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Wayfinding That Works: Helping Families Navigate Hospital Campuses with Ease

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 […]

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Supporting Vulnerable Populations with Better Signage and Spatial Clarity

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

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How Thoughtful Wayfinding Reduces Overstimulation in Mental Health Settings

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

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Behavioral Health Design Best Practices: Wayfinding That Supports Mental Wellness

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,

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The Psychology Behind Signage: Wayfinding Strategies for Mental Health Facilities

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

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Improving Staff Efficiency and Patient Safety with Intuitive Healthcare Signage

“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

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What You Don’t Know About Sign Code Compliance Could Cost You

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

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The Art of the Variance: Navigating Sign Code Exceptions with Confidence

In the world of signage, the rules aren’t always black and white—and that’s where the art of the variance comes in. At Miller EG Design, we’ve seen time and again how a well-crafted sign can elevate a brand, enhance a space, and create a meaningful connection between a business and its audience. But sometimes, the

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Clear Paths, Clear Minds: Enhancing Patient Experience with Behavioral Health Wayfinding

In the world of behavioral health, the environment plays a crucial role in healing. A calm, welcoming, and easy-to-navigate space helps reduce anxiety, promote comfort, and set the stage for positive treatment outcomes. At Miller EG Design, we specialize in transforming healthcare environments by implementing intentional wayfinding solutions tailored specifically for behavioral health facilities. Our

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Designing Calm: How Custom Signage Supports Mental Wellness in Healthcare Environments

In healthcare environments, every detail matters—not just for efficiency and navigation, but also for the emotional well-being of patients, visitors, and staff. Amid sterile hallways and high-stress situations, custom signage plays a surprisingly powerful role in creating a calming, reassuring atmosphere. At Miller EG Design, we specialize in designing custom signage solutions that promote clarity,

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