When setting up or refreshing an office in Perth, signage usually falls into one of two categories: an afterthought or a game plan.
Your space needs to work for your team while making the right impression on clients walking through the door. Between intense WA sun breaking down cheap materials and the open plan layouts typical of modern fitouts, getting your print and signage right matters.
Here are six practical signage and print items every modern Perth office should have sorted.
1. Reception Feature Logos (Making the First Impression Count)
Your reception wall is the first thing clients see when the lift doors open or they step through the front door. A flat paper print or a cheap banner pulled up in the corner does not build trust.
What works best:
- 3D Acrylic Lettering: Clean, modern, and raised off the wall to catch natural light.
- Brushed Metal Finishes: Great for law firms, finance, and corporate headquarters wanting a timeless look.
- Backlit or LED Logos: Adds depth and makes your brand pop, even in dimly lit reception areas.
Pro Tip: If you lease your office space, ask for stud mounted options with small spacers. They look premium and are straightforward to repair when your tenancy ends.
2. Boardroom Window Frosting (Privacy Without Blocking Light)
Modern Perth offices love glass partitions. They let natural light flood through the floor, but they also mean everyone walking past can see what is on your presentation slides during a confidential meeting.
Etched frosting vinyl solves privacy issues without making your meeting rooms feel dark.
Key options:
- Full Height Band Frosting: Blocks the direct line of sight while leaving the top and bottom of the glass clear.
- Custom Cut Logo Patterns: Incorporates your company logo or custom geometric patterns cut directly out of the frost.
- Printed Frosting: Allows you to print subtle gradients or graphics onto the frosted film for added visual interest.
Beyond privacy, frosting acts as visual safety markings so staff do not accidentally walk straight into a glass door.
3. Custom Wall Wraps and Murals (Injecting Life into Blank Drywall)
Nobody likes staring at blank plasterboard all day. Custom feature wall wraps can transform a plain hallway, lunchroom, or open plan work area into something that reflects your culture.
Unlike standard paint, commercial vinyl wall graphics give you total control over the design.
Popular office uses:
- Core Values and Mission Statements: Bold typography in breakout spaces or entry halls.
- Local Photography and Maps: High resolution graphics of the WA coastline, Perth skyline, or project site maps for mining and engineering firms.
- Timeline Walls: Showcasing your company history and milestones along a main corridor.
We use matte laminates on wall wraps so you do not get harsh reflections from overhead lights or bright afternoon sun streaming through the windows.
4. Acoustic Wall Panels and Printed Felts (Taming Office Noise)
Open plan offices look great, but the echo can be brutal. Between phone calls, video meetings, and chatter, noise travels fast across polished concrete or hard vinyl flooring.
Printed acoustic panels absorb sound and double as artwork.
Why they work:
- Noise Reduction: Reduces ambient noise and echo in boardrooms and open spaces.
- Customisable Prints: Panels can be direct printed with artwork, brand colours, or subtle patterns to blend seamlessly into your fitout.
- Flexible Layouts: Available in custom shapes, baffles, or full wall tiles.
5. Wayfinding and Room Signage (Keeping Things Moving)
If clients or new staff have to wander around lost looking for the amenities, boardroom, or exit, your wayfinding needs work.
Clear, branded directional signs keep your space organised and professional.
Essentials to cover:
- Door Plaques: Meeting room names, toilet and amenity signs, and utility room markers.
- Directory Boards: Located in main lobbies or liftwells to direct visitors to the right suite.
- Braille and Tactile Signs: Required for Australian building compliance standards in commercial properties.
6. Branded Corporate Stationery and Onboarding Kits
Signage covers the walls, but tactile print materials leave the building in your clients’ hands. High quality paper stock still makes an impact in a world full of digital noise.
The core office setup:
- Premium Business Cards: Thick paper stock, velvet laminates, or spot UV finishes for a tactile feel.
- Presentation Folders: Perfect for dropping off proposals, quotes, or project plans.
- Staff Onboarding Packs: Branded welcome folders, notebooks, and pens for day one new hires.
Quick Material Guide for Perth Conditions
Indoor Walls
- Recommended Material: Premium Cast Vinyl with Matte Lamination
- Why It Matters: Stops glare from lights and will not shrink over time.
Glass and Windows
- Recommended Material: Polymeric Frosted Vinyl
- Why It Matters: Handles direct WA heat through glass without bubbling.
High Traffic Areas
- Recommended Material: Scratch Resistant Laminate
- Why It Matters: Prevents scuffs from chairs, cleaning equipment, and bags.
Need Help Planning Your Office Signage?
Whether you are moving into a fresh tenancy in the CBD or updating your current space, getting the right mix of print and signage makes a massive difference to how your business feels day to day.
If you want to talk through materials, measure up glass partitions, or see physical samples of finishes, give us a shout or pop by our O’Connor workshop.
