Pergola-Style Monument Sign for Sign Company — Custom Structure with Suspended Sign Panel

Project Type: Monument Sign (Double-Sided, Pergola Style)

Location: Florida, USA

Client: Sign Company (Reseller)

Industry: Sign Company / Commercial Signage

Product System: Custom Pergola Monument Sign

Materials: EPS Core with Polyurea Hard Coat

Timeline: 2–3 weeks

Result: Delivered a custom monument sign combining a faux brick column, pergola-style beam, and suspended sign panel, matching the client’s concept and ready for installation.

PROJECT OVERVIEW

A sign company required a custom monument sign with a pergola-style structure, based on a concept drawing provided by the client.

The project included:

• Faux brick column with integrated logo
• Horizontal beam structure (pergola style)
• Suspended sign panel with branding
• Dimensional lettering and logo
• Double-sided configuration

The objective was to translate a multi-component design into a stable, install-ready structure while maintaining proportions and visual balance.

THE CHALLENGE

Context

• Non-standard monument design (not a solid block structure)
• Combination of vertical column + horizontal beam + hanging panel
• Fabrication through a reseller

Constraints

• Structural coordination between multiple connected elements
• Maintaining alignment between column, beam, and panel
• Matching client-provided design proportions

Risks

• Structural instability in suspended components
• Misalignment of hanging sign panel
• Inconsistent finish across different elements (brick, beam, panel)
• Installation difficulties due to multi-part geometry

THE SOLUTION (ENGINEERING APPROACH)

Material Approach

• EPS core used for all structural components
• Polyurea hard coat applied for durability
• Fine sand finish for smooth surfaces
• Faux brick texture applied to column
• Painted per client specifications

Structural System

• Reinforced internal structure within column and beam
• Suspended panel supported via integrated mounting points
• PVC sleeve (D=3”) included for installation post alignment
• Designed to maintain rigidity across horizontal span

Fabrication

• Column fabricated with faux brick detailing and cap
• Horizontal beam produced as a continuous structural element
• Sign panel constructed and mounted as a suspended component
• Dimensional lettering and logo applied
• Delivered as a coordinated structure for installation

Customization

From client drawing

• Overall width: approximately 78”
• Overall height: approximately 54”
• Sign face: approximately 27”H x 40”W
• Column width: approximately 20”
• Beam depth: approximately 4”
• Column includes raised circular logo element
• Hanging panel framed and centered under beam

The final structure maintains the proportions and layout defined in the concept.

ARCHITECTURE DETAILS

Based on engineering drawing

• Vertical faux brick column acting as primary support
• Horizontal beam connecting and supporting suspended panel
• Hanging sign panel mounted below beam
• Internal reinforcement across all load-bearing components
• Pre-aligned openings for installation

Result: A balanced structure combining vertical and horizontal elements with a stable suspended panel.

BEFORE / AFTER COMPARISON

BEFORE

• Concept drawing provided by client
• Defined layout with pergola-style structure
• No fabricated components

AFTER

• Fully fabricated monument sign
• Accurate execution of column, beam, and panel
• Integrated logo and lettering
• Ready-to-install structure

IMPLEMENTATION PROCESS

Step 1 — Design Review

• Analysis of client-provided concept
• Identification of structural requirements

Step 2 — Engineering

• Development of internal support structure
• Integration of mounting and suspension points

Step 3 — Fabrication

• Production of column, beam, and panel
• Application of textures and finishes
• Installation of lettering and logo
• Quality control

Step 4 — Delivery

• Components delivered coordinated for installation
• Prepared for straightforward assembly

Step 5 — Installation

• Mounted using integrated sleeve system
• Alignment between column, beam, and panel maintained

RESULTS 

• Completed within 2–3 week lead time
• Accurate execution of pergola-style concept
• Stable suspended panel design
• Consistent finish across multiple textures
• Reduced installation complexity
• Ready-to-install fabrication

VALUE ANALYSIS

Typical Challenges

• Complex multi-part structures
• Alignment issues between components
• Longer production timelines

Project Outcome

• Reliable production timeline
• Structural consistency across elements
• Clean integration of multiple components
• Simplified installation

WHY THIS APPROACH WORKED?

• Controlled fabrication of all elements together
• Clear structural planning before production
• Alignment between design intent and execution
• Focus on stability and proportion

PERFORMANCE

• Exterior-grade construction
• Moisture-resistant materials
• Durable coated surfaces
• Suitable for long-term outdoor use

CLIENT IMPACT

The sign company delivered a non-standard monument sign with a pergola-style design, meeting client expectations while maintaining installation efficiency and structural reliability.

FAQ

Q: Can signs include suspended panels?

Yes, panels can be integrated into the structure with proper support.

Q: Is this type of structure stable?

Yes, internal reinforcement ensures structural stability.

Q: Can different textures be combined (brick, smooth, wood look)?

Yes, multiple finishes can be integrated into one project.

Q: Is installation complicated?

No, mounting elements are pre-aligned for straightforward installation.