Boxwood – Artificial and Arty!

Post by Corinne Kessel on May 11th, 2012 · No Comments

By Corinne Kessel 

Artificial boxwood is a highly versatile product that can be custom designed by the Greenscape team to disguise unsightly outdoor views, increase privacy, create intimate green lounges or showcase a unique decor feature for your garden, patio, courtyard or condo balcony.

Boxwood is fully customizable to fit existing millwork or planters you may have or it can be tiled together to create any shape or topiary figure.  From balls to walls to the letters of your name, artificial boxwood is an elegant and timeless choice that is long-lasting and easy to care for.

Our faux boxwood can withstand all weather extremes and  is UV resistant to ensure that there will be no colour loss visible within 3-5 years, with longer 10 year options available.  Greenscape Design and Decor is also able to design and build custom planters to fit your space and style.
               
Email our design team to book a complimentary consultation to discuss your patio or outdoor space! Residential or commercial clients welcome!
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Greenscape Gives Back – Charity Challenge!

Post by Stephanie on April 11th, 2012 · No Comments

By Stephanie Furlong 

Charity Challenge!!!!

Our team has been keeping very busy this spring at Greenscape, and in the midst of it all, we wanted to make sure we took a moment to give back!

We recently started a charity challenge initiative – every month we choose a different organization and help give a little. This month we partnered with Free Geek Vancouver, an organization dedicated to helping the world stay connected. They take old, broken, and unloved electronics and bring them back to life with their electronic TLC. The computers are then sold to the public at significantly reduced costs so that everyone can get their hands on Google.

Our team dug through their closets at home and we ended up with a total of 4 hard drives, 4 monitors, 1 laptop, 1 iMac, 1 printer, 5 keyboards, 2 mice, 1 game console, and 1 unidentified object. Congrats to our newest team member, Bev, for bringing in the most stuff!

    

Check out Free Geek if you want to buy, build or learn anything computer related.  You’ll also get to hang out my new buddy Don – he’s pretty awesome!

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Natural Elegance – Outdoor Beauty for Your Wedding Decor

Post by Corinne Kessel on April 7th, 2012 · No Comments

By Corinne Kessel 

Planning your wedding should be an enjoyable, exciting, and rewarding experience.  We can help showcase your distinctive style throughout all the elements of your special day.  The timeless beauty of nature never goes out of style and can compliment almost every venue.  From winter weddings that add pine boughs, fragrant pomanders, and fresh cranberries, to summer weddings that add rustic accents like pinecones, feathers, driftwood, birch branches, and shells, sophisticated nature-inspired designs are our specialty!

A Summer Love Affair - Floral centrepieces shown range from $45 – $150.  Décor accessories & linens additional.

Classic, graceful, and full of nature’s beauty – add warmth to your wedding with touches of peach, coral, and mint on branches or birch.  Embrace nature and share the joy of it with your guests!

Greenscape Design Willow Branch and Birch Centrepiece with Crystals and Peach Coral Green Flowers Close Up   Greenscape Design Willow Branch and Birch Centrepiece with Crystals and Peach Coral Green Flowers   Greenscape Design Rustic Centrepiece with Birch and Peach Coral Lime and Champagne Flowers   Greenscape Design Rustic Centrepiece with Birch and Peach Coral Lime and Champagne Flowers on a Tree Cookie   Greenscape Design Tall Willow Branch Centrepiece with Crystals and Peach Coral Champagne Flowers   Greenscape Design Birch Bark with White Orchid and Moss Centrepiece   Greenscape Design White Birch and Spring Floral Head Table Centrepiece with Birch Candleholders   Greenscape Design White Birch and Spring Floral Head Table Centrepiece   Greenscape Design White Birch and Spring Floral Head Table Setting with Birch Candleholders

Email us to book a free consultation today or to learn about more wedding decor ideas we can create for you.

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Shabby Chic – Vintage Romance with Modern Charm

Post by Corinne Kessel on March 25th, 2012 · No Comments

By Corinne Kessel 

Our talented team of wedding specialists are recognized for their creativity, attention to detail, and ability to oversee the intricate details of even the most complicated event.  

One of our most popular decor requests this season is shabby chic, which combines relaxed elegance with the soft romance of antiques and distressed artifacts. Leaning calla lilies and delicate white floral arrangements are highlighted with pearl and silver accents, adding personal touches of character to an elegant white wedding. 

Floral centrepieces shown range from $25 – $125.  Décor accessories & linens additional.

