Let us re-introduce one of our teams MVP’s, Conner O’malley!
Meet Conner, our Senior DJ and Client Experience Lead who brings his A-game to every event. With years of skills and style, he’s not only one of our most experienced DJs bit also our trusted go-to for HHG venues like and . From curating the night’s vibe and sharing a laugh with guests, he 1000% knows how to keep the energy high and the good times rolling.
You can get to know more about our DJs via the link in bio!
11/06/2024
Want to make your first dance absolutely epic? It’s simple. All you need is...
1. Ambient lighting to set the mood
2. A skilled MC to grab the attention of the room
3. A meaningful song that’s queued perfectly and the volume turned up to match the moment
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11/01/2024
When the celebration takes a surprise turn! These guys got a little more than they bargained for when the confetti dropped! 🎊🪩🎉
What an epic night celebrating this vibrant couple! The energy was electric, and the beaded chandeliers added the perfect touch of elegance to a night full of love and dancing. Cheers to all the incredible moments and an amazing start to their forever!
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10/21/2024
Casting the perfect ambiance. Uplights redefine spaces, creating a mood that elevates every event. Discover how these subtle yet powerful tools transform environments into memorable experiences.
10/17/2024
Nothing like our cold sparks to light up the night and make the dance floor pop! The checkerboard floor was a stunner, setting the perfect vibe for this memorable wedding celebration. 🔥
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10/14/2024
From the bar to the beats, we keep the party on repeat! 🎶
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10/07/2024
This wedding was an absolute blast! It was all about the party, good vibes, and non-stop dancing until late. Couldn’t have asked for a better setup to keep the energy high!
Cheers to Nina & Logan!
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10/04/2024
Milwaukee Art Museum Receptions 🔥
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Get ready for a night of haunting beats and spooky vibes! Join us for an unforgettable Halloween bash at Deer Camp on October 26th.
👻 When: October 26th
👻 Where: Deer Camp, Milwaukee
👻 Time: 9pm-1am
Four thrilling DJ sets by Sound By Design (lineup dropping soon!)
Show off your spooky side in our Costume Contest—prizes awarded at 11:30m!
Mark your calendars and bring your best costumes for a night of spine-tingling fun. We hope to see you on the dance floor! 🕺💀
09/19/2024
Throwback to when Ludacris dropped the mic for our couple this summer!
Whether it’s a star-studded reception or a dance party in your living room, you can keep the celebration going with our Spotify playlists. Our expert DJs curate the perfect mix to keep the energy high and the dancing non-stop!
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09/12/2024
Lighting is the key to the perfect ambiance for your wedding. It’s your invitation to a warm and inviting atmosphere that sets the tone for the evening.
Opt for uplighting that serves as a soft ambient wash and ditch the harsh overhead lighting. The candle lit room effect with a little extra oomph!
We are here to be your lighting guide!
Bar + Stage fronts + Lighting + Seating Chart:
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09/10/2024
Keep the party going all night long with these essentials:
1. Unlimited vibes with Expresso Martinis 🧊🍸
2. Crowd-favorites that hit just right!
3. Next-level interactive entertainment that keeps everyone on their feet! 📸
Contact us today to get this party rolling!
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09/09/2024
J + M’s wedding was a night to remember! We had a blast keeping the dance floor going and celebrating their love with great music. Here’s a glimpse of the vibrant energy from their day. Congratulations and best wishes for a lifetime of happiness!
More highlights from this amazing wedding are coming soon.
Check out our team in SBD “school” as we work together and train to perfect every detail! We believe that great service comes from constant review and relentless dedication.
With a team of 8 full-time professionals, we don’t just deliver events—we set the standard. We’re trusted leaders in events through continuous education and a commitment to excellence.
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Videos
NEW PHOTO BOOTH JUST IN!
We are pumped to add our new SOCIAL BOOTH to our photo booth line. It allows guests to text their photos, GIF's, Boomerangs & Video's directly to their phones in one easy click! Customize the look to match your wedding monogram.
New Booth New Price: Only $750 for our DJ clients. Inquire now to see if it's still available for your date.
Photo booths have become a staple at weddings/events. They are the perfect activity for your guests when they need a break from the dance floor & the photos also double as a wedding favor keepsake for guests.
Grab your squad, strike a pose & then get right back out on the dance floor!
