Module 8: Seating & Decor

This module explores seating arrangements and décor for events. You’ll learn how to plan layouts that meet event objectives, enhance attendee experience, and coordinate design elements that complement the theme and style of your event.

Why This Module Matters

Seating and décor are crucial for attendee comfort, engagement, and overall event experience. This module ensures you can plan layouts and design elements that are functional, visually appealing, and aligned with event objectives.

• Understand how seating impacts attendee experience and event flow.
• Learn to coordinate décor elements to match event themes and objectives.
• Gain skills in planning layouts, furniture, and visual design for different types of events.

By the end of Module 8, you’ll be able to design seating and décor that enhance engagement, functionality, and the aesthetic quality of your events.

What You’ll Learn

• Seating Layouts
  Understand how guest count, space, and event objectives impact seating arrangements.
• Decor Planning
  Learn how to select and coordinate décor elements to enhance the event theme.
• Visual Flow
  Understand how furniture, stage setup, and focal points influence engagement.
• Accessibility & Comfort
  Plan layouts that consider accessibility, sightlines, and overall attendee comfort.

What You’ll Do

• Design Seating Plans
  Create functional and aesthetically pleasing seating layouts for different event types.
• Coordinate Decor Elements
  Select and align decorations, furniture, and visual elements to match the event theme.
• Evaluate Accessibility
  Ensure seating and décor accommodate all attendees comfortably and safely.
• Optimise Visual Flow
  Arrange furniture and focal points to maximise engagement and sightlines.

Module Content

This module covers the following topics:

• About the Author
• Course Introduction
• Event Management Overview
• Seating Layout Principles
• Decor Elements
• Furniture Selection
• Stage and Focal Points
• Lighting and Ambience
• Accessibility Considerations
• Visual Flow & Engagement
• Theme Alignment
• Vendor Coordination
• Budget Considerations
• Sample Seating & Decor Plans

Module Outcomes

By completing Module 8, you will:

• Be able to plan seating layouts that support engagement and flow.
• Coordinate décor elements effectively to enhance the event theme.
• Ensure accessibility, comfort, and visual appeal in event design.
• Prepare complete seating and décor plans ready for execution.

Guidance Every Step of the Way

Our expert tutors will guide you through designing seating and décor for events. They’ll help you plan layouts, coordinate visual elements, and ensure attendee comfort and engagement.