Easy Ways to Achieve Inspiring Event Designs
By Ansley CrabtreeSo, you’re starting to plan your wedding day at The Plant Venue. Where to begin? You’ve probably saved tons of ideas on Pinterest and IG, dreaming up a patchwork vision that only exists in your mind. The last thing you want to do is settle for less when you can already picture it all down to the last detail.
The first moment of discouragement often arises when you begin to consider your budget. You may find yourself comparing what you’ve already spent to how far you realistically have to go while wondering — should I even reach out to more vendors at this point in the planning process? If you’re willing to get creative and collaborate where it counts, its time to fall in love with the journey of planning!
Throughout this blog, you will discover inspiration drawn from both actual weddings at the venue and from various sources found online. The spaces at The Plant Venue are designed to be modern, minimalist, and effortlessly adaptable to most (if not all) aesthetics and styles you might envision. While these ideas reflect my personal perspective as the owner, I encourage you to explore your creativity and run wild with them, allowing you to truly make them your own!
One of my personal favorite ceremony layouts is the avant-garde radial plan. The Plant is already an out-of-the-ordinary destination, so it’s only natural to do things differently when hosting an event with us. Mayson and Landon chose to reimagine the radial concept to be more angular and defined by Threefoot Blooms’ breathtaking florals, creating stunning visuals from every angle in The Courtyard.
Another great feature from The Williams’ wedding was their decision to opt for an all black guest dress code and an all white dress code for the bridesmaids! The little details go a long way on your wedding day, and its always a great idea to get your guests involved in the aesthetic fun (it’s your day, after all)!
⇧ For those interested in creating a unique version of the radial ceremony layout, be sure to save these ideas featued above for your planner or event designer to reference. Consider incorporating our white resin folding chairs, along with other stylish rentals, to enhance the overall aesthetic of your event!
Anyone who knows me well also knows I’m a sucker for beautifully designed lanterns and charming clusters of hanging orbs, particularly when the bulb emits a warm, inviting yellow light—so delightful!
If the classic white orbs don’t align with your personal aesthetic, you can alternatively choose from a variety of other shade materials, such as natural rattan, custom-crafted spheres adorned with fairy lights, or an array of unique shapes that fit in with your overall vision.
Lanterns, lamps, and shades are not only affordable but also incredibly easy to install using a safe ladder and some clear fishing line, and they have the remarkable ability to create impactful and intimate moments in tall, lofty spaces like The Atrium, enhancing the overall atmosphere of any event.
Our modern-industrial venue, which was once an abandoned pipe plant, now serves as a unique gathering space where the ruins of its original concrete form are thoughtfully and intentionally showcased throughout each area. This dinner concept artfully blends a communal tablescape filled with an abundance of glass-covered candles, creating a warm and inviting ambiance.
To enhance your experience, we recommend topping it all off with soaring white fabrics, providing another creative approach to cultivating an intimate atmosphere within a large, lofted space. So, who’s ready to arrange our wooden eight-foot birch tables to transform The Courtyard into the perfect setting for their rehearsal dinner or reception seating setup?
When you choose to book with us, you automatically gain access to 100% more furniture inventory than you had prior to making your reservation! At The Plant Venue, we provide an versatile selection that includes 10 round folding tables, 10 long folding tables, 5 long wooden tables, 100 classic white resin chairs, and an additional 30 stylish black dining chairs.
As illustrated in the inspiration photos displayed above, being intentional about the beautifully framed moments from your table arrangement can significantly transform the overall flow of the space and ultimately influence your guests’ overall experience in a positive way. We encourage you to consider renting a dance floor from Great Southern Events and arranging our 8ft tables around the edges, providing your guests with front-row seats to the festivities. You might also think about hiring Iron Horse Grill for full bar service and add a “bar square” in a spacious, open area for your guests to enjoy!
Just one more before we head out… For Jena and Will’s beautiful wedding in early summer, they collaborated with The Willow Blu to create a series of gorgeous floral accents and exquisite backdrops throughout the entire venue. These thoughtfully curated arrangements elevated their stunning traditional ceremony layout and seamlessly transitioned into the vibrant celebration of the night at the reception!
There are so many unique and creative ways to take ordinary event furniture and transform it into stunning and artful layouts that can captivate your guests. To bring any of these visions to life, we highly recommend collaborating with experienced event professionals, such as an event designer, planner, florist, or skilled decorator, who can help relieve you of any setup stress and ensure everything is perfectly arranged for your special occasion.
We have a great list of suggested vendors here including creatives, caterers, coordinators, and more. Take some time to browse the online vendor directory and reach out to us today for more recommendations on how to bring your ultimate event design to life!
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