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You’ve probably walked into a building and instantly felt lost, confused, or even anxious—just because the signs didn’t match, the font was unreadable, or nothing seemed to guide you. It happens fast, and it happens subconsciously. That’s the power of design—and the cost of inconsistency. Visual consistency in signage isn’t just about aesthetics. It’s about […]

You walk into the ER. Alarms are beeping. People are rushing past. You’re not sure where to go—but you’re supposed to stay calm. For patients and their loved ones, that disoriented moment walking into a hospital can shape their entire experience. In behavioral health settings, it can be even more heightened. A poorly designed environment

You step into the hospital and freeze. The smell of antiseptic hits you, nurses brush past in a hurry, and you’re left standing—confused, anxious, and unsure where to go next. Your loved one needs care, but the signs are outdated, confusing, or missing altogether. Sound familiar? That’s not just inconvenience—it’s stress, vulnerability, and lost time

You’ve parked in the hospital garage, juggling stress, paperwork, and maybe even a loved one in distress—only to stop in your tracks. Where are you supposed to go? The elevator banks aren’t clearly marked, signs point in five directions at once, and you’re already late. Sound familiar? You’re not alone. For many families, hospital visits

You’ve probably been there. A crowded hospital, a government building, or even a senior living center—and for a moment, you feel disoriented. You can’t figure out where to go, what sign to follow, or how to get from point A to point B. Now imagine feeling that every single day. That’s the reality for vulnerable

You’ve walked into a space before and instantly felt disoriented. The signage is confusing, the lighting too bright, the colors too chaotic—and suddenly, your stress levels spike. For individuals dealing with anxiety, trauma, or sensory sensitivity, environments like this aren’t just annoying; they can be completely overwhelming. In mental health settings, where calm and clarity

You walk into a space meant to heal, but instead of feeling calm, you’re immediately overwhelmed—too many signs, confusing hallways, no sense of direction. That’s me, you think, as stress builds before you’ve even reached the waiting room. In behavioral health environments, that moment can make or break a person’s experience. At Miller EG Design,

You walk into a building that’s supposed to help you feel better—but instead, you’re instantly overwhelmed. The hallways are confusing. Signs feel cold or unclear. You’re not even sure where the waiting room is. In a place meant to support healing, the space itself feels like another challenge. If that feels familiar, you’re not alone—and

“Where’s radiology again?” A nurse glances at the clock, the patient in her wheelchair is growing anxious, and somewhere down a maze of identical hallways, a tech is waiting. The delay is only a few minutes—but in healthcare, every minute matters. If you’ve ever been in a hospital or clinic and felt like you needed

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the red tape of sign codes—zoning restrictions, variance applications, height limits, lighting ordinances—you’re not alone. Most business owners assume their contractor or sign vendor has it all covered. But here’s the hard truth: code compliance isn’t always included, and what you don’t know can—and will—cost you.   The Hidden