Signage

A proper signage plan guides the guest through the facility, but also serves as an avenue for branding the facility. Provide careful consideration to signage locations as well as aesthetics. Choose materials and finishes to complement the aesthetic of the space and comply with all governing codes and regulations.

Planning

Below is a list of typical areas requiring signage and/or instructions:

Exterior

Provide signage at the exterior of the building conforming to building management and local regulations.

Entrance

Provide interesting signage solutions at the exterior or arrival of the Discovery Well Being. This should include the “Name of the Facility”. Consider unique ways to draw guests into the facility through the use of materials, locations, lighting, etc. Hours of operation may vary from season to season and is dependent upon demand. Consider designing this sign with some adjustability.

Restrooms

Comply with all codes/regulations.

Retail

If retail exists as a separate space provide the required signage and hours of operation for this space.

Salons

Hours of operation if different than the rest of the Discovery Well Being.

Administration Signs

Individual office names as required

Locker Room Signage

Showers

Water Closets

Signage to describe the use of complicated experiential showers

Towel Issue

Towel Drop

Locker numbers

Locker keypad instructions (example)

Press the clear key
Enter your four digit code
Press the lock/unlock key
Repeat to unlock
Please inform a staff member if you are having difficulty.

Amenities

Signage for self guided tour of the wet areas

In areas where guests may disrobe (such as, locker rooms, plunge pools, saunas, etc.), a sign must be posted stating that cell phones with cameras are not permitted. This ensures the privacy of each guest.

Steam/Sauna

Individuals using the steam and sauna rooms do so at their own risk.

Elderly persons, pregnant women, persons using prescription medications, and persons suffering from high blood pressure should consult with a physician before using the steam and sauna.

Should you begin to feel dizzy or uncomfortable stop using the steam or sauna room immediately and contact your physician.

Patrons under the age of (16) are not permitted to use the steam and sauna.

All persons are strongly encouraged to take a shower before entering the steam and sauna room.

No person should spend more than 15 minutes in the steam and sauna rooms during one session.

Individuals under the influence of alcohol or drugs shall not use the steam room.

Food and glass objects are not permitted in the steam room.

Do not pour water on the sauna heater. (unless designed for this function)

Shaving is not permitted in the steam or sauna room.

Pool interiors

Depth markers. Provide discreet markers that complement the interior design. Comply with any local codes.

Pools

Individuals using the pools do so at their own risk.

Please watch your step when entering the pool.

No running

No diving

Food and glass objects are not permitted in the pools.

Occupancy loads

Patrons under the age of (16) are not permitted to use the pools.

All persons are strongly encouraged to take a shower before entering the pools.

Individuals under the influence of alcohol or drugs shall not use the pools.

Treatment rooms

Provide room identification signage at each treatment room. The naming of the rooms should be given special consideration. Consider the use of regional influences to create a naming concept. Numbering the suites is not acceptable. Additionally, the signage should incorporate an “occupied/not occupied” indicator.

Fitness

Fitness name, if required

Hours of operation

Include signage for exercise and safety tips

Instructions for headsets and channel selection

Studio names, if required

Additional Signs

Signage for duress alarms

Employees Only

Quiet Zone- Spa Patrons Only

Back of house signage

Recycling areas

Signage Objective Planning