Light + Building stand builder.
A show where the lighting of the stand is itself the product demonstration. Power, dimming infrastructure and controlled darkness dominate the specification.
- Venue
- Messe Frankfurt
- Sector
- Lighting & building technology
- Scale
- 150,000+ attendees
Where the show takes place
Messe Frankfurt halls 1–12, with lighting brands concentrated in halls 3 and 4.
Build rules and constraints
- Very high power and dimming infrastructure requirements
- Blackout and light-spill control between stands
- Rigging demand exceeds most other Frankfurt shows
How we approach Light + Building
We treat lighting design as the primary discipline on Light + Building projects and specify power distribution accordingly.
Light + Building stands — FAQs
How much does an exhibition stand at Light + Building cost?
A custom single-storey stand at Light + Building typically runs £450–£900 per sqm of build, so a 60 sqm stand lands around £35,000–£55,000 before space, freight and services. Double-deck builds run £1,100–£1,900 per sqm of ground footprint.
When do stand designs need approval for Light + Building?
Messe Frankfurt organisers generally require structural drawings 8–12 weeks before build-up, with the longer window applying to double-deck stands and anything above the standard height limit. Late submission attracts surcharges and can be refused.
Do you build stands for exhibitors at Light + Building?
Yes. We design, engineer, build and install stands at Messe Frankfurt in Frankfurt, handling structural approval, rigging, services, freight, on-site supervision and dismantle under one contract.