Greenscape Design Shabby Chic Wedding Decor Small Peony and Magnolia Centrepiece with Vintage Accessories   Greenscape Design Shabby Chic Wedding Decor Small Magnolia and Peony Centrepiece with Vintage Books   Greenscape Design Shabby Chic Wedding Decor Small Magnolia and Peony Centrepiece with Vintage Accessories

Greenscape Design Shabby Chic Wedding Decor Medium Centrepiece with Vintage Accessories   Greenscape Design Shabby Chic Wedding Decor Medium Centrepiece with Vintage Accessories Close Up   Greenscape Design Shabby Chic Vintage Accessories and Glassware

Greenscape Design Shabby Chic Wedding Decor Large Leaning Calla Lily Centrepiece with Vintage Accessories   Greenscape Design Shabby Chic Wedding Decor Large Calla Lily Centrepiece with Vintage Accessories   Greenscape Design Shabby Chic Wedding Decor Large Calla Lily Centrepiece with Vintage Accessories Close Up

Email us to book a free consultation today or to learn about more wedding decor ideas we can create for you.

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It’s Your Wedding! Decor Trends for 2012

Post by Stephanie on February 20th, 2012 · No Comments

By Stephanie Furlong 

Engagement season has officially passed, and soon-to-be newlyweds are flocking to start planning the details of their big day.To get in on the action we recently spent the weekend at the It’s My Wedding show at the Tradex in Abbotsford. We met some new designers, reconnected with old friends, and most importantly, saw some stunning styles and trends.

Here’s what we noticed is hot this season:

Rustic elegance still seems to be one of the leading trends for BC brides, with birch accents complimenting warm palettes. Pewters, chocolates and rich jewel tones look great in textured linens, such as pintuck and velvet.

Greenscape Design Bride with Natural Birch Pole Backdrop   Greenscape Design It's My Wedding Head Table Natural Birch Rustic Theme   Greenscape Design Natural Birch Arch and Backdrop   Greenscape Design Natural Birch Barch and White Orchid Arrangement   Greenscape Design Natural Birch Bark Moss and White Orchid Centrepiece   Greenscape Design Natural Birch Pole and Rustic Floral Arrangement

Soothing tones of champagne and cream compliment each other perfectly and create an air of enveloping warmth for a naturally sophisticated design.

Greenscape Design Close Up Double White Floral Centrepiece Champagne Linens   Greenscape Design Wedding Decor - Natural Curly Willow with White Cherry Blossom and Crystal Centrepieces Top View   Greenscape Design White Florals and Champagne Linens

Manzanita Branches and dripping crystals look elegant as always, and are perfect for the couple that loves to sparkle and shine!

Greenscape Design White Manzanita Branch wih Crystal Garland      Greenscape Design Ice Crystal Tree Backdrop Decor

For a dramatic change to the soft palettes we’re seeing this season, we created a gothic romance for the Table Decor Challenge. We paired vibrant red with luxurious black damask linens. To carry the theme throughout all elements, our branchy centrepiece was growing right out of a Harlequin romance novel!

 We had a great time at It’s My Wedding, and we can’t wait to start ringing in wedding season.  Bride or planner, our design team is available to discuss your vision in a complimentary consultation!  CONTACT US to reserve a time convenient for you!

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Create Modern Woodland Décor with Soaring White Birch Trees!

Post by Corinne Kessel on December 30th, 2011 · No Comments

By Corinne Kessel 

Beautiful and elegant for interior spaces, birch décor creates stunning backdrops and accent pieces to bring the outside in. Birch tree bark peels off in thin, scroll-like peels and makes an interesting textured column. Exceptionally versatile, birch trees grow up to 70 feet tall, so the sky’s the limit if you have a big ‘ol truck!

For a recent holiday event in Calgary with MacGillivray & Associates, Greenscape created distinctive birch screens, planters and backdrops that were up to 16’ tall. The natural white colour of the birch poles allowed for high impact lighting and created an inviting atmosphere in the room.

Greenscape Design Birch Panels Holiday Room Decor   Greenscape Design Silver Birch Branches in Contempory Black Planters   Greenscape Design Natural Woodland Birch Lounge Decor   Greenscape Design Birch Pole Cluster Arrangement   Greenscape Design Birch Pole Backdrop with Red Uplighting   Greenscape Design White Birch Tree Holiday Room Decor

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BC Event Awards 2011 and CSEME – We Are The Champions!

Post by Corinne Kessel on November 17th, 2011 · No Comments

By Corinne Kessel 

Greenscape Design & Décor was the proud recipient of the award for Best Theme Décor $15 000 to $40 000 presented November 4th, 2011 by the BC Event Awards.

This is a regional awards program recognizing outstanding achievements in special events, meeting management, and conference planning and exhibition management.

This was truly exciting for our team, as the event we chose to feature was The RIMS Opening Night Reception, one of the largest events we’ve worked on yet! The theme was “Rainforests of the World” and we truly created a magical and interactive event for guests to enjoy.

