So since that seems to be what you are looking for, I pulled some additional pictures of some of my favorite manufacturers that I think do well in the area of ADA reception desks. I think you will agree that function and ADA compliance can come together in these reception desks without compromising design style. I might add that these manufacturers are also surprisingly affordable.

Featured below are ADA reception desk creations by:

Artopex

Groupe Lacasse

Paoli

Check out this PDF from Mayline on how their reception lines can meet ADA compliance as well.

For more information on specifics for ADA reception desk compliance check out ADA guidelines.

You may also like my previous posts on ADA compliant office furniture and ADA reception desks by ARD furniture.

There are many other wonderful manufacturers that handle ADA compliant reception desks. You can check out the reception links tab on my blog for even more helpful information.

 

 

In the past you have had roughly two choices-

1. Cheap laminate or wood conferencing solutions with limited technology and sizes limiting your functionality

OR

2. Expensive wood furniture costing thousands of dollars for a small space.

So you can understand my excitement when Mayline came out with their Real Office line and their extensive line of meeting and conference tables.

I remember the first time I was trying to find a small wood conference table for a private office. I only had $300.00 to spend. Yikes, that did not leave me with many options or at least not any that I would want to sell. I came across the Corsica small round wood veneer table  from Mayline for $279.00 at the time for a 42″ Rd wood veneer table. I actually called the factory to see if it was a typo. I couldn’t believe that this wood veneer table could be so reasonable. I ordered the table and have ordered many since then. It is beautiful, functional and priced right.

Since then Mayline has really stepped up and added some beautiful additions to their line. You can check out their conference and meeting table brochures below. This highlights only some of their options.

Conference Brochure

Training and Meeting Table Brochure

A Few of the Reasons to Check out Mayline Conference and Training Tables

1. All styles from Contemporary, Transitional to Traditional.

2. Laminate and Wood options available

3. Various ways to handle the technology of today in a tasteful manner.

Training table power options

Conference table power options

4. For training and meeting High Pressure Laminate tables you can choose from any standard Wilson Art, Nevamar standard laminates at NO UPCHARGE and NO MINIMUM QUANTITY. Making this an excellent design choice.

5. Various sizing capibility. Some lines up to a 30′ wood stylish conference table within 3-6 week turn around. This is un heard of.

6. Most items are in stock or easily delivered to you within a 3-6 week period.

7. Companion pieces such as lecturns, presentation boards and buffets available for most lines.

8. Seating that is compatable and affordable, yet offering an edge in forward thinking design.

9. Nesting capabilities and reconfigurability for many models. I love the Napoli Nesting table and the Flip and Go Training tables.

10. Most all of the lines in Real Office  by Mayline come with a whole family of offerings. This allows you to outfit the reception, conference and office spaces with a consistant designer look.

Below is the Napoli Real Office Family of products from Boardroom to Reception giving you the idea behind the full family of products concept.

Napoli Family of Furniture by Mayline

If that isn’t enough to entice you to browse, consider a couple of more things.

Mayline offers White Glove Installation Services that is second to none. This is wonderful when you are a company that is national and or your local dealer can not service those areas. The Mayline crews are professional and consistant.

Finally, the customer service department  is just plain fabulous. They take my calls with care and concern and have always delivered on all levels above and beyond what is expected.I can not say enough good things about this company and their lines. Mayline is a full service manufacturing company. In addition to office and conferencing solutions they can do complete projects including high density filing, mail-rooms and server rooms. Their offerings are extensive.

So next time you are in the need of conferencing and meeting spaces know there are options that are both stylish and affordable. Read more about Mayline and their capabilities at www.mayline.com or contact me if you have further questions or needs.

 

That said they want it all.

The systems furniture needs to be adaptable, aesthetically pleasing but most of all affordable. That can be hard to find if you don’t know where to look. However, lucky for me and my readers I have a PERFECT solution.

