2018 - ICA Creation

Creative 2018!

Written by Lucy R on December 17, 2018. Posted in Blog.

2018 has been a great year for us at ICA Creation!

This year has been both innovative & productive. Especially with the new facilities we have in house with CNC routing this has enabled extreme precision and speed.

Take a look at the diverse creative projects we have had the pleasure to work on

We started 2018 with a project which is both imaginative and inspiring.
We created Winnie the pooh themed elements for Disney’s family rooms at the Westfield shopping centre. The main focus of this project was to be as true to concept as possible whilst being practical and extremely durable.
Take a look at some images of this project we loved working on. In total we created bespoke elements for 3 rooms

Winnie the pooh themed props — Click to view images of this project

With our new CNC facilities, we are able to create large letters and 3d logos & custom panels.
Take a look at the variety of projects which have been made possible with the CNC router.

As well as cutting we can prepare a design file for the CNC router

Large 3d letters graduation prop #stirgrad

Autumn of 2018 brought an exciting project of Creating a 5m in diameter PACMAN exhibition stand for Namco Bandai which was exhibited at the brand licencing Europe 2018 in London’s Olympia exhibition centre

PAC-MAN – Custom exhibition stand

We also created elements for DaVinci’s gourmet ‘s exhibition stand. We created a pouring liquid effect of their sauce.

Scaled up 3d replicas!

This year we created a variety of exciting props!

A 1.20m high replica of a holesaw to use at the manufacturer’s exhibition
Large trainer props to help raise awareness, a sparkly red and gold top hat to be used as a prop alongside a performance. We worked with a school to create an artificial Wisteria tree to help create an inspiring space in their library.

Custom top hat prop we created

800mm high Holesaw!

We started the Winter 2018 in a great way, creating some festive props such as the red and gold sleigh, we also had the pleasure of creating the amazing characters Shrek & Donkey to be used at creative displays.

A big thankyou for sharing 2018 with us.

We wish you an absolutely amazing new year!

We look forward to an incredible 2019!

Props for events

Written by Lucy R on December 4, 2018. Posted in Blog.

Props are a great way to create a wow factor at an event & make it memorable!

We can create custom props, sculptures, CNC cut large letters & logos with the right colours and shapes to amplify your branding in a positive way!

The custom props add an excitement element to an event that create a perfect photo opportunity for all attending which is great for social media marketing at it’s best and with ease. In effect the prop can be a great tool to gain positive visual impact and create a talking point for your business or organisation. Especially because of the approach & a much more fun way of engaging with people + media.

The props we create and are great for indoors and out door events once coated with fr polyurea which is both a water / impact resistant coating.

With the large letters and 3d logos as well as cutting them out, coating and spray painting we can prepare the design file to cut out with our in house CNC facilities.

Take a look at some of the key props we have created for our clients which have made a positive impact at their event venues!

Get in touch with our friendly team to see how we can help you

graduation prop we created a university crest

snowman and snow dog sculptures we created – Finish display by Chic Flower Design

2.2m high mannequin hand we created for Karl Lagerfeld

Light up letters custom made

Dr Seuss car

Life-size quirky pink bull project

Why is FR polyurea coating great for props?

Written by Lucy R on November 27, 2018. Posted in Blog.

There are many techniques we use to achieve our creative projects & props.

One of the main techniques and products we use to create our props, sculptures, 3d logos & large letters is waterproof + extremely durable coating application of Polyurea which is a high quality rubber material

How do we apply it?

Polyurea is a manually spray applied coating using a high-pressure system with our specialist coating machine.

The amount of layers applied will depend on thickness required.

Most often we coat on to sculptures, shapes and letters carved or CNC cut from polystyrene.

Is Prep still necessary ?

Just like anything for good results prep is crucial, sanding the surface, making sure no moisture is important.

Advantages of polyurea application?

Speed is the major advantage of this coating, after spray application the coating is dry within seconds!

Depending on how smooth you would like the finish to be there may be some sanding prep work prior to primer application.

Once primed and fully dry the project is ready to spray paint!

This FR coating we use is both water & impact resistant which is perfect for the props durability and practicality.

Especially if you are looking for your props to be long lasting and suitable for both indoors and outdoors.

