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We build augmented reality, virtual reality, and Microsoft HoloLens 2 experiences for Chicago brands — from sales demos and product configurators to immersive trade-show installations.

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AR/VR & Mixed Reality agency · Chicago

AR/VR & Mixed Reality agency in Chicago, Illinois

Evolve Branding is an AR, VR, and HoloLens development agency serving Chicago. We build mixed-reality sales demos, 3D product configurators, immersive trade-show installations, and AR brand experiences. Microsoft Mixed Reality Partner. We have shipped enterprise XR projects since 2019. Free consultation for Chicago businesses.

We build augmented reality, virtual reality, and Microsoft HoloLens 2 experiences for Chicago brands — from sales demos and product configurators to immersive trade-show installations.

330+

Five-Star Google Reviews

1,300+

Projects Delivered

15+

Years (Founded 2009)

5.0

Average Rating

AR/VR & Mixed Reality · Chicago pricing

Starting at $25,000AR / VR / Mixed-Reality experience

Most Chicago ar/vr & mixed reality projects fall in this range. We send a transparent scope with line-by-line costs after the free 15-minute audit — no surprises.

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Included

Everything in our Chicago AR/VR & Mixed Reality package

Concept, UX flow, and 3D production blueprint
Custom-built AR/VR experience for HoloLens, Quest, or web
Native iOS / Android app build (Unity, Unreal, or web XR)
3D modelling, animation, and interactive scripting
Live multi-user sessions with cloud syncing
Microsoft Mixed Reality partner support

What's included

AR, VR & XR Services for Chicago Businesses

Every ar/vr & mixed reality project for Chicago businesses is scoped, costed, and delivered by senior teams in our Vancouver studio.

01Service 1

HoloLens 2 Applications

Mixed-reality sales tools, training simulators, and remote-assist experiences for Chicago enterprises — built on Microsoft’s Mixed Reality Toolkit.

02Service 2

AR Experiences

WebAR, Apple ARKit, and Google ARCore experiences for Chicago retail, real estate, and consumer brands — try-before-you-buy, product visualisers, and AR business cards.

03Service 3

VR Applications

Immersive VR brand experiences, virtual tours, training simulations, and product demos for Meta Quest, HTC Vive, and Pico headsets.

04Service 4

3D Product Configurators

Interactive 3D product visualisers for Chicago manufacturers, furniture retailers, and complex-product sellers — with material/colour/option swaps in real time.

05Service 5

Trade-Show Installations

Custom interactive XR booths and installations for Chicago businesses at industry trade shows — from concept to onsite tech support.

06Service 6

XR Consulting & Strategy

Roadmap planning, platform selection, and ROI modelling for Chicago businesses exploring XR for sales enablement, training, or marketing.

Why Evolve over a typical Chicago agency

How we stack up against other Chicago ar/vr & mixed reality agencies

The Evolve advantage isn't a tagline. It's the numbers, the clients, and the depth of capabilities under one roof.

CapabilityEvolve BrandingTypical Agency

Google Reviews330+10–50

Years in Business15+ (Founded 2009)3–7

In-House Film CrewYesNo — subcontracted

Brand Strategy + ExecutionBoth under one roofStrategy only

AR/VR + HoloLens 2 workMicrosoft partnerNot offered

Notable ClientsA&W, Disney, Microsoft, UFC, RolexLocal SMBs only

The Evolve difference

Why Chicago businesses choose Evolve for ar/vr & mixed reality

We are not a fly-in-fly-out agency. We work alongside Chicago businesses with senior creative direction from kick-off to ship.

Microsoft Mixed Reality Partner

We are one of the few Canadian agencies with formal Microsoft Mixed Reality Partner status — deep HoloLens 2 expertise serving Chicago enterprises.

Shipped Production XR Since 2019

Not a side project. We have shipped XR work for Microsoft, real estate developers, and global brands — Chicago clients benefit from the same depth.

End-to-End Delivery

Concept, 3D modelling, UX, software engineering, hardware procurement, and onsite installation — all handled in-house for Chicago projects.

How we deliver in Chicago

A four-step process built for Chicago brands

1Step 1
Discovery & Research
We map your competitors, study your buyer language, and identify the visual gaps you can own.
2Step 2
Strategy & Planning
A locked architecture, messaging hierarchy, and project plan that everyone signs off on before any pixel ships.
3Step 3
Design & Development
Senior creatives and developers build in two-week sprints with weekly check-ins and shared assets.
4Step 4
Launch & Growth
After go-live we run a 30-day optimisation sweep — rankings, conversions, and traffic shaped to compound month after month.

Full capability list

Full AR/VR & Mixed Reality capabilities for Chicago

We are one of the few Canadian agencies with hands-on HoloLens 2 development experience — building mixed-reality sales demos, 3D product configurators, and interactive trade-show installations since 2019.

Mixed-Reality Prototyping HoloLens 2 Development Spatial 3D Visualization Trade-Show Installations

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Recent work

Recent AR/VR & Mixed Reality projects for Chicago brands

Selected work relevant to Chicago businesses considering ar/vr & mixed reality.

Technology

Microsoft HoloLens

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Where we deliver

AR/VR & Mixed Reality across Chicago

We deliver ar/vr & mixed reality to Chicago businesses across every district, including:

The Loop, ChicagoRiver North, ChicagoLincoln Park, ChicagoWicker Park, ChicagoWest Loop, ChicagoGold Coast, ChicagoLakeview, ChicagoLogan Square, ChicagoBucktown, ChicagoSouth Loop, Chicago

FAQ

Frequently asked questions — AR/VR & Mixed Reality in Chicago

How much does AR/VR development cost in Chicago?

AR and VR applications for Chicago businesses typically range from $15,000 for a simple AR experience to $250,000+ for a complex multi-user HoloLens enterprise application. We scope every project to outcomes, not hours.

Do you have HoloLens 2 experience in Chicago?

Yes — we are a Microsoft Mixed Reality Partner with HoloLens 2 development experience dating back to launch. We have shipped enterprise mixed-reality applications for Fortune 500 clients.

How long does an AR/VR project take in Chicago?

A standard AR experience for Chicago businesses takes 8–12 weeks. A full enterprise HoloLens application can take 4–6 months. We do a discovery sprint first to lock scope before committing to timelines.

Can you build AR experiences for Chicago retail stores?

Yes. WebAR experiences, Apple ARKit apps, Google ARCore apps, and Instagram/Snapchat AR filters — we build for every major AR platform. Retail try-on, product visualisation, and AR campaigns are common use cases.

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Other services for Chicago businesses

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Service area network

AR/VR & Mixed Reality in other cities

We deliver ar/vr & mixed reality to businesses across British Columbia and beyond.

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