Supercharge impulse shopping with our custom point-of-purchase displays. With a variety of print and building materials, lighting, and interactive pieces, we showcase the products that mirror your brand.
We are experts in materials and knowledgeable in utilizing woods, metals, acrylics, fabrics, and more to create unique experiences that foster brand loyalty.
Our shop-in-shop displays elevate your brand above the clutter and chaos of the retail floor, creating an environment that makes your product line shine.
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The challenge of creating retail store fixtures marries creativity and design with engineering and budgets. Our process begins with a meeting between you and your team – relationship manager, designer, and an engineer/production specialist – to come to a clear understanding of what you’re looking for. We try to present an initial rendering within 24 hours. Once the rendering is approved, we immediately start production of the prototype, aiming to turn it over within 48 hours. We have designed and crafted complex multi-fixture projects for company-wide, national roll-outs in under four weeks.
The right material depends on the environment, product weight, visual goals, and expected lifespan of the fixture. Steel and other metals are typically chosen for structural strength, high-traffic environments, and long-term durability. Wood and laminates offer warmth and brand-driven aesthetics often used in lifestyle or premium retail environments. Acrylic is ideal for clean, modern displays where product visibility and lighting effects are important.
At Imperial Design + Display, we are material-agnostic, meaning we evaluate the project requirements first and recommend the best material—or combination of materials—to balance durability, appearance, and cost. Many of the most successful retail fixtures combine metal structures with wood or acrylic elements to achieve both strength and visual impact.
Retail fixtures usually fail because they were not designed with real store conditions in mind. The most common issues include insufficient structural support, poor material selection, inadequate packaging during shipping, or overly complex assembly requirements for store teams.
At IDD, we address these risks early in the design and engineering phase. Our process includes durability-focused engineering, rapid prototyping, and packaging design to ensure fixtures arrive safely and perform reliably in high-traffic retail environments. We also prioritize simple assembly and clear instructions, allowing store associates to execute installations quickly and correctly.
The more detail we have about the project, the more precise and efficient the quoting process becomes. Key information typically includes fixture dimensions, materials or finish preferences, expected quantities, rollout timeline, and shipping requirements. Product weight, SKU variety, and whether the fixture requires graphics, lighting, or mobility can also impact design and cost.
Our team reviews prints, specifications, and merchandising goals to recommend the most efficient production method. When necessary, we can also help refine the concept during the quoting phase to ensure the final solution aligns with budget, brand requirements, and rollout logistics.
Durability and safety begin in the engineering phase. Our design team uses 3D CAD and SolidWorks modeling to evaluate structural loads, material performance, and real-world use conditions before production begins. This allows us to optimize weld points, material thickness, and connection methods for long-term reliability.
We also incorporate precision fabrication technologies such as CNC welding, laser cutting, and robotic manufacturing to ensure consistent quality across every unit. Finishing processes like powder coating help protect surfaces from wear, while thoughtful packaging ensures fixtures arrive intact and ready for retail execution.
At large rollout volumes, the biggest cost drivers are typically material choice, manufacturing complexity, shipping logistics, and packaging requirements. Design decisions that require multiple materials, complex assemblies, or specialized finishes can significantly impact production cost.
Our team works closely with clients to identify cost-saving opportunities early in the design process, such as simplifying components, optimizing materials, or designing fixtures that ship efficiently and assemble quickly in stores. By aligning engineering, fabrication, and logistics from the start, we help ensure projects stay on budget while maintaining quality and brand integrity.
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