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‘Gossip Girl’ dream scene for a sweet sixteen
April 1st, 2016
Bringing a client’s dream to life can require all sorts of background research. For a sweet sixteen party at a private residence in Beverly Hills, Calif., Sonia Sharma of Sonia Sharma Events & Design found herself studying a takeoff of a classic. “The client told us her daughter really liked [the television show] ‘Gossip Girl,’ […]
The well-dressed table
April 1st, 2016
Selecting the right table linens for events that sparkle means staying on top of trending colors, themes and table arrangements. From standard white tablecloths and their matching napkin counterparts to single floral centerpieces and bland china, the events of yesteryear were often drab affairs. It is no wonder that so many people ended up with […]
Tent Conference 2016 recap
April 1st, 2016
More than 100 attendees and 22 sponsors gathered in Las Vegas, Nev., in January for education,and networking at Tent Conference 2016. The conference kicked off with a golf tournament at the Las Vegas Country Club and a welcome reception sponsored by Anchor Industries Inc., Evansville, Ind., and Rainier Industries Ltd., Tukwila, Wash. Keynote speaker Chuck […]
Evacuation planning
April 1st, 2016
It’s human nature to seek cover in an emergency. A solid evacuation plan helps to ensure attendees of tented events find shelter in a safe location. (Hint: Not the tent!) The collapse of the roof structure of a stage at the Indiana State Fair nearly five years ago served as a catalyst for discussions about […]
Inflatable display wall
April 1st, 2016
X-Gloo’s inflatable display wall is suited for both indoor and outdoor use. Perfect as a backdrop, sponsor board or presentation wall, the wall design can be changed in minutes by removing and replacing the vibrant high-quality wall print. The wall can be stored with accessories in the provided wheeled trolley and is simple for one […]
Heavy-duty climate-control hosing
April 1st, 2016
Flexaust® FX-180 stitched hose is engineered for high performance in air conditioning, dehumidification and mild heating rental applications. The heavy-duty 13-ounce PVC scrim features ripstop technology and lock-stitch construction, durable PVC wear strip for 360-degree external protection and a high-tensile spring steel wire. This A/C, heat and dehumidification hose is appropriate for rental applications requiring […]
Dome double decker with two views for equestrian event
April 1st, 2016
Spectators at sporting events want to be as close to the action as possible. But how do you design a VIP space when you don’t know which direction fans will face to view the event? When Hank Parker’s Party and Tent Rental began planning for the installation of a two-story structure for a four-day equestrian […]
Space innovation
April 1st, 2016
Stretch Marquees and Fabric Structures’ latest release is the answer to an instant, eye-catching, innovative space that is both portable and unique to its brand. Insta-Cubes provide prefabricated studio room for festivals and events. Wrapped and clad in Alucobond®, the gold standard in architectural cladding material, the structures are appropriate for use as a coffee […]
Portable exam room on the sideline
April 1st, 2016
While winning the national championship in January, the University of Alabama (UA) football team had extra support on its sideline: a collapsible medical tent that limits distractions and offers privacy. “That first 10 minutes of an evaluation of an injury is critical, and that’s usually done on the sideline,” says Jeff Allen, UA director of […]
Traveling printer
April 1st, 2016
The Primera Trio All-in-One UltraLight Printer weighs only 2.7 pounds and is compact enough to fit in a computer bag. Suitable for printing, scanning or copying documents when away from the office—from itineraries and boarding passes to receipts—the Trio is the smallest all-in-one printer on the market. It prints, scans and copies in full color […]