Typography on signage design using the Golden Ratio
In wayfinding signage design for example, there’s an order, or hierarchy, that instantly communicates the most important information first in a way that is clear, concise and reflects the brand. The Golden Ratio can be used to determine the most suitable text size – for example, a location subtitle with a point size of 16 will perform most naturally with a location title of point size 24.
Icons on signage design using the Golden Ratio
You’ll see icons across many of our signage schemes at Signbox. Our internal signs and external signs, including fire and safety signs, room signs and Marcal signs all rely on simplistic, aesthetically-pleasing iconography – by applying Golden Shapes properly, proportions and structure will all sit perfectly within their own space.
Logos on signage design using the Golden Ratio
You only have to study the proportions of the distinctive Apple logo and see how Golden Circles have been applied to the leaf and the bite to create a mesmerizingly simple, yet highly effective logo. We use the Golden Ratio to position our client brands’ logos on a signage design whilst making the most of curves, lines, scale and other elements in the space to draw the eye across the sign to absorb every feature in a clear, coherent and memorable way.
So, it’s clear that, by applying the time-tested theory of the Golden Ratio to signage design, we can project balance and harmony to all elements of a sign. The templates we create for many of our fire and safety signs and clients’ bespoke branded signs become more familiar, welcoming and unforgettable. When it comes to wayfinding signage and other workplace signage schemes, these are often subliminal, yet essential qualities.
If you’d like to know more about perfectly designed architectural, interior or exterior signage schemes, please contact Signbox on +44 (0)1784 438688 or visit signbox.co.uk.