NexGen Modular Trade Show Booths are designed for brands that want premium presentation, fast setup, and long-term flexibility. Use this guide to quickly decide which configuration fits your space, budget, and goals.
Step 1: Define Your Booth Size & Layout
Start with the booth size you exhibit in most often.
Most common sizes:- 10×10 booths – Standard inline trade show spaces
- 10×20 booths – Larger footprints with room for storage, shelving, or demos
- 20×20 booths – Island or premium brand environments
Key question: Will you attend shows with different booth sizes? If yes, a modular NexGen system lets you reconfigure instead of buying a new booth for every event.
Step 2: Decide if You Need LED Backlighting (Backlit vs. Non-Backlit)
- Non-Backlit NexGen Booths: Delivers smooth SEG graphics with a modern, minimal look. Best for bright convention halls, budget-focused projects, and clean, professional branding
- Backlit NexGen Booths: Integrated LED lighting makes graphics brighter, richer, and more eye-catching from a distance. Best for high-traffic trade shows, competitive exhibit floors, and brands that want maximum visual impact.
Step 3: Think About Functionality
Your booth should support how you interact with visitors.
Common functional needs:
- Storage rooms – Hide boxes, inventory, and personal items
- Shelving – Display products, samples, or marketing materials
- Counters & podiums – Greet visitors and collect leads
- TV/monitor mounts – Run videos, demos, or presentations
Step 4: Consider Logistics, Shipping & Storage
Traditional booths often require large wooden crates that increase freight costs, Drayage fees, and storage expenses. NexGen systems use compact packing and lightweight aluminum frames, helping reduce shipping volume and material handling costs.
Important if you:
- Attend multiple shows per year
- Ship to different cities
- Want to avoid heavy crates
Step 5: Setup Time & Labor
NexGen booths are designed for tool-free assembly. Most 10×10 and 10×20 kits can be set up in 30–60 minutes with two people.
This helps:
- Reduce labor costs
- Speed up installation
- Lower stress on show day
