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Domestic Embellishment, Vancouver, BC (2024)

08/27/2024

✨ R&A ✨

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08/24/2024

When the bride takes a minute to come give you a high five mid-install 🥰💕✨🫶🏼

08/22/2024

✨ ¡Arriba Los Novios! ✨

After the guests grabbed their es**rt champagne glasses, we did a little flip and brought the UPHLDN tall inside to prep the sweetheart table backdrop for the reception!

We created a coordinating ceiling installation above the sweetheart table, which precisely framed the UPHLDN arch at elevation view. Couple hundred carnations were securely fastened and methodically suspended to create the composition.

08/20/2024

✨ ¡Arriba Los Novios! ✨

After the guests grabbed their es**rt champagne glasses, we did a little flip and brought the UPHLDN tall inside to prep the sweetheart table backdrop for the reception!

We created a coordinating ceiling installation above the sweetheart table, which precisely framed the UPHLDN arch at elevation view. Couple hundred carnations were securely fastened and precisely suspended to create the composition.

08/18/2024

As the late great Robin Leach always said, “champagne wishes and caviar dreams!”

Happy Wedding Anniversary Rubi + Anton 🥂

Originally they were supposed to have their wedding in the year 2020 which we all now just don’t even want to mention. I still can’t believe we still made this happen the following year given everything that was going on in the world at the time. ‘20 and ‘21 were some really dark times for the events industry and I am so lucky and proud that this wedding was like our light at the end of that tunnel!

Featured here is our UPHLDN TALL, which is our exclusive modular fixture system and we used our dreamy clear shelves to create a stunning treat for guests entering the event. Our version of an es**rt card display where guests could find their seat for the reception.

Also featured is a 3D sign for the couple to keep afterwards ✨💕

**rtcards

08/16/2024

As the late great Robin Leach always said, “champagne wishes and caviar dreams!”

Ok so I’m 2 days late wishing Rubi + Anton a Happy Wedding Anniversary 🥂 and 3 years late posting these photos 🫣 but here we are better late than never right?! Life happens and I admit I’m not the greatest at social media, but promise to share the content of our stunning event design work eventually 🙈

Originally they were supposed to have their wedding in the year 2020 which we all now just don’t even want to mention. I still can’t believe we still made this happen the following year given everything that was going on in the world at the time. ‘20 and ‘21 were some really dark times for the events industry and I am so lucky and proud that this wedding was like our light at the end of that tunnel!

Featured here is our UPHLDN TALL, which is our exclusive modular fixture system and we used our dreamy clear shelves to create a stunning treat for guests entering the event. Our version of an es**rt card display where guests could find their seat for the reception.

Also featured is a 3D sign for the couple to keep afterwards ✨💕

**rtcards

05/16/2024

Place cards / Es**rt cards can be such a sweet keepsake for your guests to remember your special celebration! We’re big fans of function but also make it pretty and cool ❤️‍🔥 always a joy to see them in action after the event they were created for!

Thank you for trusting DE to help out and make a custom momento for S+T’s wedding (and for the pic) .and.beyond.events .1220 🌸

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05/14/2024

When we say “labour of love” we really mean it! Initially the inquiry for these custom came in only 3 weeks prior to S+T’s wedding date. At that time I was deeply in the midst of final prep and production work for a $250k decor budget wedding. Short turn around + low bandwidth + custom project with materials not available locally = no problem!! 🤣 When I say I can do anything it’s the truth! Once design proofs, materials and deposits were finalized there really were only a couple days left to knock these beauties out! Not ideal but this is why working with a professional is important bc their decades of experience enables them to not only make cool sh*t but to make that happen too regardless of the circumstances.

All that being said, it was a pleasure to create these custom placecards! I sourced the then hand pressed and dehydrated them myself:
Sea Waltz from Equador
Tinted from Colombia
Paprika from Holland
Flamenca Cushion , , Volkenfrieden Delphinium all local

My expedited technique involved a combination of using a microwave press, a traditional food dehydrator as well as baking trays in a conventional oven. Thousands of these precious were prepared and then delicately individually placed into the resin moulds. And as always, a little sprinkle of never hurt!

