On November 2, the New York Public Library hosted its annual gala in the Stephen A. Schwarzman building. David Monn handled decor and gave the dinner a rustic look with lots of greenery.
For its Centre Stage fund-raiser, held on November 3, the Canadian Opera Company treated patrons to an on-stage dinner. The stage was set with decorative elements inspired by the company's production of La Traviata; fixtures included a large chandelier dangling above. The set designer for the production was Riccardo Hernandez.
The Celebration of Hope Gala, which benefits Lungevity, took place at New York's Pierre hotel on October 14. Events by André Wells designed the event and decked tables with bright bunches of flowers. The tables also held cards that provided information on lung cancer.
The American Cancer Society hosted its 10th annual Discovery Ball on April 2 at the Hilton Chicago. To match the event's celestial "Soar Beyond" theme, designer Rishi Patel of HMR Designs incorporated butterflies, sunshine, and clouds into the decor.
