| EVENT REPORT 02.02.09 8:54 AM |
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| Last Look at the Inauguration: More Photos From Google's Party |
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| FROM WASHINGTON Our coverage of the inaugural festivities went online quickly after the events, but some new photos just came in from Google's bash at the Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium, considered by some to be—style- and spectacle-wise, at least—one of the highlights of the week. Here's a look at the gleaming white Obama-influenced fete, overseen and designed by Google's group marketing manager of events, Lorin Pollack-Platto. |
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 | Giant plastic igloos purchased from Inflate sheltered unconventional seating areas.
Photo: Courtesy of Google |
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 | To channel the new president's message, campaign buzzwords shined on the auditorium ceiling.
Photo: Courtesy of Google |
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 | In between dancing, guests could keep busy with chess or backgammon in the black and white game room.
Photo: Courtesy of Google |
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 | Occasions Caterers set up glowing mobile hors d'oeuvres stations for guests to nibble on french fries, pigs in a blanket, risotto cakes, and mini sandwiches.
Photo: Courtesy of Google |
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 | Glowing poof chairs and bubble sofas from New York-based Form Decor punctuated the monochromatic space.
Photo: Courtesy of Google |
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 | A Google-sponsored kids' essay contest about the next president was on display.
Photo: Courtesy of Google |
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 | Sygyzy Events created the all-white setting at the Mellon with help from Digital Lightning to symbolize a fresh start with President Obama.
Photo: Courtesy of Google |
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—Lauren Matison
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