Over 70 of these bookmark placecards were created for the guests which were completed with their first name and a tassel. Check out the reel!!

Thank you to .and.beyond.events Nicole & Celine as well as S+T for having me be part of this special celebration! I love making cool projects like this!! 🌸❤️‍🔥

S + T Wedding 👰‍♀️🤵‍♂️

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05/13/2024

When we say “labour of love” we really mean it! Initially the inquiry for these custom came in only 3 weeks prior to S+T’s wedding date. At that time I was deeply in the midst of final prep and production work for a $250k decor budget wedding. Short turn around + low bandwidth + custom project with materials not available locally = no problem!! 🤣 When I say I can do anything it’s the truth! Once design proofs, materials and deposits were finalized there really were only a couple days left to knock these beauties out! Not ideal but this is why working with a professional is important bc their decades of experience enables them to not only make cool sh*t but to make that happen too regardless of the circumstances.

All that being said, it was a pleasure to create these custom placecards! I sourced the then hand pressed and dehydrated them myself:
Sea Waltz from Equador
Tinted from Colombia
Paprika from Holland
Flamenca Cushion , , Volkenfrieden Delphinium all local

My expedited technique involved a combination of using a microwave press, a traditional food dehydrator as well as baking trays in a conventional oven. Thousands of these precious were prepared and then delicately individually placed into the resin moulds. And as always, a little sprinkle of never hurt!

Over 70 of these bookmark placecards were created for the guests which were completed with their first name and a tassel. Check out the reel!!

Thank you to .and.beyond.events Nicole & Celine as well as S+T for having me be part of this special celebration! I love making cool projects like this!! 🌸❤️‍🔥

03/29/2024

We are the ONLY source to rent these DIY LED signs from. The system is built to mix and match providing a budget friendly option to those not wanting to commit to investing in to their own custom neon sign. White is the only “colour” choice that blends well with any decor theme. All hardware is included. Inquire with your preferred statement you’d like to spell out.

There are two sizes available:
LARGE (15CM) and SMALL (8CM)

With a variety of:
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WAYFINDING ARROWS

Photo from C&B’s private residence backyard wedding

03/27/2024

We are the ONLY source to rent these DIY LED signs from. The system is built to mix and match providing a budget friendly option to those not wanting to commit to investing in to their own custom neon sign. White is the only “colour” choice that blends well with any decor theme. All hardware is included. Inquire with your preferred statement you’d like to spell out.

There are two sizes available:
LARGE (15CM) and SMALL (8CM)

With a variety of:
ALPHABET LETTERS
NUMBERS
&!? #$+
WAYFINDING ARROWS

Photo from C&B’s private residence backyard wedding

03/21/2024

We are the ONLY source to rent these DIY LED signs from. The system is built to mix and match providing a budget friendly option to those not wanting to commit to investing in to their own custom neon sign. White is the only “colour” choice that blends well with any decor theme. All hardware is included. Inquire with your preferred statement you’d like to spell out.

There are two sizes available:
LARGE (15CM) and SMALL (8CM)

With a variety of:
ALPHABET LETTERS
NUMBERS
&!? #$+
WAYFINDING ARROWS

Photo from K&R’s wedding at

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03/20/2024

We are the ONLY source to rent these DIY LED signs from. The system is built to mix and match providing a budget friendly option to those not wanting to commit to investing in to their own custom neon sign. White is the only “colour” choice that blends well with any decor theme. All hardware is included. Inquire with your preferred statement you’d like to spell out.

There are two sizes available:
LARGE (15CM) and SMALL (8CM)

With a variety of:
ALPHABET LETTERS
NUMBERS
&!? #$+
WAYFINDING ARROWS

Photo from K&R’s wedding at

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03/19/2024

We are the only source to rent these DIY LED signs from. The system is built to mix and match providing a budget friendly option to those not wanting to commit to investing in to their own custom neon sign. White is the only “colour” choice that blends well with any decor theme. All hardware is included. Inquire with your preferred statement you’d like to spell out.

