About D21 Studio

The signage industry today is broad and highly diverse. There are many companies offering sign production, and clients genuinely have a wide range of choices. Different materials, technologies, and of course very different price levels.
At first glance, a sign may seem like just a sign. If it looks similar, why pay more?
In reality, the difference between signs lies in what the client does not see at the beginning.
Our approach to sign production is built on precision and care. Every element is created with longevity in mind, not only the visual effect on installation day.
Each letter and component is individually bonded and secured to ensure structural stability, resistance to weather conditions, and long-term durability. This process requires more time and precision, but it is exactly what determines how the sign will perform after one, two, and five years.
Another important aspect that often remains unseen is compliance with permits and regulatory requirements. A sign is not only a design object, it is part of the urban environment, and its placement is regulated.
We manage all necessary approvals and documentation, so our clients do not have to worry about legal risks or the possibility of future removal. This means long-term security and peace of mind.
We stand behind the quality of our work. That is why every sign we produce comes with a two-year warranty. This is not a formality, it reflects our confidence that the sign will maintain both its visual integrity and structural stability over time.
At D21Studio, we believe a high-quality sign is not an expense — it is a long-term investment in a company’s image and credibility.


Mārtiņš Strods – Creative Director

In our daily work with client-supplied files, we increasingly encounter the same situation, the design has been created in the Canva platform, which creates challenges in further professional processing and production. From the client’s perspective, this is understandable, as Canva is a convenient, fast, and accessible tool that allows visually appealing materials to be created without in-depth design knowledge. However, when these files enter real-world execution, a significant difference appears between “looks good on screen” and “is correctly reproducible in material.”
One of the most common issues is fonts. Clients choose fonts within Canva because they are available there and visually suitable, yet these fonts often do not exist outside Canva as installable font files. They may be licensed or modified variants that cannot be legally or technically used in professional design software. As a result, a situation arises where the client expects the final result to look exactly like the Canva layout, but the designer cannot even find or correctly apply that font.
In physical material production, a font must be available as an actual font file, properly installed in the design software, and technically stable for processing — cutting, CNC routing, engraving, or printing. If the font is unavailable, it becomes necessary to search for a similar alternative, redraw the lettering, recreate it in vector graphics, or even modify the design. This means additional time, cost, and the risk that the result will differ from the original intent.
It is important to understand that Canva is primarily intended for digital communication and simple visual materials, not for complex physical fabrication or precise visual identity implementation. For a design to be accurately realized in material, files are required that allow control over vector precision, stroke thickness, font integrity, scale, and other technical parameters. In the Canva environment, this level of control is often limited.
To avoid problems, if material production or physical realization is planned, it is advisable to consult a designer before creating the layout, use professionally licensed fonts, or prepare the design in a professional design environment. This helps save both time and cost, while preventing disappointment in the final result.
Canva is an excellent tool for everyday visual communication. However, when it comes to realizing design in physical materials, a professional design environment remains essential. In practice, we often see situations where the client’s idea is strong and the design visually appealing, but technically difficult to execute due to chosen fonts or Canva limitations. The goal is not to criticize tools, but to ensure that the final result in reality looks as good as intended.


Līva Soltuma
Project Manager

We truly believe that every client is unique. Behind every brand, company, or idea stand people, values, and goals that deserve attention and respect. That is why we approach every project individually, with curiosity, conversation, and a genuine effort to understand what matters most in each situation.
At the same time, the format of collaboration is equally important. There are clients with whom relationships develop naturally over the long term – growing together, developing the brand, and step by step creating new things. In such partnerships, a deeper understanding and trust emerge, allowing us to work not only on projects but also strategically and with a shared direction.
There are also projects that are one-time engagemen, a clearly defined task, a specific result, and a fixed timeframe. These collaborations are valuable as well.
We consciously evaluate what type of cooperation works best for both sides. Not every collaboration needs to become a long-term partnership, and not every project is only a one-time task. What matters most is clarity, honesty, and mutual understanding from the very beginning.
Our goal is not the number of collaborations. Our goal is the quality of collaboration, regardless of whether it is a single project or a shared journey over many years.
For us, every client is special  and every collaboration is meaningful.



Daniela Bula
Assistant Project Manager
Public Relations Specialist