With the design concept headed by our Creative Director, Christine Cox, this was a significant achievement for us, as we transformed an empty exhibition hall into a 40 000 sq foot rainforest experience, featuring four distinct landscapes: Pacific Northwest, Africa, Southeast Asia, and South America. Every team member, and beyond, was called upon to bring forth their creativity and strength (20’ tall trees aren’t light!) and it was a privilege to have our design and teamwork recognized.

Greenscape Design Christine and Corinne and BC Event Award

For a special treat, CLICK to view the gal on the right rapping a sweet acceptance speech!

The BC Event Awards were presented as part of the CSEME 2011 Conference where we showcased our newly launched Westcoast Modern themed booth, which featured our birch products and luxurious linens and chair covers from Chair Décor.

Greenscape Design Westcoast Modern Birch Booth  Greenscape Design Westcoast Modern Birch and Tree Chandelier

We also were excited to have received top honours for our participation in the CSEME Theme Décor Challenge. This is a design challenge in which you have a 10 x 10 space that must include a table setting useable for actual dining and include at least 4 chairs. It is an over the top design extravaganza. Our team created a Mexican inspired “Day of the Dead” (Dia de Muertes) table display was super sexy, fun and featured an explosion of colour!

Greenscape Design CSEME Decor Challenge Day of the Dead Theme

From 40 000 square feet to a table set for 4, we can do it all! What design challenge would you like to see us create? Tweet us your ideas! @GreenscapeVan.

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Event Camp Vancouver – A Bonfire of Brilliance

Post by Corinne Kessel on November 10th, 2011 · 1 Comment

By Corinne Kessel 

When I first entered the room for the first session of Event Camp Vancouver 2011, I knew I was entering a thought-changing landscape for learning, interaction, and innovative formats. With the chairs arranged in a giant circle, as if around a massive bonfire of ideas and energy, face-to-face engagement was set as the standard for the weekend. We talked, we sang, we danced, we “sexercised!”

Event Camp asked questions. Lots of them.

  • What is the purpose?
  • What is the objective?
  • What are you trying to achieve?
  • What do you want to learn in this moment?
  • What do you want to experience?
  • What way do you want to engage?
  • What level of technology are you able or willing to embrace?
  • What have you done that is sustainable today?
  • What can you do to be sustainable everyday?
  • What can we do to design better?
  • What can we control and what can we influence?
  • What are our resources?
  • What can we do to design event experiences that don’t yet exist?
  • What is your twitter handle?
  • What change can you make to motivate yourself and others?

There were no right answers, but rather an overwhelming wealth of contributions and ideas from people all over the world who were excited about possibility, change and collaboration.  It was a dynamic and transforming dialogue.

In addition to attending this industry-changing experience – Greenscape contributed sustainable décor options for the Room for Thought. This “white space” was a green space designed to encourage participants to have a place to reflect and rejuvenate. We focused on creating an interactive and highly sustainable space. Every item was sustainable through our manufacturing process or had been refurbished, reclaimed, or repurposed with all items returning to our rental inventory to be endlessly reused.

Greenscape Design Event Camp Logs Vancouver Convention Centre   Greenscape Design Sandpit Sustainable Decor   Greenscpe Design Campfire Room for Thought   Greenscape Design Twig Wall Panels   Greenscape Design Westcoast Totem   Greenscape Design Event Camp in Session

For me, Event Camp created a legacy of new friendships, deeper connections, and bigger thoughts. I am inspired to be a better leader, a more creative designer, a more collaborative colleague. I will drive my company towards greater sustainability and higher levels of technological advances and innovation.  I want an app.  I want greener options.  I want to eliminate fear, fail, and fine from my vocabulary (I need to keep fake folks, until I change my tagline – Sometimes Fake Is Better!)  I want to learn more.  I want to be a champion for enthusiasm and change.  I want to help.

Tahira Endean was the loving force behind making Event Camp happen in Vancouver, yet Event Camp grew bigger than any one person or singular contribution. She was the spark behind this massive experience by saying, “Yes, lets” and then it was ignited by a passionate group of people that followed up with “Yes, and.”

The fire burns on…

Greenscape Design Sand Message Event Camp 1

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Rainforests of the World – Our Specialty!

Post by Corinne Kessel on October 19th, 2011 · 1 Comment

By Corinne Kessel and Stephanie Furlong

When approached to create a proposal for the opening reception of the RIMS Conference at the Vancouver Convention Centre in May, we were thrilled. The concept was Rainforests of the World. We knew we would be able to create a stunning, interactive display. After all, when it comes to trees and forests we pride ourselves on being the experts!

We were challenged to create four distinct spaces: the Pacific Northwest, Southeast Asia, Africa and South America. Christine, our Creative Director, had a vision. She meticulously sketched out each area to create a stunning floor plan for the 40,000 sq ft ballroom. Scent, sound, touch, and sight were brought together to fill the space and excite our guests.  It was a large undertaking and we had our entire staff onsite!

