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DOTI 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.

Please Note: The operators of DOTI Design Stores, may not have verified the accuracy of the franchise information contained within this website. For accurate up-to-date information, customers are strongly recommended to visit the official DOTI Design Stores website.

Start-up Costs & Franchise Fees

How much does it cost to open a DOTI Design Stores franchise?

Total Investment: $310,000-$420,000
Initial Franchise Fee: $36,000
Royalty Fee: 6%
Advertising Fee:
Term of Agreement: 5 years

How to contact DOTI Design Stores

DOTI Design Stores News

Doti Adds Two Design Stores In Southern California
Southern California is now home to two new Designs Of The Interior (DOTI) Design Stores. DOTI is an upscale, franchised network of 20 "Design Stores" that combines traditional interior design services and home furnishings along with a retail showroom. The combination offers customers a new l... more

Doti Recognized As Entrepreneur Magazine Franchise 500 Company
DOTI has been named in the 2006 Entrepreneur Magazine's prestigious Franchise 500 rankings - and # 1 in its category. "We are honored to be a part of such an esteemed group of companies", says Jim Evanger, CEO. "Our franchise system is very unique, and recognition like this is pos... more

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Franchise History

When did the first DOTI Design Stores open? 1983
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

Financing Options

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

Training & Support

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

Business Operations

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)

Qualifications & Business Experience

Business Experience:

General business experience

Marketing skills

Management experience

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