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Dynamic Drape & Decor utilized its new Form Set collection of modular pieces to create the Event Innovation Forum stage backdrop. The line, which debuted on IdeaFest show day and is available now, is ideal for projected lighting and video mapping displays.

In February, Teva Pharmaceutical hosted a three-day conference at the Fairmont Waterfront hotel in Vancouver. Playing off the event’s 007 theme, AVW-Telav designed the opening session stage to look like the office of MI6 head “M,” with a faux fireplace, working light fixtures, and a red leather door. The presentation began with a James Bond-inspired video montage starring the company’s vice president, who eventually appeared on stage via a hidden opening in the set’s bookcase.

Diffa’s Believe gala in Chicago last year had a garden-inspired setting. A small stage was used only for the DJ and announcements, but producers from Event Creative added a pergola to give the raised platform more presence and to incorporate it into the event’s overall look and vibe.

Univision hosted its annual Hispanic 411 forum, an event that educates brand marketers and agencies on Hispanic trends and culture, at the Epic Hotel in Miami in February. Produced by Production Resources Group and designed by Shiraz Events, the stage had to conform to the ballroom’s low ceiling height and sphere-shaped chandeliers, which were ultimately incorporated into the set.

For a New York couple marrying at the Waldorf Astoria Orlando, Heather Snively of Weddings Unique recreated the newlyweds’ hometown with a hand-painted backdrop of Central Park from Greenery Productions. Lighting and real trees helped the scene come to life.

Dallas-based Suite 206's new Savile Row collection includes masculine-looking furniture rentals such as the nail head-accented Tomas wingback chair. Individual pieces are priced from $55 to $350 and are available nationwide.

In an effort to prevent large staging and exhibit structures from ending up in landfills, Arlington, Virginia-based design firm Beth Singer Design has developed modular staging systems that can be reused, reconfigured, and resized. The portable, lightweight frames are easily customized with a variety of wrinkle-free fabric skins.

Taylor Creative Inc. is now carrying Kartell’s invisible coffee table. A match for Louis Ghost chairs, the sleek Lucite tables rent for $150 each, and there are 16 available. Also new to Taylor’s inventory: Kartell’s invisible dining tables.

The stage at E!’s upfront in New York in April had three LED screens overhead and three curvilinear walls on the platform. The central panel, which remained in place during the presentation, later slid aside to make room for musical acts.

Romney's strategists envisioned "America's living room" as the design for the convention stage inside the Tampa Bay Times Forum. "We used the same wood tones to frame the screens, but they are layered so they are a mosaic of shapes. Above the whole thing are these skylights made out of screens as well. So in a sense it has a domestic architecture to it. It has a ceiling and walls and the things that are more typical of a living room architecture," said Fenhagen.

In the dining area, planners made sure everyone knew the event hashtag.

President Bill Clinton was the evening's keynote speaker.

President Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama danced to Jennifer Hudson singing "Let's Stay Together" at the Inaugural Ball at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center Monday evening. Hargrove worked on the event for the Presidential Inaugural Committee, constructing the stage, drapes, and other design elements.

The stage that Hargrove built for the event featured a circular extension emblazoned with the inaugural seal.