Welcome!
Over the course of time, I find my crew and I been
pleasantly challenged by some venue decorating. I seem to get a bit excited when I have a
client who comes in for a consultation and talks about wanting help with a
venue that really needs it. Believe me I have heard some words been used to
describe some of these venues, often it's the bride's way of trying to manage my expectations
along the lines of what we'll find when we go in to decorate. I have some
before and after photos that will qualify for “jaw dropping” situations!
I tell the couples to leave these details in our capable hands;
we will surely ensure them a memorable occasion. Am yet to be disappointed by
the outcome!
I like to change the table arrangement from the standard “cafeteria
style” table arrangement to a more classy sitting arrangement. This calls for
special linen due to the size of the combined tables.
Linen is next in line, and solid base linens with couple’s
accent color will tie in nicely in an elegant way to bring it all together
quite nicely.
I always say the secret to a great ambiance aside from linen
is lights. Uplights as wall washes or backdrop lighting, centerpieces lights
etc will make dramatic statement no doubt.
Now to the issue of “hiding” these plaques, wall banner and these
not so desirable walls in some venues. This often has to be accomplished to get
a great overall feel and look we’re going for. In executing the couple’s
visions, we do keep these in mind. The darts boards can be literally all over
the walls among many of these inscriptions a bride do not care for to be
featured on her special day and I agree. Covering the walls with backdrops,
linens etc will be next in line, oh yes, that’s a lot of fabric we’re talking
about!
Certain details I have found does go a long way in personalizing
each presentation and really make it fit for the photobook! Personalized quotes and such adds a special
touch to the details. Seating arrangement also helps bring a good feel and
cohesiveness to the entire set up.
I love decorating already great looking venues as in most banquet
halls in hotel and such, but I equally delight in the challenge of transforming
the blah into beautiful and often can’t wait to see the expression in the
couple’s face as they dance into the reception hall....that to me is one of the reasons I do what I do!!!
BLR Linen Rentals-Some before and after photos of an association event we rented linen to at a community center- Linen did make a HUGE difference!
Cathy Akinkunmi
Lead Designer
Beautiful Linen Rentals, Halifax