Take a look at some of our props where polyurea has been a major factor in getting it right!

Get in touch with our friendly team to see how we can help you achieve your project

Dr Seuss themed props for Discover story centre, colourful trees, a bubble sofa, a themed white bush, cave like tunnel

Out door 3d signage!

Themed props for interior spaces

Written by Lucy R on November 23, 2018. Posted in Blog.

Creating themed props true to concept is something we passionately do.

We have created themed props for several public interior spaces take a look below to see a couple of spaces we have helped transform:

Westfield shopping centre: The brief was to create Winnie the pooh elements for the family rooms for Westfield shopping centre which had to be true to concept as possible, durable + impact resistant. All bespoke elements were hand decorated. The wooden effect items had to be splinter free, to look like authentic rustic timber yet not as heavy as real wood. We created various trees for each room, wooden effect log seats, ipad logs, pumpkins, rustic timber replica fencing, gate, frames, flowers.

Discover story centre: This was a great project to work on. Each element had to be as close as possible from illustrations from Dr Seuss which isn’t always the easiest task however we loved the challenge and also client was very happy with the out-come.

Discover story centre ignites the imagination which is captured within a book.

We created a cave like tunnel, Truffula trees, various colourful trees, a sofa and a dr Seuss themed car. All props are coated with FR polyurea which is both a water and impact resistant coating.

Discover story centre London- Click image to view more

Cadbury world Café: We created white fluffy clouds and bespoke cladding for the Café’s make over.

Each cloud had to be slightly different in shape in order to create a realistic effect.

All clouds include an internal fixing system in order to either suspend or fix to the ceiling.

Both cloud and cladding elements were coated with FR polyurethane & spray painted white

Get in touch with our friendly team to see how we can help you create an inspiring space

Large 3d letters for events

Written by Lucy R on November 16, 2018. Posted in Blog, Uncategorized.

Take a look at some of our recent projects, with our CNC router we have the capability of cutting out large 3d letters, numbers & logos for events.

We can cut them out from polystyrene, foam or even ply wood,
The letters are suitable for indoors & out door events once they are coated with FR polyurea which is water + impact resistant.
The CNC router allows for precision & time saving manufacturing.
Take a look at some of our projects. The latest large letters we created for Stirling universities graduation events.
The large letters are a great feature for events, promotions product launches, great 3d signage or simply to raise awareness.
As well as cutting and full production we are able to prepare design file for the cutting.

Get in touch with your design ideas & we would love to help

CNC routing in house!

Written by Lucy R on November 8, 2018. Posted in Blog.

Westfield shopping centre Disney family room props

Take a look at some of our CNC cutting jobs

This year has been a great year for ICA Creation so far. We can’t quite believe November is in full swing with 2019 just around the corner!
One of the major aspects & game changing moments for us this year has been the addition of our CNC router!

This has meant that we are able to do all production including CNC routing in house in Cornwall and our turnaround times are a lot faster + we have much more flexibility with the projects.
As well as CNC cutting, we are able to prepare design files for the cutting which gives our customers more possibilities and an easier route in to getting the project done.

CNC routing is a great technology which enables us to be much more innovative.

We can cerate custom panels, create bespoke signage, cut out large letters, 3d logos, elements for furniture, pre-cut the elements for our products such as the Christmas sleigh.

Get in touch with our friendly team to see how we can help you!

Custom artificial trees

Written by Lucy R on August 31, 2018. Posted in Blog, Uncategorized.

We love to help create an inspiring space.

We wanted to share with you a selection of artificial trees we have created, along with artificial tree trunks and branches.
Our focus is always to for the trees to look as realistic as possible whilst splinter free & durability to make the props last in the fun themed environment they will be installed at.
We have created artificial trees for a variety of purposes such as tree trunks for Virgin Holidays tree house, trees for each Winnie the pooh themed family room from the Westfield shopping centre in London, for a school library, London’s Discover story centre.

It’s all about the texture & attention to detail!
The real like texture is crucial to giving best visual results. The main product we use is FR polyurea which is a high-quality rubber. This coating is both water and impact resistant and is simply made to last!
Leaves or flowers, each tree has it’s own individual characteristics, we always source the right products which will fit with the concept for the best effect, look and feel.
Most of the props we work on need to be as close to illustration as possible, we work with our designers to make sure we can make it happen.
Not mass produced!
Each tree is unique and true to our client’s request. This means that only they will have that tree to suit their themed area. Also we spray paint and hand decorate the tree trunks and branches to give a realistic and organic look for the texture
Take a look at the range of artificial trees we have created so far, we hope you enjoy!