There are two sizes available:
LARGE (15CM) and SMALL (8CM)

With a variety of:
ALPHABET LETTERS
NUMBERS
&!? #$+
WAYFINDING ARROWS

Photo from K&R’s wedding at

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03/08/2024

The smallest details in a visual composition can have a significant impact because they contribute to overall coherence, harmony, and aesthetic appeal. They often serve to enhance the message or story being conveyed, evoke emotions, guide the viewer’s attention, and create a sense of balance and unity within the design. Even minor elements can influence the perception and interpretation of the entire composition, making attention to detail crucial for effective communication and engagement.

Seeing both the micro and the macro perspectives is crucial for gaining a comprehensive understanding of what experience a guest will have while attending an event. It is paramount to combine both into the overall design for a full 360 immersion into the ambience you are creating. From when guests are first walking in they see the zoomed out whole picture and then as they proceed throughout the event they continue to discover and be delighted by the smallest most microscopic of details.

Macro Perspective: Viewing the bigger picture provides context, perspective, and a holistic understanding of the overall structure, patterns, and trends. This broader view helps in recognizing navigation, identifying overarching themes, and making strategic decisions for engagement.

Micro Perspective: Examining the smallest details allows for a deep dive into specific elements, revealing nuances, intricacies, and individual complex components that may otherwise go unnoticed. This level of scrutiny in design is essential for thematic refinement and styling precision.

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03/06/2024

UPHLDN is a one of a kind and exclusive modular fixture system with different options to mix and match for personalization. UPHLDN has a minimalist aesthetic with an easy plug and play assembly for installation. Several functional add-ons are available for further customization that lend well to a large variety of events.

Featured here is SLNDR with a floating shelf to elegantly showcase this beautiful cake for the party! Swipe to see SHORT with one of a kind custom lace sign and TALL with tiered ruffled backdrop with custom pearl 3D letters sign!

DE also offers sourcing and styling of decor to personalize the final touches of your event to ensure a cohesive composition where the most micro details tie the entire vision together! From the antique Capodimonte Italian ceramics, Louis XVI armchair, brass tea cart, hand painted biscuit jar, coloured and iridescent depression glass serving ware, engraved silver trays, cut crystal and gilt Limoges vases… all were hand selected to complete the look and feel of a Regency/Baroque/Rococo era inspired motif. A party fit for a queen of course! 👸🏾🏰

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03/05/2024

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03/04/2024

Custom lace sign for a truly one of a kind unique event experience ✨💕

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03/01/2024

Gather your favorite ladies and let’s make this birthday one for the books! 🎉✨ From laughter to dancing, every moment counts. Treat yourselves and splurge on some adorable decorations to create an ambiance that screams fun and celebration! Whether it’s chic balloons, pretty flowers, or cute vintage furniture and serving ware, let’s set the stage for a night to remember. Because life’s too short not to indulge in a little extravagance with the ones we love! Buy that fancy dress! Treat yourself to decadent desserts! Pop those bottles! 🍾🥂💖

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02/28/2024

IYKYK: here at DE we are MAXIMALISTS and believe more is more 🤗

Maximalist design is an aesthetic approach characterized by its boldness, abundance, and eclecticism. It embraces excess, incorporating vibrant colors, intricate patterns, diverse textures, and a mix of styles, often resulting in visually rich and stimulating environments. Maximalist spaces are often filled with layers of decorative elements, art, and furnishings, creating a sense of opulence and personality.

Maximalist design can evoke feelings of delight and excitement in some people similar to a dopamine response which is often associated with feelings of pleasure, reward, and exhilaration, which are also commonly experienced during social gatherings and celebrations like parties. The anticipation, social interactions, enjoyable activities, and positive experiences associated with a party can all contribute to the release of dopamine in the brain, leading to feelings of happiness and satisfaction.