One of my favorite products since I have been introduced to it about 3 years ago, is Interworks EQ by Kimball Office. This product has been around for decades and continues to offer a strong presence in the market place. But don’t let the longevity fool you. The product has been updated to accommodate new technology, growth and expansion, and designers eyes.

So why is this product one of my favorite solutions. It really can deliver on all fronts. Check out how below.

Interworks EQ has adapted to the changing  work environment, while offering a variety of aesthetic and affordable solutions.

Electrical and Technology perks- With the exception of the full glass panel, the panels can house base or mid electrical and data. A great added benefit to the panel is its immense space allotment in the top channel for high tech data requirements. 

The 4 circuit 8 wire system can be configured to a 3-1  -3 hot – on separate ground and neutral with a single hot with a dedicated isolated ground and neutral  for computer protection. Or, you can also configure a 2-2 configuration with 2 hots sharing one ground and neutral and the other 2 sharing the other ground and neutral. Check with your electrician and furniture supplier on the building supply to determine your options. The electrical components are installed with a simple snap in assembly and jumpers between panels to reduce install time.The solutions are simple but effective.

Universal Hinge connector- Having a universal connector makes change and reconfiguration much simpler. The hinge connector allows for versatile arrangements in L, T, X or 120* configurations. This can create a world of adaptability some other systems just don’t offer without a great deal of hassle.

Reduced cost of Installation- In addition to the snap in electrical and the universal hinge, Interworks EQ panels come with top cap, wire-way panel, hinges and glides and carpet grippers ready on each panel. So the installer is not wasting time searching for components to install.

Another great added benefit is the specification tools.As a Designer this proves to be invaluable. Kimball Office Interworks EQ has programs with Auto-Cad, 2020 Imagine, Giza as well as other manufacturers software. Auto hardware is available on many of the software programs and changing from configuration to configuration is a breeze with the specifying tools. This saves money and time and insures a good order and install the first time around. This I know from experience!

Varying heights and width or panels and components-

Monolithic Panels- Full fabric tack-able acoustical panels are the most affordable configuration and offer the widest range of possibilities. You are able to create reception systems areas all the way to management areas.

Widths- 18″,24″,30″,36″,42″,48″,60″

Heights- 34″,42″,48″,54″,62″,66″,80″

Full Glass Panels- Want a full glass look, well Interworks EQ has it. Heights available at 62″,66″ and 80″H. Widths are available in 24″,30″ or 36″

Sectional Panels- This offers style, individuality and functionality. You are able to keep private areas private and other areas visible where needed. With the combination of fabric , glass( both clear and frosted) and metal sections you can create a unique look that is functional and aesthetically pleasing. You can attach the sectional panels to the monolithic panels and use only where needed to save on expense while still delivering the results you need and want.

Sectional panels come in the same heights as the monolithic panels and same widths up to 48″.

With the exception of the glass sections you can even specify different fabrics and looks on each side. This gives you even more versatility and design options.

Stack-able Panel Sections- The ultimate in versatility. Want short panels now but you may need to add sections later to create more private environments. You want to be able to adjust to different work environments as times change. You may want to consider Interworks EQ and the stack-able solution. You don’t have to worry if you need to add privacy later, because you can!

Stack-able sections are fabric or glass and come in 12″,14″ or 18″ H. The widths match all panels sizes of both the sectional and monolithic panels. You can stack up to 2 stacking sections high up to 32″ H not to exceed 80″H or 66″H depending on original configuration.

Privacy Panels and Hinged doors- This is one of my favorite options on the Interworks EQ system. The privacy panel can offer just enough of the private office without the added expense. The privacy panels can come in all fabric, translucent glass, or fabric/marker board combination. You can see in the gallery below how I used the privacy panel on a job I installed. A more traditional hinged door is available for the 80″H systems office areas.

Compatibility with components of other Kimball Office Products-Using Kimball Office Footprint ,Perks and Traxx you can open up an even broader design pallet as well as cost savings. Your local Kimball Office sales person can guide you on how this can save space and time. The storage possibilities and organizations tools are endless.

