Your event stage isn’t just your presenters’ platform; it’s the vibrant focal point that brings your event to life! That’s why great events deserve world-class stage design. Through innovative event stage design, Tallen’s team helps create lasting impressions and impactful events. Here are some of the top benefits of custom stage design, considerations for doing it effectively, and our favorite examples of concepts that break the mold.
Benefits of Custom Event Stage Design
Custom stage design elevates events in many ways. First, custom staging lets you draw on the strengths and unique character of your venue and event location. Integrate local cultural icons or draw inspiration from the region’s geography. For example, your stage can evoke the sandy beaches of Miami, the rustic Southwest desert, or the misty forests of the Pacific Northwest. These elements help attendees from both near and far feel more grounded in your event space.
Second, custom staging can create a more cohesive event. Incorporating branded elements into your stage design subtly keeps the focus on your central message. Creative branding literally sets the stage for your event.
Finally, a custom event stage design sets your event’s tone. For example, you might want an intimate forum with a chic backdrop and cozy seating. Or an expansive stage with dramatic lighting and multiple focal points. Regardless of your event’s specific needs, custom staging allows you to be intentional about your staging decisions.
Considerations for Effective Event Stage Design
As your event partners, Tallen’s experienced team considers every element of your event’s staging, working with you to find innovative solutions that bring your event to life. Considerations include:
Rigging And Event Safety
Rigging is one of the most critical considerations when designing custom event stages. It can also be highly dependent on your event’s venue. For example, ceiling height and load-bearing limitations can impact sound, lighting, and special effects equipment options. We leave no stone unturned and ensure that, first and foremost, your event’s stage design and rigging setup are safe for presenters and attendees alike.
Stage Location And Orientation
While the front of the room might seem like the most logical stage placement, it’s not always the most advantageous. An alternate location or orientation could be better depending on the venue’s layout, the number of attendees, seating design, and event format. Other important considerations for stage location include stage accessibility, backstage requirements, and ensuring every seat in the audience has a clear view.
Presenter Setup Needs
The size and layout of your stage will also vary depending on your presenters’ needs. For example, are you hosting a multi-person forum that needs cozy seating for an intimate discussion? Or will you have one presenter who needs to engage an entire audience? Understanding what your speaker or performers need affects stage size and other event staging considerations.
Creative Design
Creative design includes everything from custom backdrops and panels to technology like LED screens, lighting, and special effects. There’s also the fact that hybrid events come with their own unique set of staging design challenges. Creating an immersive experience for both live and virtual audiences requires considering your event from every angle and perspective—creatively and technically.
Creative Custom Stage Design Concepts
Are you looking for some inspiration for your next event? These are some of our favorite stage design ideas for impactful events.
Multi-Dimensional Sets
Unique shapes, overlapping elements, and dynamic lighting add depth and texture to event stages. In smaller venues especially, strategic multi-dimensional staging can create the illusion of more space, making your event seem bigger and bolder!
Branded Stage Elements
There’s nothing wrong with proudly displaying your logo on a centerstage screen. But the Tallen team likes to take things a step further for branded stage elements. For example, when a major pharmaceutical company came to us for custom staging design, they wanted their product launch to leave a lasting impression. So Tallen got to work designing a custom stage built in the shape of the new medication’s logo.
Creative Backdrops
How you “dress up” your stage matters! Backdrops go a long way toward reinforcing your event’s theme or setting the mood for your presenters. And with more high-tech options available than ever, there’s no need to settle for lackluster backdrops. From rustic, textured backdrops with an eco-friendly feel to high-tech floor-to-ceiling displays, Tallen’s team has seen (and built) it all!
Partner With Tallen For Innovative Event Stage Design
As a full-service event production company, our in-house team has the experience and skill to create impactful events. From custom stage design and AV to seating design and immersive environments, we work with our clients to create impact together. Plus, Tallen uses advanced “render to reality” technology, so you can visualize exactly how your stage will look on event day. Get in touch to learn more about how we bring thousands of events to life each month.