Thank You i4 Design for allowing us to be a part of your 4th Annual Magazine Launch!

i4DESIGN MAGAZINE ANNOUNCES THEIR FOURTH ANNUAL SUITE SIXTEEN PICKS


CHICAGO (May 18th, 2010) i4design magazine launched their 4th annual Suite Sixteen issue today announcing this year’s top picks of the sixteen architects, designers and artists that are making their mark in the design world here in Chicago and beyond.

Held at theWit’s Roof in downtown Chicago, a packed house of a-list architects, designers and developers sipped on ‘Startinis’ provided by Krome Vodka and mingled among the half dozen statuesque models wearing the latest sculptural creations of famed fashion designer Dominique.

“We are very excited to recognize some of the best and brightest in the design industry with this Suite Sixteen issue,” said Mitch Obstfeld, Publisher. “In a city such as Chicago, known for its rich architectural and design legacy and its current breadth of innovative design professionals, this was not an easy task.” Some of the winners chosen this year were Jackie Koo, who has earned accolades galore for the show-stopping design of theWit Hotel and ‘Legend’ Maya Romanoff, whose wall coverings have revolutionized the industry worldwide.

This year's Suite Sixteen picks were Clare Lyster, Sharon and Peter Exley, Ugo Alfano Casati, Dina Griffin, Rick Valicenti, Jessica Turf, Pete Landon, Gregg Garmisa, Michelle Williams, Theaster Gates, Leslie Thomas, Jorge Orozco-Codero, Lisa Simeone and Gina Dreary, Marty Lescht, Jackie Koo and Maya Romanoff.

The Underwriting Sponsor of this year’s event was Thermador who announced their Star Partner Program for architects and designers.

The i4design Media headquarters are located at the
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For more information, please call 773.523.0203.


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Wish Upon a Wedding - Chicago Launch

"America's ORIGINAL wedding wish granting organization, grants weddings & civil union ceremonies at destinations across the US to couples facing life-threatening medical conditions, celebrating the courage & spirit of these couples." - Wish Upon A Wedding

This is a great organization and it's now spread to Chicago, thanks to Chapter President @AliPhillips.  They have locations across the United States, including California, New York, St. Louis and many more.  If you want to help out a couple with their wedding wish, check out their website to fill out an application and participate.  Chicago Chapter of Wish Upon a Wedding

We are excited to be a part of this wonderful organization.  Do you have an organization you would like to share?

10 Quick Steps to Event Planning

Now if you want to go more in depth, a top event planning book to check out would be:
The Complete Guide to Successful Event Planning By: Shannon Kilkenny

Quick things to consider when planning any type of event.

1. Identify the type of event/activity
2. Determine goals
3. Set a date/time
4. Consider locations/facilities
5. Consider establishing partnerships with people or organizations to help with execution of event
6. Create an event budget
7. Create a schedule/agenda
8. Determine Key Decisions

• Presentations
• Speakers
• Equipment
• Materials
• PR/Invitations
• Internal Communications

9. Take into consideration special additions that might be needed

• Food
• Music
• Flowers
• Decorations
• Photography
• Memento Photo Booth ;)
  
• Clean up
  

10. Enjoy the event!

Any other suggestions for good event planning books?

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