Friends of the Elderly Day Centre Graphics & Acrylic Signs

Brightening interior spaces for Friends of the Elderly

Friends of the Elderly is a charity which provides activities to promote social interaction and reduce loneliness amongst older people.  At their bright and airy Day Centre in Woking, attendees are encouraged to take part in arts and crafts, quizzes, baking and more.

There’s also a patio and lawn area for exercise and gardening, with specially trained staff on hand to assist those with dementia and other ailments. Better yet, with low income grants available, anyone who’d benefit from getting out and about can access this community hub.

We were therefore more than pleased to offer our assistance to this great local cause! In just two days, we transformed the centre with branded messaging and custom photographs. We hope that our graphics have helped to make the centre even more welcoming for visitors.

Let’s take a closer look at the project in more detail…

Creating an inviting reception area with mixed media

As the first thing people see when they arrive, creating an inviting reception area was key to this project. The main desk is now backed by decorative acoustic wood panels with a brand new logo mounted on top. To achieve this, we created a shaped transparent acrylic panel with concealed stand-off fixings for a 3D effect. We then applied a bespoke vinyl logo decal to the rear, colour-matched to their branding and the entryway’s feature wall.

To balance out this corner space, we also designed and printed a full-size vinyl wrap for the adjoining wall. The seam-free design features a candid large-format HD image supplied by Friends of the Elderly of a staff member and visitor taking part in an activity. Plus a bullet-point list of the charity’s mission and values – the perfect introductory snapshot for anyone new.

Multipurpose printed vinyl wraps and decals

Similar wall graphics were created for other areas too, with full-colour imagery used to add character to plainly decorated rooms. We also incorporated short bursts of text into each design to reinforce the charity’s aims at a glance. A simple but effective way to keep staff motivated! And if the messaging needs updating, the wrap can be peeled off and replaced.

We also printed additional photographs of people using the day centre onto vinyl decals and mounted them onto clear acrylic. These panels were then fixed to the walls with stand-off fixings to create an eye-catching, personalised display. This subtly promotes the activities the centre has to offer, and highlights the great relationships staff have with attendees. Win win!

Branded navigational signage

Lastly, we produced a number of acrylic and aluminium Dibond signs to help visitors navigate the centre more easily. This include internal signage, for example to mark the entrance and central office, as well as some exterior panels too. Namely weather-resistant parking signs in Friends of the Elderly’s signature blue branding to distinguish permit-holder only bays for staff.

In fact, we can produce robust Dibond signs in many sizes, colours and finishes to suit your needs. What’s more, they will not rust in wet weather or fade when exposed to the sun’s rays.

Customise your company premises with our help

From flexible vinyl wall wraps and self-adhesive decals to durable aluminium signage, Bluedot Display offers bespoke graphics for various applications. Plus a full design and installation service. Contact us now to discuss your needs and to receive a free, no-obligation quote.