Sustainability- And if all that isn’t enough you should check out the sustainability of the system. Interworks EQ exemplifies Kimball Office commitment to the environment. It is certified as low emitting furniture, fully Indoor Air Quality( IAQ) compliant and can contribute to LEED-CI points.

So now you get an idea on why I LOVE this product. Until the end of 2010 Select Kimball Office dealers are running a HUGE special on this product. To take advantage of that special contact me.

The authors present a holistic approach to development, renewal, and leadership that provides powerful insights and incentives to individuals in every walk of life.

While some of the book does pertain to our roles as leaders in organizations, it definetly sketches a profile of how their principles apply to the whole person.

“Leaders are the stewards of organizational energy—in companies, organizations and even in families. They inspire or demoralize others first by how effectively they manage their own energy and next by how well they mobilize, focus, invest and renew the collective energy of those they lead. The skillful management of energy, individually and organizationally, makes possible something that we call ‘full engagement.”

Consider the opening paragraphs of this book.

“We live in digital time. Our rhythms are rushed, rapid fire and relentless, our days carved up into bits and bytes. We celebrate breadth rather than depth, quick reaction more than considered reflection. We skim across the surface, alighting for brief moments at dozens of destinations but rarely remaining for long at any one. We race through our lives without pausing to consider who we really want to be or where we really want to go. We’re wired up but we’re melting down.”

“Most of us are just trying to do the best that we can. When demand exceeds our capacity, we begin to make expedient choices that get us through our days and nights, but take a toll over time. We survive on too little sleep, wolf down fast foods on the run, fuel up with coffee and cool down with alcohol and sleeping pills. Faced with relentless demands at work, we become short-tempered and easily distracted. We return home from long days at work feeling exhausted and often experience our families not as a source of joy and renewal, but as one more demand in an already overburdened life.”

 

Principle 1: Full engagement requires drawing on four separate but related sources of energy: physical, emotional, mental and spiritual.

Principle 2: Because energy diminishes both with overuse and with underuse, we must balance energy expenditure with intermittent energy renewal.

Principle 3: To build capacity we must push beyond our normal limits, training in the same systematic way that elite athletes do.

Principle 4: Positive energy rituals-highly specific routines for managing energy-are the key to full engagement and sustained high performance.Making change that lasts requires a 3-step process:

• Define Purpose,
• Face the Truth and
• Take Action.

The authors describe the connectivity of the 4 sources of energy (physical, emotional, mental and spiritual) in “The Mind and Body Are One”.   Two key words are used, flexibility and resilience.  Notice:

Physical strength, endurance, flexibility and resilience we readily grasp at the physical level, however these markers also are applicable to our mental, emotional, and spiritual capacity.  

“Emotional flexibility reflects the capacity to move freely and appropriately along a wide spectrum of emotions rather than responding rigidly or defensively. Emotional resilience is the ability to bounce back from experiences of disappointment, frustration and even loss.

Mental endurance is a measure of the ability to sustain focus and concentration over time, while mental flexibility is marked by the capacity to move between the rational and the intuitive and to embrace multiple points of view.

Spiritual strength is reflected in the commitment to one’s deepest values, regardless of circumstance and even when adhering to them involves personal sacrifice. Spiritual flexibility, by contrast, reflects the tolerance for values and beliefs that are different than one’s own, so long as those values and beliefs don’t bring harm to others.

In short, to be fully engaged requires strength, endurance, flexibility and resilience in all dimensions.”

From their research the authors offer many cases examples to demonstrate that their approaches are factual and that they work. It’s a breakthrough discovery and could save careers and help transform organizations if their approach is followed.

I say “if” because, like any new regime, this approach will run into a set of corporate obstacles, principally the resistance of top management in finding and implementing these ideas. Some of what the authors advises, wise though it may be, will run right into the face of traditions in the workplace many are unwilling to change.