Or get in touch to see how we can help you

Winnie the pooh themed element artificial tree

Winnie the pooh themed – Disney – Westfield shopping centre – Click here to view project

Tree trunks we crated used for Virgin holidays tree house

Dr Seuss trees

Drift wood replica

Artificial trees for African themed tree house from Virgin Holidays, commissioned by PDS

Artificial tree texture with no bark

Props for Experimental Marketing

Written by Lucy R on July 8, 2018. Posted in Blog.

Why use props for experimental marketing and events?

Experimental marketing with props is a great way to engage with customers & the wider community in a positive way!

Take a look at 7 reasons to use props as a tool for experimental marketing

1. Unique visual impact which is memorable
2. Fun to share images & content across social media channels whether with work colleagues or friends & family
3. Easier to track insights performance as prop encourages the use of hash tags
4. Mobility as can be taken to new event locations
5. Perfect photo opportunity
6. Helps raise brand awareness with an element of excitement
7. Helps your brand to be unique with an innovative and creative approach

Take a look at some of the projects we have created, we hope you enjoy!
Get in touch if you would like to create with us.

Call us at 01872271275

Giant American Tourister suitcase we created

2.2m high American tourister replica prop we created!

We created 50 1m high top hats for Hatfield

Tree trunks we crated used for Virgin holidays tree house

We created giant dinner plates for Juergen Teller ltd

Juergen Teller Custom plates

We were commissioned by PDS to create a life-size bull to be used as EE’s charging bull at the Glastonbury festival 2015! We are proud to say that we completed the bull within 1 week! Right on schedule for PDS to apply final colour finish! Although this project had a very tight time scale we enjoyed it very much!

Toms shoe replica we crated to be used at their events to customise

Outdoor advertising tool - giant hand sculpture

We created an outdoor advertising tool, a giant hand. A great way to raise awareness and to create a lasting memory. Who said outdoor advertising isn’t fun!

Babybel buddie models

Giant Marmite lid carved out of polystyrene publicity stunt

Marmite car – giant Marmite lid

Christmas sleigh made in Cornwall / UK

Written by Lucy R on July 6, 2018. Posted in Blog.

For some it may seem odd to think about Christmas in this hot July 2018!

However, when planning a spectacular Christmas event which promises to be magical it is never to early to plan ahead!
Take a look at our most popular and in demand Christmas prop is Santa’s sleigh which is our original design and made in Cornwall – UK

How do we create it?

We use our CNC router to cut out the sections with precision from exterior ply wood, then we construct it by hand.
Once Santa’s sleigh is constructed, we use primer followed by spray paints with our clients choice of colours using high quality paints that last, which enables the finishing touches to be custom.

Quick Spec:

Seats 3 as extremely durable
Place for presents in the back
Perfect for photo opportunity
A great Christmassy element to make your magical event memorable & sparkle

Enjoy some images of our Santa’s sleigh projects!
Get in touch if you would like to create with us or call us to make an enquiry at 01872271275

Santas sleigh National trust

Christmas sleigh we created for Chic Flower design

Giant stack of books prop

Written by Lucy R on July 3, 2018. Posted in Blog, Uncategorized.

We have recently worked on an exciting project that we would love to share!

We created a giant stack of books for Stirling university based in Scotland for their 2018 graduation ceremony. This prop added an element of excitement to the already beautiful setting by the university grounds.

Which meant a perfect photo opportunity on such a significant & wonderful day!

What was the aim whilst making this custom prop?

• Authentic: realistic looking old style books
• Eye catching: spray painted to required colours + airbrush for pages effect
• True to the branding of the university: this was done through colours and vinyl lettering + Logos
• Durability of prop as indoors & out-door use to be expected: Coated in one piece with polyurea coating ( water and impact resistant coating ).

Most of all the giant stack of books created a fun element for the graduation ceremony!

Get in touch to see how we can help you Call us on: 01872271275

Year: 2018