MEET THE 2023
Winners
Architectural Sign
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Spencer Signs
Gold
The judges were highly impressed with the "Harrier Park" project and had nothing but positive words to say. They commended the attention to detail, the work's quality, and the job's complexity. The judges were particularly impressed with how the project was presented and felt it was stunning. They also appreciate the thought put into presenting the project.
Goodwin & Goodwin
Kingly Court, Carnaby Street, London
Silver
Poppy Signs
Worden Hall, Free Standing Post Signs
Bronze
Illuminated Sign
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Sovereign Signs
Gold
JD Gyms - FJGS Newcastle-under-Lyme
The judges were thoroughly impressed with JD Gyms' project, which won a gold prize. They praised the scale of the project, the use of traditional neon, and the attention to detail that was put into achieving the desired look. They were particularly impressed with how the project perfectly captured the brief and made the gym look serious and inviting.
Designs Signage Solutions
Miniso - Westfield
Silver
DMA Signs
The Rep Theatre
Bronze
Interior Decor
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Sovereign Signs
Gold
Nestle - York
"The Nestle-York project was awe-inspiring, and it's clear that the team put a lot of effort into making it stand out. The logo and back wall were particularly striking, and I loved the use of waves and the green and blue backgrounds. Nestle definitely deserved their gold prize for this outstanding project." - said one of the judges.
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Signmode
Whole Foods Market - Richmond Decor Refresh 2022
Silver
Beyond Signage
Queen's Student Union
Bronze
Roll-out
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Custom Signwriting
Gold
Slim Chickens
The judges, Michelle, Cameron, and Paul, were all impressed with the project and gave it a golden prize. They particularly liked using different substrates and hand-painted bricks, which they thought were beautifully executed. The judges also appreciated how the city's artwork was incorporated into the design, giving it a unique and authentic feel.
Astley
Phillips 66 JET Rollout
Silver
iQ Branding Solutions
2000 NEW GUINNESS PUB SIGNS ACROSS ISLAND OF IRELAND
Bronze
Traditional Sign
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Custom Signwriting
The Rainbow, Beavertown Brewery
Gold
The Rainbow sign at Beavertown brewery is a masterpiece, and the judges agreed about its complexity and beauty. Cameron acknowledged the difficulty of painting in such tight spaces but praised the team for excelling. The team had done a fantastic job mapping it out and hand-painting it color by number, using the rust of the background as part of the effect.
SIGNCO
The Sea Shack
Gold
The Sea Shack sign received high praise from the judges, who were impressed with the complexity and fabrication of the sign, particularly considering it was created by what appeared to be a one-person company. The judges were especially impressed with the use of Portobello paints, which allowed for a realistic rusty effect on the sign.
Morgan Signs & Design
Prince Of Wales @ Reigate
Silver
Goodwin & Goodwin
Borough Yards - SE1
Bronze
Wayfinding Scheme
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Astra Group
Gold
Wellington Place, Leeds
The judges were blown away by the Wellington Place Wayfinding Leeds project, which earned a well-deserved gold prize in the Wayfinding Scheme category. Cameron was impressed, calling it "awesome," while Michelle appreciated how well it fits the space and did the job cleanly. Paul loved the oblique angle approach and thought the material design was spot on.
DMA Signs
Scarborough Council, Whitby Town Centre
Silver
Signbox
22 Bishopsgate, London
Bronze
Best in Show
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Winner
Spencer Signs
Harrier Park
The planning, execution, manufacture, and delivery of this architectural masterpiece is totally on point and tick all boxes. From conceptual planning to the production and finishing, placement of the sign within its environment and the presence of understanding what type of facility you've arrived at has been extremely well thought out.
Sustainability in Signage
Winner
Greens the Signmakers
Matt Hanley from MTWO - Matching Talent With Opportunity, the sponsor of this category, said: "All the entrants demonstrated exactly what the industry needs right now, but Iva stood out." Our judges agreed, "She's well educated and dedicated, with a drive towards continuous learning. What a worthy winner!"
Highly Commended
Revolution Signs
Young Signmaker
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Winner
Dillon Hollinger
Off The Wall Creative
Dillon Hollinger's passion for sign-making was truly inspiring, and it's great to see a young signmaker with such dedication and enthusiasm. His willingness to learn and try new things is a testament to his commitment to the craft, and we can't wait to see what unique creations he'll come up with in the future.
Highly Commended
Lois Dentale
Sauce
Industry Champion
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Winner
Sam Armstrong
Make It Happen Signage Consultancy
Sam Armstrong is truly a remarkable industry champion and her contributions to the sign trade in the UK have been outstanding. She stands out amongst her peers as a clear leader, and her passion for educating and empowering individuals within the industry is truly inspiring. Her commitment to filling the gap in knowledge and understanding for sales reps who knew nothing about what they were selling is remarkable.
Highly Commended
David Allen
Allen Signs
Signage Company of the Year (under 30 employees)
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Winner
Goodwin & Goodwin
Goodwin & Goodwin is an exceptional company that deserves winning the "Signage Company of the Year (under 30 employees)" category at The Sign Awards! The judges spoke highly of the company, noting their exceptional creativity, unique approach, and stunning designs. The company started as a marketing agency and leveraged its existing client base to build a successful signage business.
Highly Commended
Off The Wall Creative
Signage Company of the Year (30+ employees)
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Winner
Greens the Signmakers
The judges all had positive feedback about the company's work and passion. One of them admired their artistry and preferred their work over the others, while the other one highlighted their passion for the craft. The judges' feedback underscores the company's exceptional talent and dedication to their art, making Greens the Signmakers a standout in their category.
Highly Commended