Greenscape Design Setting the Stage    Greenscape Design Prepping the Stage    Greenscape Design Dressing the Stage 1    Greenscape Design Transporting the Buddha    Greenscape Design Buddha in Place    Greenscape Design Buddha Display

For the Pacific Northwest, we wanted to create an old growth forest that would allow guests to mix and mingle within the environment. Winding pathways with towering canopies gave guests the feeling of strolling through a pristine piece of land. To showcase the rich diversity of our host city, all the elements of our temperate rain forest were included.

Greenscape Design Pacific Northwest Rainforest Entrance Decor    Greenscape Design Totem and Greenery    Greenscape Design Haida Canoe

As guests moved through the Pacific Northwest they came upon our Southeast Asia themed pod. We included a towering 12’ Buddha head placed upon a 15’ tiered stage set up, which was draped with burlap, filled with bamboo poles and luscious flowers.

Greenscape Design Southeast Asia Rainforest

In the African display our mission was to capture the mysterious nature of this wild land. Desert sounds and rolling mist were integrated to achieve this effect. To do this we created a 30’ canopy of jungle vines hanging over a pond bed. The pond was even filled with live koi fish!

Greenscape Design African Rainforest Decor    Greenscape Design African Rainforest    Greenscape Design African Display Koi Fish

Our South American display was to be the party station for the entire event. South America is known to be alive with energy and we wanted this display to reflect that same passion.

Greenscape Design South America Decor

At the end of the day, we had created the World Cafe we had dreamed of. We overcame the challenges and pulled off what would be the event we are most proud of yet.  View our video of our set up and our team in action! Greenscape Design RIMS 2011 Video

Thanks to ThreeSixtyPhotography for the pics!

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IDSwest 2011 – So Much Inspiration Under One Roof!

Post by Corinne Kessel on October 4th, 2011 · No Comments

By Corinne Kessel, Principal

I spent the last weekend at the four-day, annual Interior Design Show West (IDSwest) at the gorgeous Vancouver Convention Centrewith the Greenscape team showcasing our work and being inspired by amazing designs and designers! So many things I can’t yet afford – all conveniently under one roof! One day….We met some fantastic new people and had a wonderful opportunity to reconnect with our friends and fellow design fans. Our booth featured an interactive Westcoast Modern design, which encouraged people to be playful in the sandy beach floor and walk through the driftwood canopy.  Shoes were definitely optional!

Greenscape Design IDSwest 2011 booth design Westcoast Modern   Greenscape Design IDSwest 2011 Child Plays   Greenscape Design IDSwest booth Driftwood Arrangement

Some of our favourite pieces at the show:

We loved the Illuminated tree rings by Judson Beaumont of Straight Line Designs, Inc.  Illuminated from within, these pieces are a playful perch for your feet or drink during the day, and provide bright and lively luminescence at night to transform your space.

A cool freestanding soft shelter partition system by Molo Design offers endless possibilities with shaping intimate spaces within larger open areas  - we thought this would be fantastic for special events!

Molo Design softwall modular system

And a big shout out to the Collaboration booth that was almost as messy as our sandbox with their beautiful moss floor! We will both probably end up with a vacuuming bill! They launched a striking collection of hand-cast planters with a wonderfully irregular silhouette.

Collaboration PL Series

What was your favourite exhibitor at IDSwest 2011?

Tweet us @greenscapevan or post here to let us know!

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IDSwest 2011 – Celebrate Design, Art & Architecture

Post by Corinne Kessel on September 6th, 2011 · No Comments

By Corinne Kessel, Principal

IDS West 2011

The Interior Design Show West (IDSwest) based in Vancouver BC, is Western Canada’s annual premiere design show for contemporary residential design.  From Sept 29 – Oct 2, 2011,  IDSwest tranforms the Vancouver Convention Centre into a mecca for design, showcasing the newest and most exciting top designers, retailers and manufacturers from around the world.  An audience of design-savvy consumers and industry professionals participate in a celebration of design, art and architecture through interactive displays, feature highlights, design competitions, and international keynote presenters. Greenscape is proud to be a 2011 exhibitor - don’t miss our booth!

TRIVIA TWEETS! ENTER TO WIN!

Follow us on twitter @GreenscapeVan and follow the hastag #TriviaTweets to enter to win an IDSwest Evening for 2 package including:

  • a $50 Gift Certificate to Joey Restaurant
  • 2 tickets to attend the IDSwest tradeshow
  • 2 drink tickets at the show!

