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Event Calendar: Monday, November 4, 2002

February 15, 2006

New York Public Library's Library Lions benefit. Event contact...

Museum of the City of New York's Our Town ball at the Metropolitan Club. Event contact...

March of Dimes - Greater New York chapter's Gourmet Gala: une Soir?e Parisienne benefit at New York Palace. Event contact...

Doctors of the World's benefit at the Metropolitan Pavilion. Event contact...

Linda Arnaud's The Artful Christmas book launch at Astra, with PR by Yasdan & Fields.

Fragrance Foundation's Circle of Champions award dinner at the Ritz-Carlton New York - Battery Park, with PR by Lisa Lori Communications. Event contact...

New York magazine's Taste of New York at Guastavino's, with lighting design by Bentley Meeker Lighting & Staging. Event contact...

Andrea Bocelli cd release party at the American Museum of Natural History, with lighting design by Bentley Meeker Lighting & Staging.

Only Make Believe benefit performances at the Westside Theatre. Event contact...

Society for the Preservation of Weeksville and Bedford-Stuyvesant History's Past/Forward benefit at the Brooklyn Museum of Art. Event contact...

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12 Stunning Draping Designs That'll Inspire the Look of Your Next Event

Fairmont Chicago was draped in shades of green via live plants and colored furnishings for the 2017 Pantone Color of the Year event, where Kehoe Designs helmed the event's design. Running with a greenery theme—Pantone's then-color of the year—the event design team incorporated appropriately colored products from the client's product line, such as green mop heads, which were used to form the oversized, makeshift weeping willow trees. Working with sister company Floral Exhibits, the team aimed to make it appear as if living plants were growing right out of the tables themselves.

15 Reasons Greenery Might Be the Unsung Hero of Event Design

The event also had a French-themed dessert display arranged on tables representing the five Olympic rings. Surrounding an Eiffel Tower centerpiece, desserts included macarons, raspberry financiers, eclairs, pate de fruit, and mini mont blancs with chestnut, orange Chantilly cream, and chocolate.

16 Design and Catering Ideas to Inspire Your Summer Olympics-Themed Events

Joffrey Ballet’s Midsummer Celebration

Two of Chicago’s Biggest Summer Galas Were Just Days Apart—But Worlds Apart in Design

Event Design & Decor

12 Stunning Draping Designs That'll Inspire the Look of Your Next Event

Drapes aren't just practical—they can transform ordinary spaces into opulent environments.

Event Design & Decor

15 Reasons Greenery Might Be the Unsung Hero of Event Design

Flowers get a lot of attention in the event world—but few things transform a space like some well-placed foliage. Here are some of our favorite examples of greenery at events.

Fairmont Chicago was draped in shades of green via live plants and colored furnishings for the 2017 Pantone Color of the Year event, where Kehoe Designs helmed the event's design. Running with a greenery theme—Pantone's then-color of the year—the event design team incorporated appropriately colored products from the client's product line, such as green mop heads, which were used to form the oversized, makeshift weeping willow trees. Working with sister company Floral Exhibits, the team aimed to make it appear as if living plants were growing right out of the tables themselves.

Event Design & Decor

16 Design and Catering Ideas to Inspire Your Summer Olympics-Themed Events

From edible tennis balls to branded rock-climbing walls, these concepts are ideal for gatherings tied to the upcoming Olympic Games in Paris.

The event also had a French-themed dessert display arranged on tables representing the five Olympic rings. Surrounding an Eiffel Tower centerpiece, desserts included macarons, raspberry financiers, eclairs, pate de fruit, and mini mont blancs with chestnut, orange Chantilly cream, and chocolate.

Event Design & Decor

Two of Chicago’s Biggest Summer Galas Were Just Days Apart—But Worlds Apart in Design

From Cabaret to A Midsummer Night's Dream, one design team was behind this year's looks for the Museum of Contemporary Art's ArtEdge and the Joffrey Ballet's annual gala.

Joffrey Ballet’s Midsummer Celebration

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How This Steampunk-Themed Gala Celebrated the 'Passage of Time'

The annual Steppenwolf Theatre gala took over the Bridgeport Art Center this year, raising $1.6 million for the theater’s education and artistic programming.

This year's Steppenwolf Gala celebrated the ensemble's 'bold, irreverent, and rock ’n’ roll style of work and play,' said artistic directors Glenn Davis and Audrey Francis.

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The Unexpected Places Top Designers Have Found Event Inspiration

From airport ceilings to childhood snacks, here's how everyday objects and moments have inspired some jaw-dropping event designs.

Has This Media Brand Solved the Experiential Marketing Equation?

Event Profs Share Their Wildest Event Ideas—That Actually Worked

34 Cool Event Ideas You May Have Missed From Stanley, Deloitte, Nat Geo, and More

Want to Engage College Students? Give ‘Em Free Food—That’s What Uber Did

Merch Madness: See Inside the First-Ever Fanatics Fest

Trend Spotted: Brands Are Transforming Private Homes Into Ongoing Immersive Experiences

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Do Look Up: 15 Ceiling Designs That Caught Our Eye at Recent Events

What is "skychology" and how does it immerse guests further into an experience? Plus, get inspired by steal-worthy designs that drew guests' eyes up.

The Kentucky Derby’s Trifecta Gala

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See the Fun, Playful Elements From Public Art Fund’s 2024 Party

The organization's annual event celebrated its upcoming exhibition season with artist-designed activations and whimsical drinks and desserts.

Adrienne Elise Tarver's painting “Dark Star” inspired the decor for the party, immersing attendees in vibrant sunset hues. The painting was also featured as part of the tropical dinner tablescape.

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How Dozens of Competitive Vendors Worked Together for This Over-the-Top Gala

WIPA Philadelphia's first-ever gala paid homage to the city's musical history with an elaborate event design created by 30 different florists, planners, rental companies, and other local vendors.

WIPA Philadelphia's first-ever gala was held at Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia.

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8 Wow-Worthy Event Ideas BizBash Spotted on Instagram

Take a peek at Instagram photos full of steal-worthy event ideas to serve as inspiration for your next gathering.

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18 Stunning Ways Brands Have Captured Attention with Infinity Rooms

Brands have long been honoring artist Yayoi Kusama's "Infinity Mirrors" concept, using mirrored walls and repeating shapes to create an eye-catching visual loop that immerses guests in an event theme.

Also at Coachella 2024, STEEZY—an online platform for dance enthusiasts—celebrated its partnership with Nike through the STEEZY 'House of Reflections,' sponsored by Nike Air Max. The activation took the form of a massive shoe box; inside, the immersive experience provided performers and dancers with a colorful, infinity room-like setting for self-expression and content creation.

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Coachella 2024: 5 Steal-Worthy Event Design Trends From This Year's Festival

From purple color palettes to Insta-friendly logo integrations, here are some of our favorite design details from the buzzy music festival.

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