This giant cardboard lemon is part of our sculptural range. It’s designed as a bold, playful feature piece that draws attention without needing much else around it.
It works well anywhere you want something light, recognisable, and a bit unexpected. Brand activations, retail displays, exhibitions, photo moments, even stage or set design. The shape is simple, but the impact is strong.
Like everything in this range, it’s a starting point rather than a fixed product. The lemon can be scaled, stylised, or adapted depending on what the project needs.
How It Works
The lemon is built from cardboard pieces to create a solid, freestanding form.
Internally, the structure is designed to hold its shape while staying lightweight enough to transport and install without heavy equipment. Depending on the size, it may be built in multiple sections so it can be moved through doorways and assembled on site.
The outer surface can be left raw for a natural cardboard look, or finished with printed or coloured layers depending on the design direction.
For larger builds or high-traffic environments, we can incorporate internal weighting or subtle base supports to keep everything stable.
Customisation and Branding
Shape and Size
The lemon can be scaled from a small tabletop prop through to oversized sculptures several metres tall.
We can also adjust the proportions depending on the look you’re after. More stylised and graphic, or closer to a realistic fruit shape.
Colours and Finishes
- Full colour print for bright, saturated yellow
- Layered cardboard tones for a more natural, textured look
- Branded finishes depending on the application
Branding Options
- Printed logos or messaging directly onto the surface
- Cut-out or layered logo elements
- Integration into a larger installation or display
Structural Variations
- Split or open sections for interactive elements
- Hollow sections for product placement or displays
- Paired with other fruit or sculptural elements to create a full scene
This is where these pieces start to become more than just props. They turn into part of the environment.
Sustainability
This is where cardboard really makes sense.
The lemon is made from responsibly sourced, recyclable materials and designed to minimise waste during production. After the event, it can be reused, re-skinned, or fully recycled depending on how it’s built.
Because it’s lightweight, transport has a lower impact compared to traditional materials. And because it can be packed down or built in sections, logistics are simpler.
For brands and organisations thinking more carefully about their environmental footprint, pieces like this are a practical way to reduce waste without losing visual impact.
There’s also a broader shift happening where businesses are expected to consider how their choices affect people, communities, and the environment. That’s part of a wider move toward a more regenerative economy, where materials and systems are designed to have a positive long-term impact
Ideal Applications
This kind of sculptural piece works best where you want something visually clear and easy to engage with.
- Trade shows and exhibition stands
- Brand activations and product launches
- Retail displays and window installations
- Events and festivals
- Theatre and stage design
- Photo moments and social media backdrops
- Experiential marketing environments
It’s especially effective when paired with lighting, signage, or other set elements to create a full scene.
FAQs
Can it be reused?
Yes. Many of these builds are designed to be reused across multiple events. We can also re-skin or update the outer layer to suit different campaigns.
Can it be shipped interstate?
Yes. Larger pieces are usually built in sections so they can be packed and transported more easily, then assembled on site.
How long does it take to build?
It depends on the size and level of detail. Please allow a minimum of 4 weeks but for customisation and other elements its always better the more time we have
Can we customise the shape?
Absolutely. This is more of a starting concept. We can adjust proportions, add features, or combine it with other elements to suit your idea.
Can it be printed or branded?
Yes. We can print directly onto the surface, apply layered graphics, or integrate branding into the structure itself.