The authors plainly apply one of Aristotle his leading principles (in medio stat veritute, “virtue lies in the middle”), however, they show that balance is not static–a middle, dead zone–but is found by balancing one extreme (stress) against the other (recovery). That’s the key to full engagement.

Stress and recovery have to be done in balance (as with physical exercise) and it is necessary to plunge fully into both to get out of the dead zone in the middle. Most performance in today’s organizations is in this middle ground between rest and stress; but the high achievers stretch their capacity enough to let it bounce back stronger the next time after a reprieve. Most workers and managers don’t do either: they live and work in a zone of half-tired, half-dozing caused by our culture’s ignorance of–and hostility toward–managing energy naturally and effectively.

The back end of the book is devoted to “The Training System” which are chapters that guide the reader to take action and get results. Attitude, rituals, daily tasks, diet, vision, and purpose are analyzed and described. And a summary of the Corporate Athlete caps it off, including some useful charts.

For the American who lives in digital time, whose pace is rushed, rapid-fire, and relentless, facing crushing workloads, and who tries to cram as much as possible into every day so that who is  wired up, but melting down, I recommend the reading of this book for the secret of full engagement and a healthful, happy and balanced life.

Review written by Gerard Howell

Being in a strange country of even just an area of town that doesn’t speak your native language can be a scary situation. You can multiply that times ten when it becomes an emergency situation. 

 Below are a list of common Spanish sentences and phrases that can be helpful in an emergency situation.

• Will you help me?          ¿Me ayudas?(may eye-yoo-dahs?)
• Please Help!                        ¡Ayuda por favor!(eye-yoo-dah pohr fah-vohr!)
• What Happened?             ¿Que’ paso’?(kay pah-soh?)
• I don’t know.                       No sé .(noh say.)
• I can’t breathe.                  No puedo respirar.(noh poo-way-doh rehs-peer-ahr.)
• She needs a doctor.         Ella necista un doctor(ay-yah neh-seh-see-tah oon dok-tohr.)
• Where is a phone?           ¿Dónde hay un teléfono?(don-day eye oon tel-ay-foh-noh?)
• Where is a hospital?       ¿Dónde está el hospital?(don-day ehs-tah ehl ohs-pee-tahl?)
• I’ve just been robbed.    Alguien me robo’.(ahl-gee-ehn may ro-boh.)

Some additional words

• help                                           ayuda(eye-yoo-dah)
• health                                      la salud(lah sah-lood)
• pills                                           las pastillas(lahs pahs-tee-yahs)
• headache                                el dolor de cabeza(ehl doh-lohr dehl es-toh-mah-goh)
• stomachache                        el dolor del estómago(ehl doh-lohr dehl es-toh-mh-goh)
• cough                                        tos(tohs)
• an injury                                la herida(lah ehr-ee-dah)
• pain                                           la pena(lah pay-nah)
• infection                                 la infección(lah in fek-see-ohn)
• fever                                         la fiebre(lah fee-ay-bray)
• police                                        el policía(ehl poh-lee-see-ah)
• embassy                                  la embajada(lah em-bah-ha-dah)
• passport                                  el pasaporte(ehl pas-ah-pohr-tay)
• insurance                              el seguro(ehl say-gu-roh)
• throat                                      garganta(gahr-gahn-tah)
• blood                                         la sangre(lah sahn-gray)
• bone                                          el hueso(ehl oo-way-soh)
• body                                          el cuerpo(ehl koo-ehy-poh)
• heart                                        el corazón(ehl kor-ah-zohn)
• foot                                            pie(peeeh)
• leg                                              pierna(peeehr-nah)
• chest                                         pecho(peh-choh)
• arm                                           brazo(bvrah-soh)

So you have finished your renovation or construction and chosen the perfect furniture for your office or home, and you step back to admire the work.

Then it hits you! Something is missing. Artwork!

