When planning your dream event, space lighting can sometimes take a back seat to how the place is decorated. But lighting design is just as important as the little details and has the power to either transform your space to have the perfect atmosphere or make you want to throw all of your pictures away. Lighting sets the mood for your space, and it has the power to make or break your day.

Lighting Design for Different Event Moods: Romantic, Professional, Celebratory

At the Omaha Design Center, our team and venue want to ensure that we create an unforgettable day for you and your guests, and that starts with the lighting of your event. Depending on the overall mood of your event, there are different types of lighting atmospheres you can create:

Romantic Lighting:

Nothing says the perfect romantic setting like soft, glowy lighting. When planning either a wedding or any intimate celebration, your lighting should give off warmth and a space for natural connection with other guests. Key tips to create that romantic atmosphere:

Warm tones: Having golden tones will elevate your guests’ skin tones, create a cozy room, and make for beautiful pictures.
String/fairy lights: Adding string lights to your space will create a dreamier feel to your space. Who doesn’t dream about falling in love under the stars? Having this lighting option will give that feel and elevate your space so much more.
Candlelight and lanterns: Having natural lighting options that have a flickering effect can add depth to your space, making it feel warmer and more inviting.
Dimmable uplighting: This option will help transitions be smoother throughout your night, creating the right room feelings to better distinguish the mood from the ceremony and the dance floor.

Professional Lighting:

When it comes to having corporate events or specific ceremonies and launches for your company, how you light your space should come off as professional and sophisticated, completely removing all types of distractions from the reason for your event. Your goal should be to focus on your brand’s image and the feel you give your guests throughout the night. Some tips to create a professional feel with how you light your event:

Neutral white lighting: This will help ensure a clean cut and clear space that will better enhance any presentation or networking moments.
Spotlighting: This will help better direct your guests’ attention to the speakers and if you have any brand spotlights.
Branding projection: This is a subtle but powerful way to bring attention to your brands and/or sponsors.
Dynamic control systems: Having seamless transitions during your event will be crucial for your guests and the flow of the event.

Celebratory Lighting:

Whether you're celebrating an anniversary or hosting a gala, creating a space with celebratory lighting will invite your guests to have fun and will help build excitement for the event. Be as creative and colorful as you want - individuality truly brings a party to life. Here are some ways to light your celebration in the best way:

Vibrant color washes: Don’t be afraid of color - be bold with it! Having extra pops of color can drastically transform the mood and atmosphere of the event.
Moving lights and effects: Incorporating motion into your lighting can help maintain high energy throughout the night.
Light projection: Creating visuals on the walls, such as logos or the name of who you are celebrating, will add that extra touch.
Interactive LEDs: Having a photo booth or vibrant centerpieces can add that wow factor.

How you light your event is so much more than just décor — it can tie your entire event together. Regardless of the atmosphere you’re trying to create for your event, at the Omaha Design Center, we can help bring your vision to life and transform your space with the dreamiest lighting designed just for you. Contact us today to schedule a tour of our space to see what lighting will work best for you.

Omaha Design Center

As Downtown Omaha’s most fashionable event and wedding venue, Omaha Design Center combines industrial chic style with modern amenities. From elegant weddings and receptions to large-scale corporate events and private parties, our space accommodates up to 550 seated guests. Complete with a private patio overlooking the city skyline, it’s the perfect backdrop for unforgettable celebrations.

Located in Downtown Omaha | Seating for up to 550 | Home of Omaha Fashion Week

Contact us to schedule a tour or learn more about hosting your event at Omaha Design Center.