Take this virtual tour, and see what Fixture Lab does!

The Hub Bicycles

At Fixture Lab, we get this question all the time: “We are remodeling our store and we could use some help, but I don’t really know what you guys actually do in the process. What do you do?” So, as we were looking at our photos of The Hub, we got to thinking that this would be an ideal opportunity to show off the new store AND help everyone understand the things we typically do in the store design/remodeling process.

Check out the video. Inside you’ll see nicely handled examples of these common things we address:

  • Creating great storytelling opportunities in your store
  • Great store flow design
  • Specifying and using standard and custom Fixture Lab fixtures
  • Service, cash wrap and bar counter design and fabrication
  • Choosing paint and other finishes, including tasty wood wall textures
  • Custom bike displays
  • Adding local flavor to the space
  • Custom graphics and signage (interior and exterior) including fun items like neon signs
  • New concept for a “cash wrap” transaction counter
  • Designing and utilizing sexy, effective lighting

You will love this tour, so pop some popcorn and your beverage of choice, and have fun!

When you’re done, reach out to The Hub and tell them what a good job they did!

 

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Fixture Lab reveals retail store design secrets that will give your store an unfair advantage!

If you are an NBDA member you need to know about this fun Webinar

How’s an independent retail store supposed to compete with the big guys these days? How can I make my own store as engaging as the national brands/stores? And how the heck can I make my store’s brand stand out without spending zillions of dollars? If you’re asking questions like these, this webinar is just what the doctor ordered for you! In this fun presentation Brian Hawkins (the leader of Fixture Lab), will take us through a treasure trove of retail store design tips and best practices that the leaders in retail use every day. It’ll be like getting the keys to unlock the store you’ve been dreaming about.

Watch it here!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yj_HnilE2vU
in Floorplaning / Retail store design / Retail store enhancements / Retail store lighting / Retail store remodeling / Speaking engagements  by Brian Hawkins 0 comments

Increase Sales Today With This Wheel Display Hack For Your Bike Shop

If you are a bike shop, you have wheels to display. If you have wheels to display, then you are absolutely challenged with the problem of how to display them in a beautiful, easy to use, way. This is the exact problem that causes thousand dollar wheelsets to be displayed on 69¢ 2x4s at bike shops all over the place 😉 Showing wheels can be a pain in the A@#$!…until now.

You need to meet the ECLIPSE WHEEL DISPLAYER!

This super simple and elegant fixture literally hides behind the wheel, so that all the customer sees is the pretty wheel you are showing! And because it doesn’t rely on the QR or the Thru-axle to hold the wheel, your wheel display life is about 300% easier! Check it out.

 

 

in Retail store design / Retail store enhancements / Retail store fixture news / Retail store remodeling / Selling bicycle components / Uncategorized  by Brian Hawkins 0 comments

Don’t just make space for service department, design it.


We know your pain! The retail bike biz is a tough one, and sometimes areas like the service department can evolve into a less-than-optimal monster. Fear not. We can help.
Whether your service area needs to be re-thought, made sexier or you’re just trying to upgrade your store’s service game, you should check out NBDA’s latest Outspokin newsletter, “Make It Sexy: Tips for Sprucing Up Service” written by our own Brian Hawkins.

In the article, Brian spills the beans about designing sexy & functional service departments – offering so much value. You can even use his tips and take action on them like, today! Hint: it’s not just about fancy displays and reclaimed wood walls.
“…national statistics show that bike service is one of the highest performing areas of the bike shop these days, so there’s no question that your service department is worthy of a good hard look.”
He’ll walk you through step-by-step the specific ways to understand if your service department is operating smoothly or not and what to do about it. By the end of the article, you’ll understand the four solutions to problems that come up when changing your service department. Then, he’ll lay out all the mistakes to avoid. Again – so much value. You can take this information through the lifespan of the business and pass it along to your team.
We can’t wait for you to soak up all the wisdom that Brian offers and learn about how it impacts your store. Check out the article now!
in Floorplaning / Retail store design / Retail store enhancements / Uncategorized  by Brian Hawkins 0 comments