“The simple act of laying the table, when done well, can convey a powerful message.”

CBA commissioned us to bring to life their vision for a nuanced interpretation of a NZ inspired look for their awards dinner.

Being located in a largely blank canvas space like the Auckland Museum Event Centre, one of the challenges for this project was to design a look and feel with warmth, personality and beauty that would be remembered by guests.

We began with a long trestle format to evoke the family meal, laid with a beautiful stonewashed linen. Layers of texture were added through stoneware, crystal glassware, gold cutlery and napkin rings and a personalised menu.

New Zealand native foliage centrepieces and installation bought life and vibrancy to the look and along with details like the inclusion of a pounamu texture and bespoke pinch pots featuring West Coast sand by a NZ artisan immersed guests in a uniquely NZ experience.

COLLABORATORS //

Commissioned by CBA

Venue by Auckland War Memorial Museum

Lighting by Total Event & Multimedia Systems

Hire by Insphire, Pretty Prop Shop + Centrepiece

Pinch Pots by Claybird

Stage backdrop build by Rollercoaster

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