You have (almost endless) options for your mini-event venue. You are only limited by your imagination when it comes to a small space.
Here, small-venue owners and event planners share their personal wisdom about how to make the most of these intimate venues.
Discover 5 Ideas for Small Event Spaces That Your Guests Will Love
These small event space ideas are a result of hours and hours of research on small spaces, as well as tools that have revolutionized the way we create layouts in tricky spaces.
1. Surprise Your Audience With a Surprise Element
Small does not have to be boring. You can either shock, delight or simply impress guests by creating a visual experience that will make them gasp when they enter. Decor, a painted wall, or a live performer can all be used.
2. BYOM – Bring Your Own Mirrors
Mirrors are a great home décor trick that can be used to create a small event space.
Mirrors can make a room feel larger, brighter, and more elegant. You can place large ones on the floor, while smaller ones are great for tabletops and shelves. Use temporary poster strips to hold up light mirrors. Or, see if the venue you are at has some that they use as decor.
3. Ceiling Space Is a Great Resource
Have limited floor space? If you want to add more surfaces from which your lighting and event decor can be hung, consider looking up. The ceilings of event spaces are often overlooked. If you want to make the most of a small event space, this could be the solution you need.
4. Select a Focal Point
When you fill a small event space with different objects, colors, and furniture, it can feel overwhelming. A central focal point will keep the visuals clean and interesting. This is the focal point that will draw the eye to the space.
Use what the venue already has! If you have an interesting chandelier at the center of the space, it may be enough to guide your other decor choices.
5. Change the Furniture
Does a table take up valuable floor space? Ask the venue to relocate it. Replace it with a fold-up table that is slimmer and can be pushed against the wall. You can also get rid of the tables and have it all on your feet!
DA Event Planning is founded by Daniela Alvarez, an Indian wedding planner in Orlando FL who is dedicated to creating the most beautiful and memorable weddings for her clients. She is passionate about all aspects of wedding planning, from helping you with the vision and theme of your wedding to crafting the perfect timeline for your big day.
