Portfolio - Radio Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, Chicago

Recently we loaded up the truck with red roses and cylinder vases, and drove to the frozen tundra of downtown Chicago to prepare for the Radio Hall of Fame's induction dinner on Saturday, November 6th, 2010. Paul has worked with the museum for numerous years, and has become their resource for everything floral.

The challenge of any destination event is the coordination of multiple vendors both at home and on location. For example, we worked with a national vendor for the red carpet, and turned to our trusted NOLA businesses for the boston ferns and fabric draping.

The ceremony was held at the studio of WTTW Channel 11. We created an amazing first impression with this elegant entrance table. The vibrant red of our Freedom rose is amplified by large cylinders of water. This look would be wonderful for a wedding reception, cocktail party or special anniversary dinner.

Doesn't the studio look great! The black, red and white color scheme was consistently repeated through out all elements of the event.

We were also responsible for providing the red carpet, black pipe and draping, lush boston ferns and clear lucite pedestals. The dramatic red rose arrangement inside the speaker's podium was just one of the unexpected elements that made the decor unique.

The guest centerpieces were inspired by and repeat the look of the front entrance table. A collection of three vases and votive candles were arranged on an oversized mirror. We highly recommend the use of mirrors when the centerpiece design emphasizes the use of glass and candlelight.

Overall, the trip "up north" was a resounding success. Our team was rewarded with a delicious dinner and the opportunity to take pictures with special guests like country star Reba McEntire. Our gears are already turning for next year when the Radio Hall of Fame unveils its new facility.