# Design-Forward Social Distancing Signage Sam Barron Debuts "Brick-and-Mortar" Signage By Kalin Ned | Published 2020-06-19 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/social-distancing-signage References: [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2020/06/18/sam-baron-social-distancing-museum-maat/) & [finnishdesignshop](https://www.finnishdesignshop.com/Sam_Baron-d-796.html) This week the [Museum of Art, Architecture and Technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/museum-foyer) in Lisbon, Portugal reopened after shutting down for some time due to the government-imposed COVID-19 lockdown, and now, the institution is boasting some design-forward social distancing signage that is bound to capture the attention of patrons. The objects were brought to reality by local designer Sam Baron who used [bricks, green tape, and mirrors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mirroring-dialogue) as the primary materials for this project. The [3D social distancing signage](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-triennale-museum) system has a raw and industrial aesthetic that effortlessly inserts itself into the setting of the e Museum of Art, Architecture and Technology. In addition, the "brick-and-mortar" interventions prove to be quite easily removed from the premises which is a bonus for when the need for physical distancing comes to an end. Image Credit: Dezeen ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.6/10 - Popularity: 67% | Activity: 62% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Design-forward Social Distancing Signage:** Opportunity for design-focused businesses to create visually appealing social distancing signage that can enhance the customer experience. - **Raw and Industrial Aesthetics:** Potential for industrial design industries to incorporate raw and industrial aesthetics into their products and services, providing a unique and trendy appeal to customers. - **Flexible and Removable Interventions:** Innovation opportunity for businesses to develop easily removable social distancing interventions that can be adapted and used in various locations. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Design:** The design industry can capitalize on the growing demand for visually appealing social distancing signage by creating innovative and attractive designs that align with brand identities. - **Architecture:** Architectural firms can explore the use of raw and industrial aesthetics in their designs, incorporating materials like bricks, green tape, and mirrors to create visually striking spaces. - **Construction:** Construction companies can offer customizable, flexible, and easily removable social distancing interventions for businesses and public spaces, providing a practical solution with minimal disruption to operations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dynamic Organic Store Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-manso.md) - [Vibrant Museum Foyer Renovations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/museum-foyer.md) - [Terracotta-Highlighting Artful Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nossa-terra.md) - [Train-Inspired Wayfinding Markers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wayfinding-markers.md) - [Brick-Centric Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brick-collection.md) - [Hyper-Realistic Digital Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyperrealistic-digital-exhibitions.md) - [Bio-Concrete Retail Screens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bioconcrete.md) - [Redesigned Hybrid Offices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hybrid-office1.md) - [Restored Retail Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moma-design-store-soho.md)