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Frederik Meijer Gardens
& Sculpture Park ARTS/ENTERTAINMENT/RECREATION
A Premiere Horticulture and Sculpture Park Enhanced with an Organic Blend of Sign Design
The Challenge design took an “outside in” approach while detailed
Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park, a leading informational signs educated visitors about the
horticulture and sculpture park, wanted to expand botanicals and art. Wall wraps highlighted exhibitions,
its 158-acre botanical environment. They needed new and gate signage promoted amphitheater concerts .
signage that blended into the natural surroundings Dimensional letters were installed into granite for the
without overshadowing the outdoor sculpture Concessions Center, along with enticing menu signs.
masterpieces . They also wanted a unique way to
highlight their roster of donors . Donors are crucial to the venue’s success and were
recognized with custom plaques and etched names
The Solution for a distinguished effect. Sponsored locations were
FASTSIGNS focused on creating aesthetically-driven labeled in the sculpture area and in the park .
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solutions for the gardens. A well-organized project
management and installation plan was essential for The Result
the expansive acreage . Thousands of signs brought FASTSIGNS created an artistic and informational
the landscapes to life while maintaining visual design that enabled the customer to imagine the
harmony . The project scope included a welcome possibilities, while creating a consistently branded,
center, cafe and library . modern solution that naturally integrated with the
surroundings .
FASTSIGNS upgraded the entrance monument sign,
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creating a beacon for visitors and setting the tone for *This project was completed by FASTSIGNS of Grand
Rapids, MI.
a world-class garden experience. Wayfinding sign
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