COMMONWEALTH BANK : POP UP INNOVATION LABS

Success with the Commonwealth Bank Pop-Up Innovation Labs Across Australia

Client: Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA)
Project: National Pop-Up Innovation Labs Roadshow
Services Provided: Concept Design, Custom Build, Logistics, Installation, and Bump-Out
 

The Brief

 
Commonwealth Bank approached Grand Stand Events with a vision to create a series of cutting-edge pop-up Innovation Labs that could travel across Australia and inspire creativity, connection, and forward-thinking within their internal teams and client network.

The goal was to design an agile, future-focused environment that encouraged interaction and innovation—whether set up in regional centres or bustling metropolitan hubs.
 

The Build

 
From initial concept through to execution, Grand Stand Events worked closely with CBA to deliver high-tech, functional, and visually striking spaces for their roadshows. Every detail was considered to ensure these labs weren’t just mobile—they were immersive and reflective of the bank’s commitment to innovation and customer-centricity.

Key build features included:

1. • Modular and transportable structures
2. • Integrated digital screens and custom lighting
3. • Acoustic considerations for focused group discussions
4. • Branding elements tailored to each location
5. • Environmentally conscious material selections

 

Delivery Across Australia

 
These pop-up Innovation Labs were designed to be efficiently deployed in multiple locations across the country. Grand Stand Events handled the entire logistics chain, from transport and install to final bump-out, ensuring seamless set-ups at each stop.
 

The Result

 
The spaces received glowing feedback from CBA staff and their clients alike. The labs fostered meaningful engagement, encouraged creative thinking, and demonstrated the power of thoughtful design in corporate communication.
 

“It’s been fun to work with CommBank in delivering creative and innovative spaces for their travelling roadshows. From design, build, and delivery, these spaces are cutting-edge and have been executed with precise detail, allowing their team and clients to thrive.” — Grand Stand Events Team

 

Watch the video above to see and hear the results in action.