When it comes to transforming out-of-the-box ideas into real-world installations, Smart Department Fabrication Inc. doesn’t just keep up—they lead the charge. This women-owned, Brooklyn-based fabrication studio is a go-to partner for experiential marketers, event planners, and artists who need their wildest creative visions brought to life with skill, speed, and style.
Smart Department was founded in 2014 by Taylor Browning, an artist and fabricator with deep roots in New York’s creative community. What started in a Bushwick sculpture studio quickly grew into a full-service fabrication shop known across the industry for quality builds and fearless creativity.
Whether you need a towering brand sculpture, sleek custom signage, or intricate scenic builds for a pop-up, they’ve done it—and then some. The studio has supported everything from global brand activations to boutique marketing events, always with an eye on craftsmanship and logistical precision.
Smart Department is a true one-stop fabrication solution. Their services span the entire production lifecycle, from design and engineering to fabrication and installation. Their team of artisans and technicians can work in a variety of materials and methods, including:
This breadth of capabilities allows them to create everything from large-scale props and branded fixtures to interactive art pieces and immersive displays, all under tight deadlines and with full creative customization.
Smart Department has worked with top designers, artists, and marketing firms to execute high-stakes projects for leading names in sports, beauty, marketing, food & beverage, fashion, and entertainment. Their ability to work collaboratively—from rough concepts to final execution—makes them a favorite among planners who want reliability without sacrificing creativity.
They’re also proudly committed to local hiring and inclusive practices, further rooting their operation in the values of community, representation, and innovation.
No project is too wild—or too weird—for Smart Department. If you can dream it, they can build it.
Rakuten Holiday 2022 Pop Up
One standout project? A holiday pop-up shopping experience for Rakuten, built in collaboration with Autumn Communications. From fabrication to installation, Smart Department brought the festive retail vision to life—proving that no project is too large, too small, or too weird.
Smart Department Fabrication is the kind of creative partner every planner wants in their corner—detail-oriented, wildly imaginative, and never intimidated by a deadline or a complex build. Their work adds bold visual storytelling to any experience.
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