Everyone knows that art is the ultimate accessory, but what style do you use and where do you look to find that perfect piece? Well wonder no more. Here is a look at some of the styles of art and a few of my favorite Nashville artists that can WOW you with their talent without you having to take out a loan to afford their fabulous artwork. 

Artists use many styles in their paintings and drawings. Here are some of the more common styles of art.

Abstract- This is a type of art where the art itself doesn’t have to make sense or be recognizable things that appear in the real world . People can look at abstract art and see various different things. It is generally not specific objects but rather shapes and color that give this artwork its magnificent flare and affect on emotions.

Famous abstract artists you may recognize are Sonia Delaunay and Jackson Pollack

Cubism- This is modern art made up mostly of paintings. The paintings generally use geometric shapes to express the nature of the artwork. This is not a realistic view of a particular thing or person but rather a view of the object or person by using shapes. In most cubism paintings you can recognize the object being portrayed even if it isn’t a true realistic view.

Famous cubism artists are Pablo Picasso and Marc Chagall.

Expressionism- In expressionism art, the artist is most interested in expressing a particular feeling or emotion through the painting. They may use bright colors to express happiness, or dark colors to express a sad mood. The texture and type of medium that is used can also provoke an emotional response. It is all about feeling and expressing ones emotions on a subject.

Famous expressionist artists include, Marc Chagall and Ludwig Kirchner.

Fauvism- Fauvism was a style that lasted only about 4 years starting in 1905. The movement was led by Henry Matisse. Subject matters where painted very simply but using bold and bright colors and contrasts in patterns. This style was named after the French word Fauvism meaning  ”Wild Beast”. This name was appropriate  because of the intense colors  and patterns used.

The most famous fauvism artist was the leader of the movement Henry Matisse.

Impressionism- Impressionism began in France in the late 19th century and early 20th century. These paintings look as though the artist only glanced at the subject he or she is painting. The paintings do not offer much detail. Generally, they are of outdoor scenes such as landscapes and buildings. Bold colors with a shimmering appearance make these paintings extremely intriguing to look at.

Famous impressionist artists you are sure to recognize are Claude Monet and Pierre Auguste Renoir. This is one of my favorite art styles.

Pointillism-This is an amazing style. The artist uses points and quick brush strokes that when seen from a distance create an image. The dots blend together to  make incredible colors that create detailed shadows and depth of picture.

Famous pointillism artist are Paul Seurat and Paul Signac.

Pop Art-Pop art is art that takes everyday items and paints them in a brash and colorful way. This art is inspired by advertising, comic strips and popular entertainment. It is short for “popular art”. 

An example of a  famous pop artist would be Andy Warhol.

Post Impressionism- This style began in the 19th century. It consists of mainly still lifes and landscapes. The style is full of varying shades of colors and shadows.

The name Vincent Van Gogh sound familiar? He is the most famous post impressionist artist.

Primitivism-This style of art looks as though it is done by a child. It is very simple. The artwork is usually 2 dimensional and has a very flat appearance with little to no depth.

Henry Matisse and Paul Klee did many pieces of art in this style.

Realism- Realism is a type of art that shows things exactly as they appear in real life. It began in the 18th century and continued into the 19th century. Most realist were French but this was also popular among some American artists.

Some famous realism artists are Leonardo de Vinci, Henri de Toulouse  Lautrec and Daumier Thomas Eakins

Surrealism-Surrealistic art is made to look dreamlike. The artist uses familiar objects but in a different and mysterious way than you might normally expect. It is used to evoke emotion, while striving to enlighten its audience to a new or different way of looking at things.

Two famous surrealism artists are Salvador Dali and Henry Rousseau.

So now that you know a little bit about the different styles of art ,the next time you look at a piece of artwork think about the influence and style of the piece.

To complete your home or office with fabulous affordable art. Check out some of my favorite Nashville Artists.

