In retail, your space is part of the product. The layout, finishes, lighting, and flow all shape how customers experience your brand and how long they stay. Nardi Construction partners with retailers, franchise operators, and commercial landlords to build retail environments that look sharp, function smoothly, and open on time.
Based in Gurnee, Illinois, we serve clients throughout Chicagoland and the tristate area, with project capabilities extending nationwide—including multi-location franchise rollouts. With over 30 years of commercial construction experience, we understand the tight timelines and high-finish standards that retail projects demand.
Our Retail Buildout Services
Storefronts & Entrances
The storefront sets the tone for the entire customer experience. We build and install storefront systems, entry vestibules, display windows, and exterior signage-ready fascia—creating a street presence that draws people in and reflects your brand identity.
Sales Floor & Fixtures
We construct sales floor layouts optimized for customer flow and product visibility. This includes partition walls, feature displays, fixture blocking, specialty flooring, and lighting layouts—all coordinated with your merchandising plan to maximize the selling floor.
Point-of-Sale & Checkout
Checkout areas need dedicated electrical, data drops, and counter construction built to handle daily transaction volume. We build POS stations, queuing areas, and service counters with the wiring and infrastructure your systems require.
Back-of-House & Storage
Behind every great sales floor is well-organized storage and staff space. We build stock rooms, receiving areas, employee break rooms, and office space—keeping back-of-house operations efficient and separated from the customer experience.
Fitting Rooms & Displays
For apparel and specialty retailers, fitting rooms are a critical part of the sales process. We build custom fitting rooms with proper lighting, mirrors, doors, and ventilation—along with display niches, feature walls, and branded elements throughout the space.
ADA & Code Compliance
Retail spaces must meet ADA accessibility standards and local building codes. We handle accessible entrances, restroom construction, aisle widths, signage, and all code-required elements so your space passes inspection and opens without delays.
How We Work
Retail construction runs on deadlines. Grand openings are announced, inventory is ordered, and staff is hired—all before the space is finished. Nardi Construction is built for this pressure. We develop detailed project schedules with milestone dates, coordinate all trades in the right sequence, and provide daily progress updates so you always know where things stand.
For multi-location rollouts, we develop repeatable construction packages that maintain brand consistency across sites while adapting to the unique conditions of each location. Our team can manage concurrent projects across multiple markets.
Retail Environments We Build
We've completed retail buildout projects across a wide range of store types, including:
- Boutique and specialty retail shops
- Restaurants, cafes, and quick-service food
- Showrooms and galleries
- Franchise and multi-location rollouts
- Pop-up and temporary retail installations
- Big-box and anchor tenant buildouts
Start Your Retail Buildout
Whether you're opening your first location or your fiftieth, Nardi Construction delivers retail spaces that look great and open on schedule. We offer free consultations for retail projects of all sizes. Let's walk your space, review your plans, and give you a clear scope and timeline.