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THE WELCOME EXPERIENCE
Let the anticipation begin at the entrance.
Your celebration begins with the moment your guests arrive. The Welcome Experience brings personality and purpose to that first impression, pairing thoughtful guidance with beautiful design. From a framed welcome sign to an expansive seating display, AFK creates an arrival setting that introduces your event’s style and makes guests feel expected, appreciated, and excited for what’s ahead.
Your Welcome Experience May Include
Welcome signage: Professionally printed and framed signs, acrylic designs, or personalized mirrors, displayed on an easel or incorporated into an installation.
Architectural panels: Arched, angular, square-top, or oval structures, combined to suit your entrance and available space.
Floral and balloon accents: Fresh or faux floral arrangements, balloon accents, or a combination.
Flameless candle displays: Including tall arrangements that add warmth and dimension.
Personalized monograms, initials, or logos: Custom details that reflect the couple, celebrant, or brand.
Large-format photographs: Personal portraits or event imagery incorporated into the welcome setting.
Seating charts and escort-card displays: From simple boards to expansive furniture installations spanning multiple shelving units.
Styled shelving and display furniture: Curated with personalized escort cards, florals, favors, or welcome drinks.
Welcome-drink display styling: An inviting presentation coordinated with your beverage-service provider.
Guest-book stations: A styled space for written messages, photographs, or an audio guest book.
Card and gift-table styling: Coordinating linens, signage, and decorative accents.
Program and welcome-gift displays: Thoughtful presentation of itineraries, welcome bags, or arrival gifts.
Directional signage: Attractive guidance to help guests navigate your event.
Accent lighting and uplighting: To highlight the installation and create atmosphere.
Investment: $150 –$2,000
From a simple framed welcome sign on an easel to a layered entrance installation, your design is tailored to your budget, vision, and venue. Pricing reflects the materials, dimensions, printing, florals, furnishings, and decorative features selected.
Larger custom installations—including expansive seating displays and multi-panel arrangements—may reach $3,000. After learning your priorities and investment range, your AFK designer develops a cohesive concept. Your personalized proposal will specify the included décor, rentals, and services, along with any beverages, gifts, or interactive equipment.