Pa's Garage Craft Brewery this June!