When it comes to exhibitions, choosing the right stand setup can make all the difference. Two of the most popular options are shell scheme stands, and space only stands, each offering their own advantages depending on your goals and budget.
Shell scheme stands are the foundation of exhibition stands, providing businesses with a versatile and cost-effective exhibition solution. They consist of a simple, modular structure, which is then enhanced in a number of ways. It’s the perfect blank canvas for brands to transform into an inviting space to attract leads.
On the other hand, space only stands provide exhibitors with versatility to showcase their brand in any possible combination they desire. With no existing frameworks to fit within, you are not limited to only slotted graphics as a form of brand recognition, you can turn your entire space into one. It allows brands creative freedom to curate an engaging experience for attendees.
In this blog, we’ll explore the differences between shell scheme and space only stands to help you decide which is the right fit for your next event.
Shell scheme stands are a simple and flexible option for exhibitions. Made from aluminium poles and panelled walls, they come in different sizes depending on the space you booked at the venue. Their versatility makes them a great choice for exhibitors, as they’re easy to set up, customise, and personalise. Whether you’re showcasing products or meeting potential customers, these stands are a solid foundation that offer design customisation in the available panel space.
Space only stands are exactly as they sound: a designated floor space for each exhibitor to build their own stand from scratch. This space is usually sold by the metre and marked out with tape or chalk, giving you a clear footprint to work within. There’s no pre-existing structure, just a blank space with limitless potential.
Choosing this option gives you complete creative control. Your structure isn’t restricted by panels or frameworks, meaning you can design a stand of any shape or size, build in seating areas, showcase large-scale product displays, and incorporate A/V elements with ease. You can tailor your stand to suit your target goals, ensuring you can curate your audience’s experience.
It’s the ideal choice for brands looking to make a bold impression and deliver a fully immersive experience for attendees!
Shell scheme stands are ideal for smaller businesses and start-ups, as they are low maintenance and a cost-effective solution that allows smaller brands to stand out. One of the biggest advantages of a shell scheme stand, is their simple set-up. Shell scheme graphics are quick and easy to install by either your supplier or yourself. With pre-sized panels designed to slot neatly into the structure, you can achieve a polished, professional look in no time, ideal for busy event schedules!
Space-only stands offer exhibitors the freedom to create fully bespoke structures, giving complete control over the layout, branding, and build. This flexibility enables brands to craft a more immersive and targeted experience for attendees, while maximising opportunities to showcase their product or service in creative and engaging ways. Although, depending on the complexity of your stand, the set up may require some more expert help. Our expert team provides comprehensive logistical support for all open space exhibition stand projects. We ensure a smooth set-up and de-rig process, working to your crucial deadlines, so you can focus on what matters most.
The main element of a shell scheme stand businesses must invest in, is creating high-quality, well-curated graphics that will stand out in a busy exhibition hall and draw in attendees.
Quality graphics can make your shell scheme stand, STAND out! Having an expert team behind your graphics can make the world of difference. Our team of designers have years of experience creating a range of shell scheme stands and are well-seasoned in terms of making the most of the space allotted. They can guide you to tell your story in a way that best fits your structure!
An excellent example of well-curated design is the shell scheme stand the Imageco team delivered for Keep Britain Tidy. With a goal of boosting awareness and education around littering, their stand provided realistic visuals of urban decay. The back panels were designed by Head Designer, Becca, who created two realities: 2 contrasting neighbourhoods, one that was polished and clean with one that was run down and vandalised.
In this project, curated design played an important role by creating a littered landscape to raise awareness about neighbourhood fly-tipping. An excellent effort by the whole team, with Keep Britain Tidy winning ‘Best Stand’ at their exhibition!
At Imageco, we specialise in creating bespoke stands that maximise your space, which is why space only stands are the clear winner for us! One of the advantages of having a space only stand is creating showstopping visuals that make an impact. Whether it’s furniture, props or sculptures, nothing is off limits for space only stands,
We recently delivered a versatile stand that embodied creativity and sustainability with powerful visuals. In a collaboration with Quagga Design and Antalis, we produced a captivating stand for Antalis, exhibiting at the VM Display Show in London. Our team of cardboard engineers produced this excellent stand, featuring an interactive robot, engaging attendees with its talking capabilities! Expertly constructed using Xanita board, this display was the star of the show and received glowing reviews from attendees!
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Our expert team has delivered a wide variety of stands of every size and scale. We can support your display stand from start to finish, providing everything you need to elevate your shell scheme stand! Discuss your next showstopper stand with us today.
