Welcome to Creative Sign Systems, where vision meets craftsmanship and every sign tells a story. For over 20 years, we've been helping businesses, organizations, and communities in San Jose and the Bay Area form their business identities and workplace environments with excellence, creativity, and the highest standards of quality.

Our Mission

To empower our clients by bringing their brands to life in physical form — through signage that communicates, inspires, and endures.
To deliver solutions that are not just seen but felt; signage that elevates surroundings, attracts attention, and leaves lasting impressions.
To operate with integrity, innovation, and reliability in every project, big or small.

What Makes Us Different

Personalized Designs – Each project starts with you. We listen, we collaborate, we sketch, and then we build. No generic templates — only signage that reflects your brand’s personality.
Quality Craftsmanship – We combine traditional techniques with modern tools. Our team includes skilled designers, fabricators, technicians, and installers who care about every detail — from the finish to the structural integrity.
Materials & Technology – We source the finest materials — metals, plastic, woods, glass, vinyl films, and engraving stock—and pair them with the latest in signage technology. During the process, effectiveness, safety, quality, durability, and a lasting impression are always in play.
End-to-End Service – Concept development, design, fabrication, permitting, installation, maintenance — we manage it all to ensure seamless execution and your peace of mind.

Our History

Creative Sign Systems was founded in 2002 by Ralph Lewandowski who believed signage should be more than markers — it should tell a story, and that every sign, however simple or complex, can be art. What began as a small workshop has grown into a full-service signage facility equipped to produce a wide range of sign products in-house. We are an experienced sign team with a reputation for turning challenging ideas into standout work.

Who We Serve

We’re proud to partner with a wide spectrum of clients:

Retail stores, restaurants, and franchise brands looking to stand out on the street.
Corporations and institutions needing internal wayfinding systems, safety signage, and branded environments.
Municipal governments, non-profits, and community groups for public art and civic signage.
Small Businesses who are looking for signage that reflects the quality of their products and services.

Our Process

Consultation & Discovery — We start with your story. What are your goals, your audience, your environment, and your constraints? We offer site photo surveys.
Design & Proposal — After gathering all the input, we provided budget estimates for your approval. Moving forward, we provide design concepts for review and detailed productions proofs for your approval prior to signage production.
Fabrication — Using state-of-the-art equipment and craftsmanship, we prepare, build, and finish your signage.
Installation — Our experienced field team takes care of safe, precise installation, ensuring everything looks perfect.
Post-install Support — We will answer any questions you may have about your signs and follow up promptly for any concerns, updates or additional signage requests.

Our Values:

Creativity & Innovation — We’re always exploring new techniques, materials, and ways to improve.
Quality & Attention to Detail — Even the small things matter; alignment, finishes, colors, and steadfastness — all are meticulously checked.
Customer First — You’re the reason we’re here. We value responsiveness, clarity, and reliability in every interaction.
Sustainability & Responsibility — We aim to use eco-friendlier materials, sustainable practices and efficient fabrication practices wherever feasible.