Category Archives: Decor & Style


Celebrating the Outdoors: Memorial Day Inspiration

Cookouts, fireworks and family gatherings by the pool… The unofficial start to Summer is finally here as we celebrate Memorial Day this weekend! A popular time for trips to the beach and long lazy days lakeside, Memorial Day is a … Continue reading

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Laid Back in the Low Country: A Charleston Event Experience

The sight of a majestic oak-lined drive draped in spanish moss… The smell of saltwater in the warm air… The taste of spiked sweet tea and freshly shucked oysters and crabs… The sounds of toe-tapping bluegrass being played… The feeling … Continue reading

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Event Recap: Wedding & Reception at Foundation for the Carolinas

Here at Sterling By Design, we love a unique and beautiful wedding! That’s why we were thrilled when Lindsay and Phillip Broome asked us to create some unforgettable wedding designs and custom decor elements for their wedding celebration last month … Continue reading

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Spring and Green Inspired Design

With Spring beginning and St. Patrick’s Day recently behind us, we got to thinking about some fresh ways to add green into event décor. Styling with unexpected pops of color and keeping the rest of your décor neutral will turn your celebration … Continue reading

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From Good to Great Events: Making an Impact with Your Entrance

You’ve heard it a million times – First impressions are everything – and here at Sterling, you better believe that’s true! An exceptional first impression comes standard. In fact, it’s in our motto! First Impressions to Lasting Impressions: Experience the … Continue reading

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Event Industry Trends for 2013 {Sterling Predictions}

As we say goodbye to 2012, our Sterling team is predicting what 2013 will bring for conferences, trade shows, meetings, travel and weddings.  Here are some top industry trends that we predict will be big in the year ahead. Increased Efficiency … Continue reading

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From Good to Great Events: Uplighting

When setting the tone of your special event, lighting really is everything. It can add a calm, romantic feel with soft candlelight, or bring liveliness and color with uplighting – a series of upward-facing lights set up on the floor … Continue reading

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Sterling Assists the Durham CVB {NC Event Decor}

It’s been a busy week for the Sterling team! After a corporate décor setup in Charlotte and a wedding setup at WinMock at Kinderton in Bermuda Run, our team is off to Raleigh to work their magic! This setup has us helping … Continue reading

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How To: Theming an Event {Nationwide PrimeTime!}

Another exciting PrimeTime! conference & trade show has come and gone, and besides being a huge success, the conference theme was a big hit! We thought we’d let you in on how we used this show’s theme, Fuel for Growth, to brand … Continue reading

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An Experience They’ll Remember: Prom Parties 2013 {Charlotte Triad Party Rentals}

The Big Dance isn’t far away – Want yours to be an experience to remember? The Sterling crew has everything you need to bring your prom ideas to life and transform your venue into a fantasy event for this time-honored … Continue reading

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