Alicia’s I Do’s

Wedding Venue: The Dogpatch Studios

Posted Apr 23, 2012 by Gloria Atherstone

Photography By: Orange Photography Ask the expert I (Alicia) am a huge supporter of bringing elements of Feng Shui into events. It is something I have applied to my own home, so why not my events? The five elements of Feng Shui (fire, earth, wood, metal, and water) surround us every day. Balance is created by representing the five elements in simple ways. Chris and Deniz were the perfect clients, allowing me to take the elements of Feng Shui to the next level. They love the Asian culture, having traveled extensively there and using Asian elements in their everyday life, [...]

Alicia’s I Do’s: Off The Grid

Posted Apr 3, 2012 by I Do Venues

Photography by: Jessamyn Harris Summary So, what do you do when you have a client who decides to get married completely off the grid? Any good event planner will tell you, it will happen and you better be prepared for anything. I (Alicia) was fortunate enough to work with a couple who decided to do just that. The wedding location was a remote wooded ocean bluff along the Big Sur Coast (as part of a secluded private estate). It was gorgeous but it was also literally two (2) hours away from anything resembling a town. In designing this event, we first [...]

Wedding Venue: The Acqua Hotel Sneak Preview

Posted Mar 28, 2012 by Gloria Atherstone

Photography by: Bill Smoot Photography The Acqua Hotel in Mill Valley is a breathtaking setting that reflects the tranquil connections that exist in nature between water, wind, and land. The well-known Marin hotel is located at the water’s edge and gives brides an amazing visual impact for their ceremony with the dark blue waters of the San Francisco Bay lapping up on the shores, and the majestic Redwood forest of Mt. Tamalpais as their panoramic backdrop. The Acqua Hotel is part of the Joie De Vivre family of boutique hotels and is a perfect location for the couple who is [...]

Wedding Venue: Kunde Family Estate with Alicia K Designs

Posted Feb 10, 2012 by Gloria Atherstone

Photography by: Jessamyn Harris About the Venue If you are looking for the best view in Sonoma, then a scenic drive to Kunde Family Estate is in order. Boot Hill is one of our favorite ceremony and reception locations in all of Sonoma. The Kunde Family Estate can boast five generations of sustainable farming and viticulture, and this unique location is only one of several on Kunde’s 1850 acre estate. Boot Hill is remarkable; not only because of it’s panoramic views of the entire estate, but the site is perfect for a wedding celebration as the grove of Valley Oaks [...]

Style Guide: Beaulieu Garden Feeling Blue

Posted Dec 14, 2011 by Gloria Atherstone

Photography by: Dorothy Hatchel Photography Ask the Expert There are literally thousands of wedding designers and coordinators. An extraordinary wedding designer evaluates every possible detail. Everything has a purpose and a reason – nothing is left to chance. That is what makes an event distinctive, memorable, and one-of-a-kind. When you hang out with a wedding designer, you’ll find we ask the oddest questions. To a wedding designer, an event is not just two or three dimensional, but four. We have to consider every angle, every sense, and possible light (not to mention, every possible back-up and contingency plan). We consider your [...]

Wedding Venue: 1 Fort Mason with Alicia K Designs

Posted Dec 8, 2011 by Gloria Atherstone

Photography by: Rebecca Meyer Photography About the venue Okay, I know we have said it before, but you just can’t get better than the view at 1 Fort Mason. Like so many others decisions, one of the decisions that will make your wedding reception memorable is Location, Location, Location. I love 1 Fort Mason for the couple who is entertaining out-of-town guests. The bar area is so incredibly perfect. The large bay window that arcs out towards Alcatraz and the Golden Gate can not give you a more complete and serene look at San Francisco’s waterfront. I love this wedding [...]

Wedding Venue: Cavallo Point And Their Journey Begins

Posted Nov 22, 2011 by Gloria Atherstone

Photography by: Sabine Scherer Photography Click here to see some more amazing images from this venue! About the Venue The Lodge at the Golden Gate – aka Cavallo Point – has gained its fair share of recognition recently. Although the historic site is well over 100 years old, the world-class resort is only four years young. The historic buildings that surround the 10 acre “parade green” is by far one of the most spectacular views in all of the Bay Area. These gorgeous photos captured by the amazing Sabine Scherer are not only breathtaking, but they capture the facility at [...]

Wedding Venue: Solage Meyer Lemon

Posted Aug 24, 2011 by I Do Venues

Photography by: Elisa Cicinelli Ask the expert Yellow is one of those colors that just makes you feel happy inside. Whether you are having a fun-loving country wedding filled with DIY details, or creating a sophisticated and chic soiree, yellow is both eye-catching and flexible. We love this fun design by our very own Alica Falango of Alicia K Designs – bursting with inspired sunshine and joy! The modern aesthetic of the lounge furniture is stunning against the lush green lawn. The unique centerpieces incorporate both the crisp color of the cut lemons and a burst of texture and height [...]

Wedding Venue: Healdsburg Country Gardens

Posted Aug 5, 2011 by Gabrielle

Photography by: Julie Mikos About the Venue The Healdsburg Country Gardens are the perfect combination of lush gardens, rolling vineyards, and rustic country. This private estate is in the heart of Sonoma and just a few miles from downtown Healdsburg. The incredible space transitions from day into evening with an effortless elegance. What greets you as you walk through the rose-covered arches at the entrance of Healdsburg Country Gardens is Eden – a lush rose garden, dotted with flowers. The winding walkways take you through an aromatic stroll enjoying the fragrance of lavender, lilacs, and creeping wisteria, the ancient Oak [...]

Wedding Venue: BR Cohn A Fox Hill Wedding

Posted Jul 8, 2011 by Gloria Atherstone

Photography by: Micah and Megan Photographers About the Venue If you love classic rock, then you probably know that Bruce Cohn (proprietor of BR Cohn Winery) is just as well-known as the band manager for the Dobbie Brothers as he is for making an incredible glass of wine. Bruce was raised in the heart of the wine country on his parent’s goat farm and he is no stranger to getting his hands dirty, whether it is milking a goat or picking grapes. After spending years successfully managing one of America’s most infamous bands, Bruce found his way back to the wine [...]

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