Our modular retail buildings give you the speed, flexibility and quality you need to keep trading, grow your brand and respond to changing customer demand. Whether you’re opening a new branch, creating a temporary shop during refurbishment or launching a temporary pop‑up shop, our solutions allow you to operate almost anywhere with minimal disruption. Each modular unit is delivered fully fitted, fast to install and designed to help you maximise your modular retail space. With Portakabin, you can expand quickly, maintain your customer experience and adapt your footprint as your business evolves.
Fully customised to your business needs
Every modular retail building is tailored to your exact requirements. From open‑plan shop floors and service counters to canteens, toilets, offices and staff areas, we design your modular shop around your operational needs. Our one‑stop‑shop approach means you can source everything from us, including display areas, access ramps, air‑conditioning, alarms, security shutters and more.
If you need specialist layouts, our team supports full retail space planning, ensuring your store flows efficiently and showcases your products effectively.
Maintain a consistent retail experience
Choosing a modular unit doesn’t mean compromising on brand experience. Your modular retail space can be fully branded with your corporate colours, logo and signage, and fitted out to the same standards as your permanent premises. With vinyl wrap options, you can create a striking architectural presence or blend seamlessly into sensitive locations.
Our column‑free interiors allow for wide, open selling spaces and flexible layouts that can evolve with your business.
Your retail unit from Portakabin
A Portakabin modular retail building gives you:
- Uninterrupted trading during refurbishment or building works
- A shop designed to your specifications, including shop floor, toilets, offices, canteen and training rooms
- A fully fitted environment with counters, display areas, access ramps, air‑conditioning, alarms and security shutters
- Full branding options, including vinyl wraps and signage
- A retail footprint that can be as large or as small as you require
- The flexibility to operate as a temporary store, temporary shop, temporary pop‑up shop or permanent retail outlet
The off-site approach helped reduce customer disruption and programme time on this project, and allowed the first-floor extension to be completed a month earlier than with traditional construction.
Case studies
Major retailers across the UK trust Portakabin for their modular retail buildings. From national chains to independent brands, our clients value the speed, quality and reliability of our modular solutions. Many have used individually designed modular shops to maintain service during refurbishments, launch new locations or create eye‑catching pop‑up experiences.
Brands that have embraced our modular approach include Tesco, McDonald's, Co-op, Fierce Brewery and La Charlotte.
Tesco, Surrey
Pioneering modular building project proves the quality and time-saving benefits of off-site construction for supermarkets
Sainsbury's Brentwood
A first-floor extension to Sainsbury’s Brentwood store, accommodating a café, car park lobby, toilets, staff facilities and a bulk storage area.
Co-op Food, Timperley
Portakabin specialises in providing much needed space quickly, without compromising on quality
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Unlock more retail possibilities
Our buildings are ideal for:
- Launching a new permanent store with a distinctive presence
- Setting up a temporary pop‑up shop for seasonal or promotional events
- Creating a click‑and‑collect hub to streamline customer journeys
- Showcasing car dealership stock in a modern, flexible environment
- Providing EV charging facilities with integrated customer waiting areas
With ceiling heights up to six metres, your modular retail space can feel open, bright and welcoming.
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Flexible procurement options to suit all budgets
Find out moreWe offer solutions to suit all budgets and timeframes. Choose from:
- Hiring a temporary store or temporary shop for maximum financial flexibility
- Buying a newly manufactured modular retail building
- Purchasing a refurbished modular unit for added sustainability
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Our comprehensive services
Find out moreMuch more than a building... From concept to completion and beyond – there’s a specialist behind every stage of your project.
From concept to completion, our 360° service ensures your project is managed by modular specialists at every stage. We handle design, planning, installation, fit‑out and aftercare, giving you complete confidence in your new modular retail building.
Let’s talk about your building
We can call you or meet to discuss your project in detail