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10 Best Ideas of the Week: 'Fortnite's Neon Disco Ball Stage, Luminato's 'House of Mirrors,' Montblanc's Space-Theme Geodesic Dome

Here's a look at 10 steal-worthy ideas we spotted this week.

Ian Zelaya
June 21, 2019

This week's roundup includes Fortnite's disco ball stage at E3 in Los Angeles; Luminato's Hall of Mirrors exhibition in Toronto; Montblanc's space-theme geodesic dome in Houston; and Rosé Mansion's 3-D floor art in New York.

Montblanc StarWalker Launch
Montblanc StarWalker Launch
Luxury goods brand Montblanc debuted its new StarWalker pen with an event at Houston’s Lone Star Flight Museum on June 11. The event, designed internally by Montblanc, had a space exploration theme timed to the 50th anniversary of the first landing on the moon. Guests could enjoy cocktails and food in a pop-up, 21-meter geodesic dome lighted in shades of blue. Inside, the dome projected images of the earth and space.
Photo: Bob Levey/Getty Images
Luminato
Luminato
The 13th edition of the Luminato arts festival runs through June 23 in Toronto. A new addition this year is the "House of Mirrors," a traveling exhibition that made its North American debut at Harbourfront Centre’s Lakeside Terrace. The installation invites people to walk through a disorienting, kaleidoscope-like atmosphere that presents reflections from numerous angles. The structure stands more than 12 feet tall and weighs more than 55 tons.
Photo: Courtesy of Luminato
Hospitality Industry Technology Exposition and Conference
Hospitality Industry Technology Exposition and Conference
The Hospitality Industry Technology Exposition and Conference took place June 17 to 20 in Minneapolis. Chad Hudson Events designed the after-party, which took place at Aria Minneapolis. The event design was inspired by A Midsummer Night’s Dream, brought to life by a variety of greenery and purple flowers and wall projections of shadows of trees.
Photo: Cadence & Eli Photography
Epic Games' 'Fortnite' Booth at E3
Epic Games' 'Fortnite' Booth at E3
E3, the Entertainment Software Association’s video game industry trade show, took place June 11 to 13 at the Los Angeles Convention Center. Fortnite had the show’s largest and most eye-catching booth, taking over a 15,000-square-foot space on the show floor. Booth highlights included the “Boogie Down Stage,” which was wrapped in disco ball mirrors and featured in-game dance performances, trivia game tournaments, and appearances from cosplay characters. See more: E3 2019: Check Out the Coolest Booths, Parties, and Brand Activations
Photo: Courtesy of FGPG
GameSpot After-Party at E3
GameSpot After-Party at E3
GameSpot’s after-party took place on the rooftop of the Standard Hotel. A photo moment for sponsor Dr Pepper featured a pair of giant headphones created from actual soda cans. The Visionary Group produced the event. See more: E3 2019: Check Out the Coolest Booths, Parties, and Brand Activations
Photo: John Metcalf
Twitch's E3 After-Party
Twitch's E3 After-Party
Live streaming platform Twitch hosted an E3 after-party at the Conga Room at L.A. Live. Produced in-house by Twitch, the purple-hued event featured a chandelier-like installation that displayed the Twitch logo and other graphics. See more: E3 2019: Check Out the Coolest Booths, Parties, and Brand Activations
Photo: Sean Paul Franget/SPF Studios
Mom 2.0 Summit
Mom 2.0 Summit
The annual Mom 2.0 Summit took place in April at the JW Marriott in Austin. Summit sponsor Google introduced “Be Internet Awesome,” an online safety and digital citizenship program designed to help teach kids how to navigate the internet in a safe, smart, and positive manner. See more: Why Google Sponsored This Annual Parenting Conference
Photo: Steve Hall
Rosé Mansion
Rosé Mansion
The second edition of Rosé Mansion kicked off June 1 and runs through September at the Manhattan Mall. One of 14 themed rooms in the experience is the "Fermentation Room," which resembles a science lab and features a giant chalkboard mural that details the fermentation process of wine. See more: See How Rosé Mansion Creators Are Putting an Educational Twist on the Instagram Playground
Photo: James Coletta
Rosé Mansion
Rosé Mansion
For a room inspired by wines found in upstate New York, organizers partnered with artist Nate Baranowski, who painted a 3-D floor image of a pier on a lake in New York. Experiential art agency YTG Agency built a cloud and fabric ceiling installation. See more: See How Rosé Mansion Creators Are Putting an Educational Twist on the Instagram Playground
Photo: James Coletta
92nd Street Y Spring Gala
92nd Street Y Spring Gala
The 92nd Street Y’s annual spring gala took place May 20 at the center’s location on New York’s Upper East Side. A room called Forever Young had a camp theme, with lantern centerpieces, bandana-style napkins, and a starry night backdrop. The event was designed by Bryan Rafanelli of Rafanelli Events. See more: How This Gala Pulls Off Seven Dinner Parties in One Night
Photo: Matt Teuten
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