Blackpool & Fylde College

The new facility wasn’t just another library, it was a hub for digital learning, collaboration, and creativity. The college wanted it to feel fresh, engaging and relevant to students of all ages, a place that inspired people to return.

The design consultancy had developed a bold, contemporary concept that perfectly captured that energy. The name “The Loop” said it all. A place where people could connect, share knowledge, and stay in the loop.

Our role at Signs Express Glasgow was to take that vision and make it real through high-quality, precision signage that felt part of the architecture rather than something simply placed on it.

The client was clear from the outset: No plain printed panels. No generic fixings. No flat graphics glued to PVC.

They wanted something that would integrate with the interior design, letting the colours, textures and shapes of the painted walls come through. The signage had to complement the environment instead of  cover it up.

On top of that, the branding required very specific Pantone colours to match the newly refurbished interiors. Every shade had to align perfectly with the college’s visual identity.

Working closely with the design consultancy, our production team at Signs Express Glasgow developed a detailed workflow to ensure total accuracy from concept through to installation.

We started by digitally printing the required Pantone colours onto premium-grade vinyl, then computer-cut the graphics to allow the wall colour to show through where required. This layering created a crisp, contemporary look that felt integrated with the room’s design.

To make installation smooth and precise, we split the artwork into multiple files, adding a part bleed on adjoining sections so the colours flowed seamlessly once fitted. Each section also included a dedicated cut layer to guide alignment during installation — a small but vital detail that ensured every line and letter sat perfectly straight across the entire 12-metre span.

Our installation team worked methodically, aligning each section by hand and double-checking spacing against the digital layout plan. Because of the size and complexity, the fitting was approached in stages to maintain consistency.

The result was a flawless finish — no visible joins, no misalignment, and no distortion of colour or text. The final wall graphics looked as though they had been painted directly onto the surface, perfectly balancing practicality, legibility and design flair.