Out Door Decor

At the Veuve Clicquot Polo Classic, an eye-catching “living hashtag” comprising succulents spelled out the event name.

For the New York Public Library's Library Lions event in 2008, guests passed through archways of autumn leaves en route to the benefit's cocktail space.

Golden palm-frond-inspired fixtures hung above the Garden of Eve-theme Circa Lighting display, which was designed by Sarah Whit Interior Design. The vignette also featured an apple tree centerpiece, animal-printed rug, and greenery as makeshift walls.

Harrington College of Design showcased garland walls made of discs in shades of teal, turquoise, and gold. The table display, which was designed by the school’s students, also included agate coasters and gold flatware.

Taking inspiration from the fairy tale Beauty and the Beast, Illinois Institute of Art students created a luxe-looking vignette with a fur table covering, golden goblets, and gold-tinged roses on the ceiling.

Students from the Illinois chapter of the American Society of Interior Designers went with a woodsy theme, using natural elements like branches, seashells, moss, and animal hides throughout their showcase.

Forum Studio and Clayco's "tree house" concept was inspired by the Chicago Loop's architecture and its modern grid. "The use of tinted mirrored walls is to remove barriers, opening all avenues for design, while showing a play of grid and texture in an abstract rendition," said Josh Tremblay, principal at Forum Studio.

Inner tubes suspended from the ceiling were one of many playful touches at the tropical cabana created by Kehoe Designs.