For our #TriviaTweets contest, we will be testing how well you know Greenscape Design & Décor! Each week for the next three weeks we will send out a new trivia question.  Tweet your answer, mention @GreenscapeVan and include the #TriviaTweets hashtag.  Answer all 3 questions and receive 3 entries into the draw!  The winner will be selected by random draw and announced via Twitter on September 26th, 2011.

Feel free to tweet something like this: “I entered to win an IDSwest Evening for 2 @GreenscapeVan with my answer:  (insert answer) #TriviaTweets”

QUESTION #1 (Sept 5-11) Which of our clients did we create the Pacific Passage exhibit for?

QUESTION #2 (Sept 12-18) What instrument does our Principal play in her band, Los Furios?

QUESTION #3 (Sept 19-24) What is the name of our red rose petal lady?

Enjoy a few pictures from our previous exhibits – however, prepare for the unexpected from our booth this year!

Greenscape Design Concept Drawing of Clarisse   Greenscape Design IDSWest 2010 Uncorked Clarisse the Rose Lady   Greenscape Design Everlasting Wall IDSWest 2010   Greenscape Design IDSwest 2009   Greenscape Design Black Crow IDSWest 2009   Greencape Design Black Grass Decor IDSwest 2009

Celebrate design and become inspired by some of the world’s most creative people at IDSwest!  Visit our booth and participate in our interactive contest for more chances to win!

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My First Time at Event Camp

Post by Corinne Kessel on August 31st, 2011 · No Comments

By Corinne Kessel, Principal

Last week I had my first experience at Event Camp. I admit, it was a little less romantic than I had hoped, but left an indelible imprint in my thinking nonetheless.Event Camp Twin Cities was basically a live innovation lab for experimenting with new formats, new presentation methods, new technologies, new applications for social media and new ways of collaboration for hybrid events and conferences. Summary: Event Camp was about looking for new ways to effectively connect and engage.

I had no idea what to expect. I wasn’t truly sure what I was signing up for, but Tahira said it would be good for me.  I am a fake plant expert, and technology is hardly my friend. Event Camp seemed like the perfect place for me to buddy up and make a new acquaintance. I attended Event Camp virtually through the Vancouver Pod (one of 7 small groups of people that gathered in different global locations) lead by Laura Tetzlaff and hosted by the Art Institute Vancouver.  Our team name and motto referenced Vancouvers lovely Peaks ‘N Valleys, so lots of boob puns “busted” through our conversation early in the day.  Irresponsible people gathered in a responsible venue.

Much went wrong.

Technologies failed, 7 Pods clustered on one Skype call did not work, there were issues with the 20 second delay on live feed, and so on. Mostly very high level AV issues that I would have simply dealt with by tilting my head and batting my eyelashes and saying “I’m so pretty.” What was attempted was extraordinary, and the next time it is tried, it will be a wonderful experience when it works seamlessly.

Much went right.

I admit, I was frustrated, I was overwhelmed. My Pod was mostly in disarray for the first day as we tried to deal with technology overload, flipping back and forth between trying to engage in person as a Pod, virtually with the other Pods and following the main conference sessions broadcast from Twin Cities, following the Twitter feed, being mesmerized by the lovely virtual emcee, Emilie Barta and then participating in the Great Event Camp Challenges (a series of social based challenges to complete as a team in order to earn badges – it’s not camp if you can’t earn a badge or two).

Brains hurt. Voices were raised. But everyone hugged before we left.

The risks were great. I am thrilled to have been a part of such a radical attempt at event innovation. Things failed. But so much was learned. If it had all gone smoothly – it would still all be magic to me. Since so much went wrong, I have an understanding of what is involved and engaged in learning with my Pod and event professionals around the world trying to understand how to make it all work together.

There has to be an inexpensive and effectively scalable way to have remote audiences in different locations experience an in room experience. I sure as hell won’t be the one to figure it out, but I certainly want to be close to the person that does! Kinda like Greenscape – we want to be part of bringing the outside in.

Thanks Event Camp Twin Cities Team that put this experience together.

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For the Love of Bamboo!

Post by Stephanie on August 29th, 2011 · No Comments

Bamboo has long been the darling of the green design world. Known for its lightening speed growth and extraordinary versatility, this plant may very well be the future of, well – many things.Its fibers can be spun into soft fabric used for clothing, or its poles can be used to reinforce buildings. Lately designers are taking bamboo to heights never before imagined (and bamboo can grow up to 100 feet!).  New innovations such as the electricity-free bamboo speaker and the bamboo bicycle keep proving that the uses of bamboo are infinite.

DID YOU KNOW?

