Lobby Design Ideas

May 30, 2016

First impressions are everything. What does your lobby say when a future customer or client walks in? If the answer isn’t what you’d hoped for, check out our lobby design ideas to see how you can make a better first impression for your brand.

Interior Signs

If you want a professional appearance, a custom interior sign is a way to go. Your company name, logo, or a combination of the two are common for interior lobby and office signs.

Don’t be afraid to get creative with your signage. There are many materials and finishes that you can use, as well as mounting and lighting options.

Here are some lobby design ideas using interior signs as a focal point:

Minimalist branding with dimensional lettering.

Sleek branding with a brushed metal sign; ideal for professional firms (realtor offices, lawyer offices, engineering firms, manufacturing headquarters, etc.).

Be unique with acrylic signs, which can be laser cut for any design.

Get creative with a digital overlay. A digital print can be used with several types of sign materials.

See more lobby sign examples.

Decals

Vinyl decals are an economical way to add pizazz and branding to your lobby. Decals can go on the wall, floor, windows, or even on the receptionist desk. Here are some ideas for what you can do with decals in your lobby.

Logo decals draw attention and emphasize your brand.

Adding a motivational quote helps create an affirmative environment.

Stating your company’s mission statement and/or values promotes positive company culture.

Using decals as custom wallpaper is an easy way to add an aesthetic design to your walls or trim.

Wall Murals

You can take decals a step further and opt for a full-on wall mural for your lobby. Wall murals give you the chance to easily transform any space, as well as the unique opportunity to set the tone and atmosphere of your business. And best of all—they’re fun!

Take your lobby to the next level with some of these wall mural ideas:

Illustrate company culture.

Display important charts and infographics.

Create a transformative space.

Ready to spruce up your lobby interior and start impressing clients? Get a free quote on an interior lobby sign, lobby decals or wall murals.

Also Read: Lobby Signage Strategies for Class-A Office Buildings in Southern California

Gordy Wolfe

President & Owner of Majestic Sign Studio, is a visionary leader based in Corona, California, driving innovation in the signage industry. With a deep passion for transforming brand ideas into tangible, high-impact visual solutions, Gordy has steered Majestic Sign Studio to a reputation for excellence—offering custom indoor and outdoor signs, ADA signage, wall murals, vehicle wraps, and more.

Leading the company since 2012, Gordy brings over 30 years of industry experience—including nearly 21 years as a National Account Manager at AkzoNobel (Glidden Professional) — AkzoNobel is a Fortune 500 global company. His leadership blends deep expertise, creative vision, and hands-on involvement to deliver innovative, high-quality signage solutions. Under his guidance, Majestic Sign Studio combines creative design, precise fabrication, and expert installation to help businesses across the United States achieve standout branding. Every project reflects both aesthetic appeal and strategic purpose—making signage not just seen, but remembered.

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