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Double Deck ExhibitsA two-level exhibit structure that trades floor footprint for vertical space, reviewed against structural, fire, and accessibility rules before it ever reaches an America's Center hall.

A double-deck exhibit adds a second, usable level above the main booth floor, typically a private meeting room or a lounge, reached by an enclosed stair. That extra level changes the review process entirely: a double-deck structure needs stamped structural engineering drawings, a fire marshal sign-off, and an accessible route to the upper level before a general service contractor will clear it for install.

America's Center's exhibit halls, built with the clearance of a former domed stadium, can accommodate a double-deck structure's height in most sections, but exhibitors still need to confirm the specific hall assignment rather than assume every part of the complex allows the same rigging and ceiling clearance.

The added structure also changes the freight and labor picture. A double-deck exhibit typically arrives as flatbed freight with additional crating for stair components and railing, and it needs a longer install call than a single-level booth of the same footprint.

Questions about Double Deck Exhibits

What does double deck exhibits cover?

Double Deck Exhibits can cover the planning, vendor coordination, labor sequence, freight timing, graphics, technical needs, and on-site checks needed for a smoother St. Louis event.

When should double deck exhibits be scheduled?

Start as soon as the venue, event date, booth size, and internal approvals are known so production, shipping, service orders, and labor can be lined up cleanly.

What information helps price double deck exhibits?

The most useful details are booth size, venue, date, service needs, graphics status, freight requirements, AV needs, and whether the scope is a one-time event or repeat program.

Can this be coordinated with other trade show services?

Yes. Design, rentals, graphics, labor, AV, freight, storage, and show-site supervision can be planned together so the handoffs stay clear.

Next step for Double Deck Exhibits

Plan a double-deck exhibit for a St. Louis show

Confirm hall clearance and the fire marshal submission deadline before a structural engineer starts drawing.

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