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02/22/2024

Doljabi is a Korean tradition held during a child’s first birthday celebration, known as doljanchi. During doljabi, various items symbolizing different professions or traits are placed in front of the child, who then selects one. It’s believed that the chosen item foretells the child’s future career or life path.

We created an engaging display for guests to fill out and submit a ballot of their guess for what Story would pick! Interactive touch points for guests in attendance of your event allow them to take part and take away cherished moments to remember.

Although there was no Batman option (sorry Justin), we wish Story all the best on whichever direction her life leads her! Thanks for having us be part of this special fortune telling tradition!

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#첫돌 #돌사진 #아기사진 #돌촬영 #돌잔치
#밴쿠버돌잔치 #밴쿠버돌촬영 #밴쿠버돌상
#밴쿠버돌상대여 #밴쿠버한복 #밴쿠버돌스냅
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02/21/2024

I get it, you want to know exactly what you’re getting before you pay for it right? Well in conventional shopping that’s usually how it works but not when you hire a professional designer to create something custom for you. If you know exactly what you want and can show examples to articulate that with all the specs worked out then great, there’s really no need for any design work and you’ll be quoted for production, fabrication and installation. Almost as if you were grabbing it off the shelf in a store! Buuutttt if you just have a bunch of ideas on a Pinterest board but no idea how they’ll all come together, well then you’re going to need some help. All artists own the proprietary rights to their ideas and any savvy business minded artist is not about to hand these ideas out for free, especially when it’s very common for the potential client to take it around to other vendors to shop for the best price. This is why we operate with at least a deposit first before doing any work. Now often times designs allow for 1-2 revisions included in the cost. Beyond that, it’s more work and you’ll be paying an hourly or flat rate for each revision.

Commissioning an artist for custom work is a journey. And you likely went to that particular designer because you appreciate the quality of their work and their unique aesthetic or niche skillset. After careful consultation and well articulated communication, you both get a better understanding of the desired end result. At first you may not be speaking the same language, but with collaboration comes creation and things don’t get lost in translation if you’re working with someone experienced.

Very much the same way you’d work with a tattoo artist or a fine jeweller on a custom piece that you’re investing into, is exactly how we would work together as well. And after a certain point you’re just gonna have to trust us and believe you’ve picked the right artist to create something special just for you.

Ps. We always need to put our own spin on things, so yes ofc we can quote you on replicating something that’s been done before but we will always need to make it our own ✨💕

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02/20/2024

Some of our key goals in event design is to ensure the decor is inviting and exciting for the guests’ experience and that all components harmonize together for a cohesive composition. To articulate our vision throughout the design process we create a variety of drawings using professional software. And any graphics we produce will always have proofs that get approved by the client prior to production. Swipe to see more and be sure to check out the following posts to see them come to life!

It’s also important to understand that it takes years of learning/training/practice to be proficient in professional CAD programs. It is also expensive to even be able to have access to them. On top of all that it takes experience, talent, creativity, skill, technique and time to produce what we do. All of these factors come into play when you hire a professional designer, you’re not just simply paying a general labourer a minimum hourly wage. End of the day, you get what you pay for and these days more than ever it’s crucial to remember that in a society that’s quick to shop around for the cheapest price and convenience of buying off Amazon.

And for the record, Canva is not professional design software! Ofc AI is making some of our work easier and faster, but it will never replace the true work of an artist or skilled designer/craftsperson. Everything has its limits and if you don’t know about them it’s important to trust an expert!

02/19/2024

It was such a pleasure creating this custom medallion for Story! Not only was it designed as a feature of the backdrop but also the family got to take it home and hang it on her wall to enjoy for years to come! This design was inspired by the traditional Hanbok dress worn for special occasions. This is a DE original idea as we have never seen something like this before! Suffice to say it is our specialty! Custom ✔️ Personalized ✔️ Unique ✔️ Multidisciplinary ✔️ Artistic ✔️ Craftsmanship ✔️ Special ✔️ Statement ✔️

Happy Birthday Story 💖

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