DRAKE COMMISSARY – GHOST SIGN-INSPIRED EXTERIOR SIGNAGE
Blending History with Modern Design
Drake Commissary, a well-known bakery, bar, and larder, sought to enhance the exterior of their building while preserving the historic ghost sign aesthetic of the Scythes Company Limited structure. The project beautifully integrates modern branding with the building’s vintage character, creating a seamless and visually striking design.
Project Highlights
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Ghost Sign Integration
- The original ghost sign motifs were incorporated into the new signage, maintaining the heritage feel of the space.
- The design respects the past while bringing in the modern branding elements of Drake Commissary.
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Custom Signage Elements
- The green accent adds a fresh contrast to the brick wall, making the signage stand out while staying cohesive with the historic setting.
- The unique typography layout was designed to work around a projector wall, which is used in the summer for outdoor projections.
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Execution & Techniques
- The sign was painted using vinyl stencils for precision.
- The work was carefully executed to preserve the integrity of the historic wall while achieving crisp, modern lettering.
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This project is part of our larger work on 128 Sterling Rd. – Scythes Company Limited Sign Restoration.