Surf City-Topsail, N.C.
          Beach House Signs Start to Finish
                              by Tom Bradford

What are some steps for making a Tom Bradford Custom Beach House Sign?

Building a Beach House Sign

For a one of a kind Beach House Sign ...

truly hearing what you, our client, is saying. I, Tom Bradford, believe in asking for details, thoughts on design, copy, layout, and then ask for more. I listen to what you say, and that means between the lines too. I think the most important thing is to build a good relation through communication. Most of the time I find that a client will understand that what he wants the way he wants it is doable. Of course, this only works if he trusts you, and you need to be 100% honest, and to do what you said you would do in time. I think freelancers needs to be extra creative, not just in their field of artistry and designing; but finding the best solution to meet their expectations, and to give them a little extra they didn't expect.


The first step for your unique Beach House Sign

ESTABLISHING THE NAME OF HOUSE

          People use all kinds of inspirations to name their beach homes. Some beach house owners name their house after well known coastal spots or places they have had happy vacations at like "Top Sail" for Topsail Island or "Surfing the Big City" for Surf City. Sometimes the view from the property is used like Ocean View, Wave Breakers, or Soundside Look Out. Some home owners name their residence with terms like personal words such as Serenity, Heaven on Earth, or Madhouse etc. The point is that naming your beach house provides an overall theme and is also very popular in the design.


The second step for constructing your custom Beach House Sign is

I, TOM BRADFORD PROVIDE AT LEAST 3 SKETCHES

          Sketches are a freehand drawing that is not usually intended as a finished work for your beach house sign, but provide a point of reference and a great tool for designing the perfect sign that reflect your individuality and creativity.


In step three for a Tom Bradford Beach House Sign,

A SKETCH IS SELECTED BY CLIENT

          Betty Goodwin said it best, "Drawing is the simplest way of establishing a picture vocabulary because it is an instant, personal declaration of what is important and what is not." By selecting a sketch it makes the process truly personal and ensures that the theme for your sign is truly personal to you.


In step four of your custom Beach House Sign,

A SELECTED SKETCH IS REFINED AND SENT TO CUSTOMER FOR APPROVAL OR CHANGES

          At this stage, the sketch is a specific method to record an idea for later use in designing your beach house sign. This sketch primarily serves as a way to implement the final draft idea and establish a clarity for composition. The dispersal method is usually by US Postal OR E-mail unless another method is specified and furnished by the client.


In step five

THE PRE-PRODUCTION STAGE; IN WHICH THE PRICE IS ESTABLISHED.

          A deposit of one half, 50% of the quoted price is standard and the balance is C.O.D., upon delivery and customer approval.
*Beach House Sign Price Guide*:
          HOUSE SIGNS HAVE SOLD IN THE RANGE OF A LOW OF $175 UP TO $ 1100 The high end has been for a beach house sign that was large scale, a extensive amount of research performed, a great amount of cut-out shapes and letters, and installation. On average a Tom Bradford custom beach house sign averages $475-$575. A Tom Bradford custom beach house sign is adding exciting value to your real estate investment. Price is what you pay once. Value and enjoyment is what you get for a lifetime.
          PROFESSIONAL INSTALLATION IS OPTIONAL AND AVAILABLE AT A NOMINAL COST --$50 - $75

And in the final stage PRODUCTION BEGINS

          Production time is usually 4 to 6 weeks subsequent to the deposit being received.


          If you are in the deciding, idea construction, or designing phase, please fill free to browse through our beach house sign portfolio. This may provide you with ideas or avenues for your custom designed beach house sign.


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