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Updated RecentlyDOTI Design Stores Franchise
Upscale home furnishings and design stores
When Jim and Michele Evanger purchased Barrington, Illinois-based Designs of the Interior (DOTI) in 1993, they had big plans for expanding their new company. The couple added two locations by 1997 and started franchising in 1998. DOTI has recently shifted its franchise concept from that of a small design studio to a larger design store.
DOTI's stores average 5,000 square feet in size and provide everything from upholstered furniture and rugs to accessories, lighting and window treatments. The company offers both single-store and multistore development programs.
DOTI has reached agreements with various manufacturers to develop its own private-label line of furniture. Franchisees that take advantage of the program can then sell merchandise reflecting the DOTI brand to their customers.
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How much does it cost to open a DOTI Design Stores Franchise?
The investment required to open a DOTI Design Stores Franchise is between $290,000-$398,000. There is an initial franchise fee of $37,500 which grants you the license to run a business under the DOTI Design Stores name.
Individual Unit Costs
- Initial Investment:
$290,000-$398,000 - Initial Franchise Fee:
$37,500 - Royalty Fee:
6% - Advertising Fee:
N/A - Term of Agreement:
5 years
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DOTI Design Stores News & Press Releases
When did DOTI Design Stores start Franchising? 1999
| Year | U.S.A. | Canada | International | Corporate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 2004 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 2003 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 2002 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 2001 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Expense | In-House | Third Party |
|---|---|---|
| Franchise Fee | No | No |
| Startup Costs | No | Yes |
| Equipment | No | No |
| Inventory | No | Yes |
| Accounts Receivable | No | No |
| Payroll | No | No |
Support
Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives
Marketing
Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, National media
0% of all franchisees own more than one unit
Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 9
Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed. (100% of current franchisees are owner/operators)
Business Experience:
To calculate how much income a franchise owner can do at DOTI Design Stores Franchise, may vary on factors like location, size etc., On the other side as a business owner your goals to maintain the quality of service while streaming sales high and expenses low. As any other franchise may include rent/mortgage, staffing/family, inventory supplies, utilities, administrative costs vise vera. Location to location and seasons the months costs may vary. Most franchises start up costs are typically fixed and they will cover most of the initial operating costs like signage, furniture, decoration and renovations.
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DOTI Design Stores
DOTI Design Stores
236 Canal Blvd Ste #4.
Ponte Vedra Beach,
FL
32082