Randy Elrod-www.sacramentallife.org/

Lisa Gardiner - www.pbjcreations.com

Judy Klich- www.judyklichart.com

Charla Steele- www.kenzartcreations.com

What is your favorite art style and what do you think the style of my favorite Nashville artists are? Love to hear your thoughts.

Many people think that “Cinco de Mayo” is the day that Mexico gained it’s independence, but that is not true.

So why is the day so significant? And why should Americans savor this day as well?

Because 4,000 Mexican soldiers smashed the French and traitor Mexican army of 8,000 at Puebla, Mexico, 100 miles east of Mexico City on the morning of May 5th, 1862.

The French, Spanish and English troops landed in Mexico 5 months earlier with the intention of collecting Mexican debt from the new democratic government under the presidential rule of Benito Juarez an Indian. The Spanish and English Troops collected their debts and left the country. However, the French under the rule of Emperor Napoleon III had other intentions and did not leave.

Emperor Napoleon III  brought over a Hapsburg prince, Maximilian,to rule the new Mexico. The French had not been defeated in over 50 years and proved not to be afraid of anyone. Since the United States was involved in its own civil war they did not pose a threat to Napoleon and the French army.

The French, armed with the finest modern war equipment, left from the Port of Vera Cruz and set out to destroy Mexico City. The French believed that if they conquered Mexico City that the rest of the country would surrender.

Texas native General Zaragosa ordered Colonel Diaz and his cavalry( considered the best in the world) to attack the French. The French in turn sent their men to chase Diaz. The French were destroyed by the superior cavalry. The remaining French soldiers charged the Mexican defenders through terrible rain and storms to face charging cattle and Indians armed with machetes. When the battle was over many French were killed or badly wounded and those left were being pursued by Diaz and his superb cavalry.

The Mexicans had WON a great victory!

That victory, kept Napoleon III from supplying the Confederate army with weapons for almost a year. This allowed the Union Soldiers to build up their army,which then allowed them to win the battle of Gettysburg just 14 months later, essentially ending the Civil War. 

Once the Civil War was ended,Union forces were then rushed to the Texan/Mexican boarder by lead of General Sheridan who supplied the Mexicans with all the weapons and ammunition it needed to fight the French. American soldiers were discharged of their uniforms and riffles if they would join the Mexican army to fight the French. Mexican and American  side by side defeated the French. The American League of Honor march in victory along with the Mexican Army in a Victory parade in Mexico City.

In gratitude, thousands of Mexicans crossed the border after Pearl Harbor to join the U. S. Armed Forces. Still today Mexicans remember the loyalty and help from the Americans during that war in 1862 and are willing to help America fight for its freedom at the possible cost of their own lives.

That is why “Cinco de Mayo” is such a celebration! It is a celebration about liberty and freedom. It is about two countries fighting side by side together since May 5th, 1862 to preserve the rights and freedoms both countries hold so dear.

Celebrate and remember your friends! Viva, el Cinco de Mayo! 

Life is in the details.

So is a successful interior environment. One detail that is often an after thought is interior signage. Yet it is this detail that can enhance or hurt an experience for your patron or customer.

Here are some helpful planning tips to get you started that will provide not only a functional way finding environment but one that is aesthetically pleasing as well.

Where do I need signage?

Below is a list of some basic Interior Signage and locations

Directories- look for a product that is available in a full range of lens configurations as well as one that can accommodate a printed insert enabling the system to be updated as necessary 

 Locations:

• Lobbies
• Elevator exits
• Stairwell exits

Floor Directional- Look at products that have inserts that can be updated easily.

Locations:

• Corridor intersections
• Elevator exits
• Stairwell exits

Overheads-

Types: wall mount, flush ceiling mount, or suspended

Locations:

• Lobbies
• Corridors
• High traffic areas impeding visibility of wall signage

Evacuation Maps- Make sure the signage is in accordance with local code. Maps need to have a changeable insert.

