From Idea to Icon

Design Insights
Written By Polaris Custom Awards

How Polaris Translates Deals into One-of-a-Kind Awards

At Polaris, we don’t just ask what the deal is. We ask what it means.

Once we understand that, the real design work begins.

Real Examples, Real Solutions

Let’s say a client just closed a merger in the life sciences space. They describe gene therapy breakthroughs and years of R&D.

We might show:

  • A double-helix cutout layered inside Lucite

  • Etched molecular diagrams paired with color-fill

  • A crystal wedge with floating elements that reflect the complexity of the science

Or in a real estate deal, the key asset is a stunning development. The client sends:

  • Drone shots

  • Elevation renderings

  • Branding from the offering deck

We turn those into options like:

  • Acrylic blocks with printed photos and laser accents

  • A multi-layered crystal structure with the building cut out

  • A resin 3D model that mirrors the structure’s massing and design

This is how we create financial tombstones that go beyond the basics. Each design is a mix of storytelling, material strategy, and price-point flexibility.

No Vision? No Problem.

Many clients aren’t sure what they want. They just know they want it to feel right.
Maybe an MD made the request. Maybe someone was just told:

“Figure out the deal toy.”

That’s where we shine.
We guide the process with:

  • Options at multiple price points

  • Deep knowledge of Lucite, crystal, resin, metal, and more

  • Fast creative turnaround — no middlemen, no generic forms

Our job is to make you look good. And to do that, we show what’s possible.

Coming up in Part 3: “Making It Easy — Clarity, Craft, and Completion”
You’ll see how Polaris handles production, logistics, and delivery — so your only job is to open the box and smile.

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