  • Bamboo isn’t wood – it is actually a grass that grows in stalks called culms.
  • Bamboo is one of the fastest growing plants in the worlds – some species can grow over 4’ in 24 hours.
  • Trees used in conventional wood fencing can take up to 50 years to replenish whereas bamboo can regenerate its full mass in just 6 months.  Bamboo renews itself from it extensive root system, so does not need to be replanted.
  • It is stronger than mild steel.
  • Bamboo produces 35% more oxygen than an equivalent stand of trees and provides wildlife habitats for animals and birds.

At Greenscape, we love this renewable plant source, not only for its green factor but for its aesthetic excellence as well. Check out some of the displays we’ve recently done using this wonderful grass. Don’t forget to come by the warehouse to look at all the new bamboo we have in stock as well!

Greenscape Design Black Bamboo Ikebana Arrangement Office Lobby   Greenscape Design natural bamboo poles Coast Chilliwack lobby  Greenscape Design Black Bamboo Ki Restaurant Three Sixty PhotographyGreenscape Design Exterior Bamboo Planters Private Residence

Greenscape Design Buddah Bamboo Grove Event DecorGreenscape Design New Golden Bamboo Natural Trunk Rental Inventory

 

 

 

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Tag & Win Facebook Contest!

Post by Corinne Kessel on August 15th, 2011 · No Comments

By Corinne Kessel, Principal

GreenscapeFacebookTagandWin 

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Greenscape Pride!

Post by Corinne Kessel on August 4th, 2011 · No Comments

By Corinne Kessel, Principal

Vancouver Pride

CELEBRATE!

Pride swept the city this past weekend and we want to know what you did to feel proud!

As Vancouver Pride celebrated its 33rd year, Greenscape Design & Decor wanted to show our support for the LGBT community by participating in the parade for our very first time!  You could say we lost our Pride Parade V card – and we couldn’t have asked for a better first time!

With over 130 floats and over 600 000 people in attendance, Pride is the largest one day event in Vancouver.  The theme for the parade this year was “Celebrate!”  And celebrate we did!

Our float was provided by the fabulous Erin KC from Dreamscene and 2011 was the 3rd year she participated in the parade.  The other collaborator for the float wasIs. Salon located in Yaletown.

Our chosen theme was “Welcome to the Jungle” and featured tropical palm trees, colourful floral decor, and over 25 people dressed as leopards, tigers, jungle warriors, plant people, wild flowers, and even a zebra! We definitely caused a ROAR!

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Greenscape Takes Pride in Our Environment

With 100% reusable and recyclable décor used to embellish our float, we are committed to minimizing our environmental impact while celebrating at Pride.

Let us know how you showed your pride by leaving your comments below or on our Facebook Page!

 

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Green Mandate – Our Sustainable Products and Raw Materials

Post by Corinne Kessel on July 19th, 2011 · No Comments

By Corinne Kessel, Principal

Green Decorating is all the Rage!

Our customized décor, manufactured in Canada, provides the greatest level of design possibilities while providing piece of mind for achieving green event standards or sustainable interior design options for commercial or residential spaces.

Our Raw Products

  • constructed from salvaged, refurbished or reused materials
  • make use of solid wood, natural timbers, or reclaimed wood when possible to avoid toxins found in particle board or plywood
  • imported woods used for specialty designs are sourced from renewable sources such as bamboo, grapevine and palm thatching
  • VOC-free paints, environmentally safe adhesives and biodegradable cleaning products are used when possible
  • trees, plants and floral art primarily use domestically harvested natural wood or cane trunks from sustainably harvested forests with environmentally safe methods
  • natural branch products harvested from mature trees promote growth for the natural tree and in turn increases renewability

Greenscape Design Cedar Log Harvesting Greenscape Design Peeled Cedar Log Greenscape Design Evergreen Tree

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One Hour to Transform Your Space – We Can Do That!

Post by Stephanie on July 7th, 2011 · No Comments

By Stephanie Furlong, Design Consultant

What Can We Do In One Hour?

When approached by the Richmond Hospital Foundation to transform Richmond Centre gallery into a “Midsummer Night’s Dream” for their 4th Annual Cork, Canvas & Cuisine fundraiser, we were thrilled!  Then came the hook!  We only had one hour from when the mall closed to the time the doors were opened to the guests.

Our team embraced the challenge and with only a week to prepare, we planned the most efficient and effective way to beautify the space. Quickly! We designed a sweeping fabric ceiling treatment for the entrance and fun whimsical forest themed decor to match.  Now, we only had to set it up in time!

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We had a team of 16 to set up and 4 five tonne truck loads of decor that we hauled into Richmond Centre and set up in 55 minutes. All the vendors and other suppliers were moving in at the very same time. Talk about hustle!  We all pulled together and got everything done on time.

Guests were treated to over 100 different wines and hors d’oeuvres from the generous cuisine and cork sponsors as well as entertainment from airbrushed forest nymphs and captivating acrobats. Local artists also displayed their works and donated 50%of their sales back to the Richmond Hospital Foundation.

photos below courtesy of Chris Howey Imaging

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Green Mandate – Memorable Decor Shouldn’t Cost the Earth!