#SBD_Wedding #WeddingDJ #MilwaukeeWeddingDJ #WisconsinWeddingDJ #WeddingLighting #WeddingDanceFloor #MilwaukeeWedding #LuxuryWedding #MarriedInMilwaukee #WisconsinBride #WeddingStringBulbs #photobooth #weddingphotobooth #milwaukeephotobooth #wisconsinphotobooth #eventphotobooth
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Your wedding story deserves to be told. We get so excited when we hear how our videos have helped our couples relive their most important day. This clip of Liz's dad's speech is something only video can truly capture.
"When we began planning our wedding I knew I wanted a videographer, but not just any videographer, we wanted Films By Design because of the beautiful work they did for some of my friends weddings.
Not only does it allow us to relive our most favorite day over and over again for many years to come, but it has allowed us to share a glimpse into our special day for all of our loved ones who couldn’t be there because of the pandemic, especially my grandma and grandpa!
Thank you Films by Design for this memory! We will cherish it forever ♥️"
- Liz & Christian
Vendor Team:
Videography - Films By Design
DJ + Lighting - Sound By Design
Wedding Planner - Events to a T
Photographer - Gavyn Taylor Photography
#SBD_Wedding #WeddingDJ #MilwaukeeWeddingDJ #WisconsinWeddingDJ #WeddingLighting #WeddingDanceFloor #MilwaukeeWedding #LuxuryWedding #MarriedInMilwaukee #WisconsinBride #WeddingStringBulbs #firstdance #firstdancesongs #weddingmusic
Sound By Design - 2020
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[Megan + Kevin] - The Legend at Brandybrook
[Megan + Kevin] - The Legend at Brandybrook
Thank you to everyone who made the 3rd Annual Camp Bar Golf Outing a HUGE success! We donated over $25,000 back to our community and that is all due to our generous golfers and sponsors. From the bottom of our hearts we thank you all for your generosity, we are looking forward to next year!🏌️⛳️ #golf #community #shorewoodfoundation #campbarmke #lifenavigators #firsttee #oasisproject
Lighting can add that special touch to any event. Take a look at this lighting set up and film we created at South Second in Walker’s Point. Saz's Catering #marriedinmke #uplighting #bulblights #wedding #southsecondmke #milwaukee
[Natalie + Robert] - Black Swan
Natalie and Robert met in high school while on a school trip to London. The two of them rang in 2018 with a New Year's Eve wedding at Black Swan downtown Milwaukee.
Read more on our blog: http://www.soundbydesign.org/single-post/2018/06/22/Feature-Friday
Venue: Black Swan MKE
DJ/Lighting/Videography: Sound By Design
Caterer: Tall Guy and a Grill Catering
Planner: Events to a T
Photographer: Front Room Photography
Florist: Belle Fiori, Ltd.
Hair: Texture Salon
Makeup: Shannon Michelle
Wedding Dress: Lela Rose from Gigi of Mequon
Men's outfits: Groom's tux - nl suits , Groomsmen - THE BLACK TUX
Thank you for your interest in our company. Sound By Design has been making occasions like yours special for over twenty years. We are recognized as a leader in the Milwaukee entertainment and event production industry. Voted “Best DJ” by Wisconsin Bride Magazine, Sound By Design takes a modern approach to entertainment. We can also make the planning process easy by providing multiple services. Entertain your guests with music from our DJs. Create a unique atmosphere with our full production lighting team. Grab a photo in a modern open-concept photo booth. And finally, capture it all with the help from our incredible videography team to relive your day over and over again.
When selecting a DJ company what you’re investing in is the team behind it all. We have an amazing staff that is very passionate about what they do. Many of our team members have been with Sound By Design for years. With that experience we are able to help personalize the entire event so that it is exactly what you are looking for.
Paul Hackbarth started Sound By Design in 1996 doing middle school dances. Over the years, Paul and his team have worked hard to grow Sound By Design into company you see today. Our capabilities allow us to now execute over 750 events a year.
In 2012 Paul and his wife opened up Camp Bar. The bar quickly became a neighborhood favorite later resulting in two more locations. It was only a matter of time before Paul combined his experience in the entertainment and bar industry to open up two event spaces - The Atrium and Birch. All together the brands form the Hackbarth Hospitality Group.
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