Event Design
How to Plan a Company Retreat in 8 Simple Steps
Do you need to improve your team’s communication skills? Could you benefit from increased employee engagement or a refocused staff? Do you just want to show your employees some appreciation? If so, it may be time to start discussing how to plan a company retreat! The idea may seem overwhelming at first, but we’ve created…
Read MoreUnique Event Signage Ideas That Actually Work
Signs are an important part of our day-to-day life, whether we think about it or not. They tell us when to stop in traffic, direct us how to get to where we want to go, tell us what to look at, and so on. With so many signs surrounding us all the time, choosing ones…
Read MoreThe Complete Guide to Event Stage Design
A well-designed stage can help you stand out from the crowd and can be a make or break factor of the experience for your audience. But before you commit to an event stage design, it’s important to consider all the factors that go into creating one. Support your event goals and impress your audience with…
Read MoreThe Ultimate Guide to U-Shaped Seating
Looking to create an event floor plan that’s aesthetically pleasing and makes it easier for people to collaborate with each other during a presentation? Then the U-shaped seating arrangement may be the best bet. Here’s everything you need to know about this seating arrangement type and how to get the most out of it. What…
Read MoreThe Ultimate Guide to the Church Seating Layout
The church seating layout is used for houses of worship, but it’s also found in lecture halls, performing arts centers, and conference spaces. You may already recognize it from an event you’ve planned or attended at a university, seminar, or yes, church. But what is the church seating layout exactly, and why is it used…
Read More8 Must-Know Types of Seating Arrangements for Events
Seating arrangements have the power to make or break deals, relationships, and even event goals. “Much of getting what you want comes down to where (event attendees) sit,” says Brian Lee, Chief of Product Management at Lifehack. And where people sit depends on the type of seating arrangement that’s chosen for the event, meeting, conference,…
Read MoreThe Ultimate Guide to Chevron Style Seating
Need an attractive floor plan that gives attendees and speakers maximum visibility while making the most of any space? Then consider chevron style seating for events. Also known as V seats, this formation is known to bring more harmony to groups, much like its inverted counterpart in the natural world that geese fly in. Keep…
Read MoreThe Ultimate Guide to Cabaret Style Seating
Cabaret style seating is used for events such as presentations, galas, award shows, dinners, and even training seminars. Chances are you’ve been to ” or planned ” an event that used this type of seating. But what is it, exactly? Keep reading to discover the pros, cons, and best practices of cabaret style seating. Then,…
Read MoreWedding Tent Layout: 8 Tips You Need to Know
Whether you plan to host a ceremony or reception outdoors, creating the right wedding tent layout is key to helping everything run smoothly. Create the right atmosphere, sort out logistics, and maximize space by following the suggestions listed throughout this post. Then, learn more about how to create a wedding tent layout for your unique…
Read MoreWednesday Wisdom: Is Open or Assigned Seating the Right Choice?
It’s a key question for every event”open or assigned seating for guests? Do you let your guests choose where they would like to sit for the product rollout or the gala dinner? Or do you spend time working with your client on detailed seating arrangements? There are pros and cons to each style of event…
Read MoreTech Thursday: Banquet Table Layout Generator Ideas
Banquet table setup diagrams run the gamut from the tried-and-true to something new under the sun. It’s obvious why hoisting diners and their dinners into the sky is not the most common banquet setup option, but what makes the tried-and-true setups such classics? How can you set up a reception, party, or celebration in a…
Read MoreMonday Motivation: The 4 Keys to Better 3D Stage Designs for Events
3D design is a natural fit for event planning. But when it comes to designing stages for events”3D design tools rock. And they’re not just reserved for large-scale event productions. Getting a 3D perspective helps planners design stages for any event, from a panel discussion at a tech conference to the stage for a wedding…
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