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6 Benefits of Custom Design: Is Your School Ready?

Written by David Gaygen | Oct 29, 2024 5:05:06 PM

When students at Harrison Elementary School, laid eyes on their new Inchy's Bookworm Vending Machine, magic happened. The custom-designed book vending machine featured their school logo and carefully chosen graphics. This custom vending machine design instantly became a centerpiece of excitement and engagement.

Megan Schultz, a Reading Interventionist at Harrison, eagerly awaited this moment. She imagined the joy it would bring to her students. She was not disappointed.

From the moment the students saw their school logo on the bright graphics, their energy was electric. They did not know how much effort went into customizing their book vending machine.

For the first time, we are showing you a behind-the-scenes look at our Custom Design Gallery. Learn how Inchy's Bookworm Vending Machine is made, from the initial design to the final finished product. We guarantee it’s a process that will make you appreciate your vending machine on a whole other level.

Designing Excellence: The Key Benefits of an In-House Design Team

For schools like Harrison Elementary, a book vending machine can greatly improve student engagement. The visual appeal can really make a difference. Custom design transforms a simple vending machine into a powerful symbol of your school's commitment to literacy and learning.

In almost every instance the client looks to our design team for guidance. So, we support them every step of the way.

Professional Design Support at Your Fingertips

BookVending.com's experienced design team guides schools through every step of the customization process:

Interactive design exploration through DavInchy.art

DavInchy.art provides the client an opportunity to show us their likes and dislikes. We do this by helping them build a basic design. They pick the style, set the colors, place the logos, and size the text. Then the client submits that artwork. 

One-on-one consultations with professional designers

Megan Schultz, from Harrison Elementary, decided she needed a little extra help finding something that reflected her school spirit. That’s where our team of seasoned designers stepped in to deliver a high quality product. With their extensive expertise, the designers were ready to turn Harrison Elementary's vision into a reality.

Lex, the graphic designer in charge of Harrison’s machine explained her process,

“This customer was stalled out on what to do. She had been through our Dav'Inchy design site but couldn’t get the vibe for the machine to match the art the school wanted. So I set up a zoom call with them. I recommended they send the art over to me.

After that I used their designs as a starting off point. After the initial proof, we just tweaked a few things with the wording and graphics. The school wanted to see multiple options so they never had to think "what if" about the design. It only took four proofs to be approved.”

Customized design options to ensure complete satisfaction

The design team makes all the adjustments, tweaks the graphics, and makes suggestions based on experience. First, the designer will generate a proof or first draft. Clients can make changes as much as they want. We aren’t satisfied until the client gives us a final sign-off.


 

State-of-the-Art Production Excellence

Behind every stunning design is cutting-edge technology and expertise:

High Resolution Printers and Laminating System

Our equipment is brand new and designed for extremely high resolution. We have three 60" Eco-solvent Epson® Sure Color™ Outdoor Printers, capable of producing museum-quality prints.

Additionally, we have a laminating system in place to protect the graphics. Our computer network ensures both speed and color consistency.

Expert installation by skilled professionals

In addition to our state-of-the-art equipment, we have an experienced art director. He boasts over 35 years of experience. It is worth noting that large-format graphics have only been around for 32 years.

Additional Services We Can Offer Customers:

  • Custom art printing for machines
  • Creation of posters and signs
  • Design of various graphics for schools
  • Consistent branding using school colors and logos
  • Marketing support to maintain a cohesive theme across the district

We have noticed that many schools can benefit from assistance in this area. Excitement begins with captivating visuals and culminates in a sense of pride.

 

 

Beyond the Machine: Building Your School's Brand

Custom design benefits extend beyond the vending machine itself:

Why Sponsors Love Custom Graphics

Fundraising Made Easy
Looking to fund your Inchy's Bookworm Vending Machine? Rely on our attention to branding awareness and details to impress potential sponsors. Offering prominent logo placement on custom graphics provides sponsors with compelling value, and adherence to brand guidelines. Make fundraising conversations easier and more successful.

Brand Visibility That Makes an Impact

Custom graphics transform your vending machine into a powerful marketing tool. Our partners at Erik Jones & AdventHealth or Atmos Energy have discovered that thoughtfully designed sponsor integration creates lasting impressions in educational settings.

Community Engagement Excellence

Sponsorship goes beyond simple advertising. When companies like AdventHealth support literacy initiatives through book vending machines, they demonstrate genuine commitment to community well-being and education.

Long-Term Legacy Building

Sponsors who support literacy initiatives invest in the community's future. By promoting reading and education, they help develop tomorrow's workforce while building lasting goodwill.

Positive Public Relations

Nothing builds community trust like supporting education. Our sponsored machines create photo opportunities, social media moments, and positive press coverage that benefit both schools and sponsors.

Making Your Vision Come to Life

Whether you're a school administrator looking to inspire young readers or a corporate sponsor aiming to make a difference in education, custom designs create lasting impact:

  • Reflects your school's unique identity
  • Engages students with eye-catching graphics
  • Creates a focal point for literacy promotion
  • Builds community excitement around reading

Ready to Transform Your Reading Space?

Custom graphic design isn't just about aesthetics. It creates an inviting, exciting environment that makes students eager to explore new books. With professional design support, state-of-the-art printing capabilities, and a commitment to excellence, BookVending.com helps bring your vision to life.

Contact us today. Start your custom book vending machine journey. And create a reading experience that will captivate your school community for years to come.