Post by Corinne Kessel on July 5th, 2011 · 1 Comment

By Corinne Kessel, Principal

Our Internal Practices

We believe in sustainable décor options and socially responsible practices to help protect & nourish our planet.

Exciting and memorable decor shouldn’t cost the earth.

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Did you know artificial “plantscaping”…

  • is regarded as having a positive environmental impact through the reduction in water consumption & harmful pesticides required for both the end user and in nursery production & decorative flower farming?
  • reduces carbon footprints by minimizing transportation needs of regular service & replacement of live plants & florals?

Wherever possible, we seek products and services identified as environmentally preferable in our internal practices and our product manufacturing.

Our Internal Initiatives:

  • extensive recycling program including paper, cardboard, soft plastics, wood products, mixed containers, batteries, printer toners and non bio materials
  • electronic delivery methods for communications whenever possible
  • 75% of our team use public transportation for work, meetings and tasks
  • filtered water cooler station instead of bottled water
  • partnering with transportation companies who utilize bio-diesel fuels, electric, or hybrid vehicles in their fleet
  • recyclable and recycled packing materials
  • the majority of our rentals occur within the Lower Mainland, thus making use of local resources and reducing environmental  transportation impacts
  • open the shades and turn off electrical supplies when not in use: lighting, computer machinery, office electronics, warehouse equipment
  • we wear sweaters and keep moving, maintaining fuel and electricity use for heating at a bare minimum.

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Green is the New Black!

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Let the Sun Shine and Forget About the Water!

Post by Corinne Kessel on June 20th, 2011 · No Comments

By Corinne Kessel, Principal

Create the patio, garden or courtyard of your dreams!

Without the maintenance, water requirements or risk of bugs, moulds, and allergens associated with live plants, artificial foliage offers countless decor options from patio accents to large landscapes.  Replica plants are also a great option for sparse or hard to care for areas within your natural landscaping.

One challenge when working with artificial plants in exterior applications is sunlight.   Ultra violet damage from extended exposure to sunlight causes regular fabric foliage to fade and turn that unsightly bluish-green colour.

“Aghast!” you ask, “How do I prevent my décor from looking faded and cheap?”

No worries, Greenscape can help!  Our knowledgeable team will ensure your exterior décor always looks its best and will allow you to enjoy your décor for years to come.

We have two hassle free solutions available for exterior UV protected products.

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1)   UV Inherent Products

  • polyblend materials are infused with UV protectant to provide the ultimate levels of UV protection.
  • possess superior design and fabrication processes to withstand harsh weather elements up to10 years before deteriorating in quality.  The foliage won’t melt in the heat, blow off in a windstorm, or get destroyed by snow and hail.
  • progressive UV technology ensures the longest life, lowest maintenance, and greatest durability possible.
  • new product designs are being developed everyday.  We will help you create fun and imaginative custom trees and arrangements with the foliage options available.

BEST FOR: projects that need to last for 5-10 years in extreme weather conditions.

 

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2)   UV Treated Products

  • we can topically add UV protectant to existing or custom built replica trees, plants, or floral art products to prevent damage from UV fading.
  • generally withstand 2-3 years in the direct sun, but depends on weather conditions.
  • not specifically designed or constructed for outdoor use, so components will deteriorate more quickly than outdoor UV inherent products.
  • design choices are unlimited. Product choices can all be treated, so you have the greatest design freedom.
  • initially more cost effective, but products need to be replaced more frequently

BEST FOR: frequently upgraded projects that will be replaced every 2-4 years and require specific design or foliage options.

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Whether you are looking to fill a planter, enhance a walkway, create an artistic upscale “everliving” wall or create a custom privacy screen, we can bring your project to life today and ensure it is still green tomorrow! Your green thumb will be the envy of all your neighbours and clients!

Request a quote!

New Clients: Place an order for UV inherent or UV treated décor between July 1st – August 31st, 2011 and receive a 10% discount on your chosen products.

Our Valued Repeat Customers: receive complimentary UV treatment for all new orders placed between July 1 – August 31st, 2011.

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A Beautiful Day in the Sky

Post by Christine on May 10th, 2011 · 1 Comment

By Christine Cox, Creative Director

A few weeks ago I spent a day in the sky, literally! I worked on a promotional photo shoot for the Vancouver Lookout, located at the top of the Harbour Centre. Collaborators on this project included: the super talented photographer Anna Beaudry, A&B Partytime Rentals, Savoury Chef, Laura Tetzlaff, Stacey Klyne and the amazing Vancouver Lookout team. We created 3 different looks showcasing daytime business meeting scenarios and an amazing Hot Pink Evening Soiree complete with a pink candy-buffet table that brought out the kid in everyone!!!

