When it comes to designing an unforgettable reception, your furniture choices do far more than fill a room. They shape how the night feels, flows, and photographs. Speciality rentals allow you to transform a blank venue into a celebration of comfort, style, and stories. And whether you’re building intimate lounge moments of elevating a head table, thoughtful planning ensures every space looks intentional and beautifully cohesive.
Here are our top tips to create reception magic with strategic rental pieces.
Start With Your Floor Plan That Flows
Before choosing pieces, pause and consider your reception’s overall layout. Mapping your zones first — dining, dancing, bars, lounges, and displays — ensures every piece has purpose.
Make Social Spaces Shine With Lounge Seating
Nothing elevates a reception faster than beautifully layered lounge vignettes. They
encourage guests to mingle, relax, recharge…and they photograph so well.
Bring your lounge to life using a combination of:
- Sofas, like our Isabella or Leigh
- Accent chairs, such as our gorgeous Pair of Carlisles
- Statement coffee tables, like the Gold & Glass Round Scalloped Table
- Rugs to ground your space (the Potter Rug is a personal favorite of ours)
Two or three lounges dispersed throughout the room keep your reception feeling intimate, no matter the guest count.
Elevate Dining Moments With Thoughtful Furniture Choices
Dining spaces are the heart of your reception — and choosing specialty furniture gives your tablescape a truly custom feel.
A few guest-favorties from our collection include:
- The Light Wood Round Pedestal Dining Table for organic elegance
- The Hairpin Dining Table for a refined and timeless setup
- Trio of Turquoise Glass Vessels to enhance your dining arrangement
These pieces create a sense of harmony from the first toast to the last course.
Design a Bar That Becomes a Showpiece
Your bar is more than a service station. It’s a focal point guests visit all night long. Choosing a bold, architectural bar is one of the easiest ways to create a signature design moment that won’t easily be forgotten.
Some of our personal recommendations include:
- The Double White Estate Bar with Estate Columns for endless customization options
- Our Customizable Oval Bar with Trim for a bold statement piece
- The Customizable 8′ Vista Bar for a simple yet special setup
Pair your bar with one of our shelving options styled with florals, cocktails, and personal touches to complete the look.
Anchor Each Area With Texture and Scale
Large venues benefit from intentional zoning. Use your furniture selections as visual anchors to define each area and guide guest flow.
We recommend incorporating:
- Rattan details for dimension
- Velvet seating for luxury
- Wood tones for warmth
- Metal accents for modern contrast
The goal: A cohesive design that feels layered and lived in.
Partner With a Rental Team Who Understands Design
Rental pieces for a wedding reception are equal parts artistry and logistics. With decades of experience in the wedding and event industry, our team helps you choose the right items, scale them appropriately, and style every space with intention.
From the first mood board to the final room reveal, we love helping you bring your reception vision to life in a way that looks stunning and feels effortless. Ready to get started? We’re ready to hear from you!
Photography Credit: Feature Image: Alex C. Tenser | Image 1: Jill Meriwether Photography | Image 2 & 3: – Hana Gonzalez Photography | Image 4: Shaun Malik Photography
