Everglades Boats at Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show
Everglades Boats
For Everglades Boats, the 40’ x 40’ custom booth at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS) was more than a display, it was an invitation into their lifestyle. Designed to feel like a relaxed coastal boathouse, the custom marine exhibit design delivered warmth, charm, and authenticity, giving visitors a true taste of the Everglades Boats experience.
Challenge
The Everglades Boats team wanted to create an immersive experience that resonated with boaters on an emotional level, not just a place to view specs, but a space to feel the lifestyle behind the marine lifestyle brand.
Our challenge was to bring that vision to life within a bustling, high-traffic venue like Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS), all within the constraints of a 40’ x 40’ custom booth. The goal: evoke the charm of a waterfront boathouse while ensuring the exhibit delivered on functionality, flow, and brand experience.
Solution
Exhibit Craft created a custom exhibit that blended architectural authenticity with purposeful layout and brand-focused design. Key elements included:
Natural Wood Finishes: Warm tones, paneling, and textures that evoked the feel of a classic waterfront boathouse.
Branded Graphic Integration: Product visuals and branding elements seamlessly incorporated throughout the structure.
Inviting, Open Layout: A welcoming atmosphere designed to feel like stepping into a relaxed dockside retreat.
Conversation-Driven Zones: Strategically placed product displays and seating areas to encourage meaningful interactions.
Every design detail was crafted to reflect Everglades Boats’ commitment to quality, craftsmanship, and a genuine passion for life on the water.
Result
The Everglades Boats exhibit stood out as one of the most memorable at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS) 2024. Visitors were drawn to its warmth and authenticity, with many describing the space as “just like home.” The exhibit delivered on its goal: creating a lifestyle-centric environment that captured Everglades Boats’ spirit of adventure and quality craftsmanship, resulting in elevated brand perception, deeper engagement, and meaningful business conversations.
Services Provided:
Custom Exhibit Design & Fabrication
Thematic Environmental Design
Full Branding Integration
On-Site Installation & Show Services
Challenge
The Everglades team wanted to create an immersive experience that resonated with boaters on an emotional level—not just a place to view specs, but a space to feel the lifestyle behind the brand.
Our challenge was to bring that vision to life within a bustling, high-traffic venue like Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS) —capturing the charm of a boathouse while maintaining the functionality and flow needed for a 40’ x 40’ footprint.
Solution
We designed and built a custom exhibit that combined architectural authenticity with thoughtful layout and brand-driven details. Key design features included:
- Natural wood tones, paneling, and textures reminiscent of a classic waterfront boathouse
- Integrated branding elements and product graphics woven throughout the structure
- A warm, open layout that welcomed attendees into the space—like stepping into a dockside retreat
- Smartly positioned product displays and seating areas to foster conversation
Every design choice was made to support Everglades’ story—one of quality, craftsmanship, and real-world boating passion.
Result
The exhibit made an instant impression on the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS) floor, drawing attendees in and keeping them engaged longer. Visitors commented on the atmosphere, describing the space as “inviting,” “refreshing,” and “just like home.”
The Everglades team loved how the design reflected their brand—not just in look, but in feeling. It was more than a booth. It was a branded experience that delivered lasting impressions and meaningful interactions.
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Transcending the Ordinary with Exhibit Craft and Everglades Boats
For decades, Everglades Boats has transcended the ordinary, crafting vessels that redefine safety, performance, and family enjoyment on the water. At Exhibit Craft, we had the distinct privilege of collaborating with Everglades Boats to translate their unparalleled legacy into an immersive exhibition experience at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS).
At the heart of Everglades Boats lies the visionary spirit of Robert J. (Bob) Dougherty, affectionately known as “Mr. Unsinkable.” Dougherty’s singular mission was to engineer the safest, most comfortable boats imaginable for his own family. This unwavering dedication culminated in the revolutionary RAMCAP hull design and the founding of Everglades Boats.
His pioneering spirit, which also led him to be recognized as the founding father of the modern-day center console, established a benchmark for the marine industry.
Today, Everglades Boats continues to honor and perfect Dougherty’s relentless pursuit of innovation, creating world-class fishing boats that offer unmatched comfort and security for the entire family. Every vessel is a testament to their commitment to intelligent design, unsinkable craftsmanship, and a Lifetime Hull Warranty, complemented by a 3-Year Component Warranty, ensuring world-class performance and fishability for years to come.
The challenge at Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS) was not merely to display boats, but to transport attendees into the very essence of the Everglades Boats lifestyle. For their 40’ x 40’ booth, Everglades Boats envisioned more than a typical show floor presence; they sought a welcoming, coastal boathouse ambiance, a sanctuary amidst the bustling convention.
Our mission at Exhibit Craft was to bring this vision to life, creating a space that felt authentic, inspiring, and unmistakably Everglades Boats. Exhibit Craft aimed to evoke an emotional connection, allowing visitors to not just view specifications, but to feel the unparalleled boating experience that the brand embodies.
Exhibit Craft meticulously designed every detail, from the choice of weathered wood finishes to the strategic placement of lush greenery, all to evoke the serene beauty of the Everglades Boats. The goal was to create a multi-sensory experience, where the soft murmur of ambient sounds complemented the visual aesthetic, truly immersing visitors in the brand’s unique world.
Our solution was a meticulously designed custom exhibit that seamlessly blended architectural authenticity with thoughtful spatial planning. We drew inspiration from classic waterfront boathouses, incorporating natural tones, elegant paneling, and textures throughout the structure.
Integrated branding elements and evocative product graphics were subtly woven into the design, reinforcing the Everglades Boats narrative at every turn. The layout was deliberately open and inviting, encouraging attendees to step into the space as if entering a familiar dockside retreat.
Strategically positioned product displays and comfortable seating areas were arranged to foster genuine conversations, allowing potential clients to engage with the brand in a relaxed and intimate setting. Every design choice, every material selected, was made to underscore Everglades Boats’ unwavering dedication to quality, superior craftsmanship, and an authentic passion for boating.
Beyond the aesthetics, the exhibit was engineered for optimal flow and engagement. Interactive digital touchpoints provided deeper dives into specifications and features, while discreetly placed charging stations ensured visitors could comfortably linger and explore. The lighting scheme was carefully curated to mimic natural daylight, enhancing the warmth of the wood and highlighting the intricate details of the boats on display.
The overall ambiance was one of serene sophistication, a true escape that transported visitors directly to the tranquil waters Everglades Boats are built for. This comprehensive approach ensured that the exhibit wasn’t just a display, but an immersive brand experience that resonated long after attendees had left the show floor, leaving a lasting impression of Everglades Boats’ commitment to excellence and the boating lifestyle.
The impact of the Exhibit Craft collaboration at Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS) was immediate and profound. The Everglades Boats exhibit became a captivating focal point on the show floor, drawing attendees in and sustaining their engagement for extended periods.
Visitors were treated to an exceptional atmosphere, one that is inviting, refreshing to the eyes and feels just like home. For the Everglades Boats team, the design was a triumph, perfectly encapsulating their brand not just in its aesthetic, but in its very feeling. It transcended the conventional definition of a booth; it was a branded experience that cultivated lasting impressions and fostered meaningful interactions, solidifying Everglades Boats’ position as a leader in the marine industry.