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The Harbour Centre is a notable skyscraper in the central business district of Downtown. The Lookout tower atop the office building makes it one of the tallest structures in Vancouver and a prominent landmark on the city’s skyline. With its 360-degree viewing deck, it also serves as a top tourist attraction, offering a physically unobstructed view of the city. It is also the most amazing backdrop for any corporate or private event that you could ever ask for.

Here’s what Stacey had to say about working with Greenscape:

“It was a pleasure to work with Christine from Greenscape Design. She was able to transform and create an amazing space for us to showcase our private event space. Christine’s creativity and willingness to step outside the box and execute an amazing design, allows the client to feel confident that the final product is going to be more than what you had even imagined.”

Stacey Klyne, General Manager Vancouver Lookout

What a fabulous day of creative collaboration! If you are looking to transform your space, email me!

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Lights, Camera, Action!

Post by Stephanie on May 5th, 2011 · No Comments

By Stephanie Furlong, Design Consultant

It may be a little known fact, but here at Greenscape we play all kinds of parts in feature films and commercials. No, we are not actors, although some of us can be a bit dramatic! We are, after all, a female owned and operated company. :) What we actually do is provide the greens for many productions filmed in Vancouver.

You may remember us from such films as: Night at the Museum, Red Riding Hood and a little known series called Twilight (you may not have heard of it, it’s pretty underground). Check out some of our work in the latest jungle theme commercial for McDonald’s. Pictures courtesy of the ever talented and super awesome set decorator, Victoria Reeb!

Greenscape can make your space look like it belongs on the silver screen! Email me for ideas on how to make your space shine!

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Hello World! Meet Stephanie!

Post by Stephanie on March 10th, 2011 · 4 Comments

By Stephanie Furlong, Design Consultant

It’s been almost 2 months here at Greenscape and I’ve managed to survive and sink my claws in deep enough to know I’ll be around for a while.

So here is my official introduction to our blogoshere and to you, our devoted fans: Hey, I’m Stephanie. I handle all the rentals here. I’m your girl if you’re making a movie, commercial or planning a special event. I have a passion for design and décor and I love nature and all things outdoorsy – so fake plants seemed like a good fit for me.

As part of my initiation to Greenscape I had to get my photo taken for our website. I was directed to Justin over at ThreeSixty Photography. I was a little nervous as it was my first photo shoot and I’m not naturally photogenic, but Justin was fantastic! He made it so comfortable and I ended up having an AWESOME time! Check out the final results in our Who We Are section.

I also took the liberty of adding myself the Greenscape group shot and the results are phenomenal…

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Here, there & everywhere!

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Greenscape @ IDS West

Post by Christine on November 22nd, 2010 · 5 Comments

IDSWest 2010 was amazing as always.

In addition to exhibiting, our team was selected to take on the Design Challenge and it was a blast! We had no idea of what it was going to be, but were super thrilled to participate. A week later, we received a box of 1500 wine corks in the mail. Wow. What to do?

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The concept we came up with was simple, Stop and Smell the Roses. It has been a hard year for everyone so we really wanted to make a statement about what is important during these times and what you can always rely on. For us, it was friends and family. Getting together with loved ones; sharing good food, good wine and good laughs.

As a team, we all pulled together and spent hours covering our beautiful mannequin Clarisse in rose petals (1633 to be exact), and making countless grape clusters and flowers out of recelycled and sheet cork.

Corinne and I had a great time (all 13 hours one day) working in our booth, reconnecting with clients and friends, and getting the opportunity to meet new people. The speakers where great, the atmosphere was inspiring and the feedback was beyond motivating. Needless to say, we left feeling excited and energized…and exhausted ;)

We would like to thank everyone that worked so hard on this with us and a special ‘thank you’ to our friends at Industrial Revolution for providing our booth with the beautiful furniture that you can find at their South Granville location.

-Christine

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Greenscape goes to Alberta!!

Post by admin on August 25th, 2009 · 3 Comments

The Sawridge Hotel in Edmonton has under gone a major renovation and we are thrilled to have been an integral part of the design vision. We have created large natural vignettes and free standing displays with 24’ to 18’ tall trees as well as a 20’ x 10’ long woven veneer wall. With a crew of 6 working tirelessly over the past few weeks we are well on our way to creating one of our most spectacular installations to date. Check back for completion photos!

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Edmonton Gift Show

Post by admin on March 4th, 2009 · No Comments

Greenscape exhibited the Wholesale Program at the January Gift Show in Edmonton.

The show was a wonderful learning experience for us, and a great opportunity to meet first hand with our client base in Alberta and Saskatchewan.

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