Locations:

• Elevator exits
• Stairwell exits
• Hotel Rooms
• Classrooms

Conference Rooms

Locations:

• Conference rooms
• Meeting rooms

Office/Suite/Room Identification- Check ADA guidelines and Braille capabilities. Look for non-glare and clean flush appearances.

Locations:

• Offices
• Hospital/Assisted Living/
  Patient Rooms
• Hotel Rooms
• K-12 and University classrooms
• Other areas where signage must accommodate change.

Misc. room Identification- Look for ADA complaint and Braille requirements. May want multiple lines of text option.

Locations:

• Restrooms
• Stairwells
• Any secondary (non-office) room
• Common Areas

Workstation Nameplates- Look for inserts that can easily be updated. Various mounting option may include tape, pin, magnet, Velcro and under-cap attachment.

Locations:

• Workstations
• Open office environments

Flag Mounts- Flag mounts are double sided and typically oriented horizontally, however, they may be mounted vertically as well. Both orientations are perpendicular to the wall.

Locations:

• Lobbies
• Vestibules
• Corridors
• High traffic areas impeding visibility of wall signage
• Restrooms

Interior Stairwells- Fire and building code typically requires that stairwells in buildings of three floors or more identify the floor and exit point. Raised text and Braille are not required.

Locations:

• Interior stairwells

Does my business need ADA compliant signage? If so what are the ADA regulations for signage?

Take Form- a commercial architectural interior signage company does a wonderful job explaining ADA compliance requirements in this PDF. It is simple and easy to understand.

ADA Compliant Interior Signage Regulations

Ready to get started? Consider this information when choosing an interior signage provider  and planning your environment .

1.Be able to provide basic facts about the project  

• Your name, title and contact information
• Company & address
• What kind of project is it (hospital, residence hall, corporate office, etc)?
• What is the stage of the project (planning & design, construction, etc)?
• Have interior finishes been selected? If yes, describe
• Occupancy date
• What is the project size (signage budget, number of signs, overall project budget, square footage, etc)
• Have sign types, quantities and locations been determined? If no do you need someone to perform these programming functions?
• Will the signs be purchased on GSA, state or other contract?
• Please supply a floor plan in .dxf or .dwg format if possible. Supply room #’s and or room names.
• Floor plans need to indicate fire extinguisher stations and fire alarm pulls down.

2. Design concerns

• Select materials to be used, colors and finishes.
• Note that some non standard finishes my result in longer lead times.
• Talk to your signage representatives about what materials and styles would best suite your environment.
• If LEED credit points are needed check with manufacturer for sustainable signage products that will work in your environment.

3. Way finding and Programming

• Understand the level of way finding required.
• Identify every location with a role in the signage network (type of sign).
• Consider position and viewing distance.
• Designate sign types, message copy and content.
• Address all ADA and life/safety compliance issues.

4. Quotation and Approvals- Look for a company that will supply you a detailed quotation with the following information.

• Rendering of the signs
• Location plan
• Message schedule
• Installation details
• Cleaning and Maintenance information
• Printed Insert Templates where needed
• Reorder information for future needs

5. Installation- Make sure you have qualified, certified licensed installers that will correctly install your signage needs. Federal and Local codes must be met to insure a clearance from local and federal agencies for occupancy.

Below is a list of some interior signage companies that are leaders in the industry.

You can also contact me for more information.

Hello or Hi                          Hola (oh-lah)

Good Morning                  Buenos dias  (Bway-nohs dee-ahs)

Good afternoon               Buenas tardes (bway-nohs tar-dehs)

Good Evening                   Buenas noches (bway-nahs no-chehs)

How’s it going?                ¿Como` te va? (Koh-moh tay vah?)

 What’s happening?     ¿Que` pasa? (Kay pah-sah?)

What’s going on?

You may also notice that we use bueno and buena. This has to do with the gender of the word it precedes. Ex: dias is masculine and tardes and noches are feminine. You use an o with masculine and an a with a feminine word.