Friday Loves | Catering by Design

With a variety of locations to suit any style and a menu to tempt any palate, the lovely folks at Catering by Design have secured their place in our hearts as one of our favorite companies to work with in the Philadelphia area. We’re highlighting the 4 venues we’ve had the pleasure to photograph and why we love them!

Michener Art Museum – Doylestown PA

When we were at the Michener Museum for Emmy and Jason’s beautiful wedding, we were immediately taken by the beauty of this museum. Their ceremony in the Sculpture Garden was lovely. If you could tear your eyes off of the bride and groom for two seconds, you’d notice the beautiful stone wall punctuated with incredible bronze sculptures that emerge from the stonework. And that’s nothing compared to the inside!

The reception room at Michener is a natural light photographers paradise. An entire wall of floor to ceiling windows. The exquisite dark hardwood floor sets off the clean white walls and makes the entire room feel massive. It’s truly a blank canvas awaiting your personalization. If you want a beautiful, bright, modern venue, be sure to check out this little gem.

Bolingbroke Mansion – Radnor PA

If a big mansion with a perfectly manicured lawn is more your style, Bolingbroke Mansion is an incredible place for your wedding! Located in the heart of the Main Line, this mansion predates the signing of the Declaration of Independence by 50 years. It’s been beautifully renovated without losing any of its charm. The interior is beautifully appointed with restored hardwood flooring, clean white walls, and all the grace of an earlier age. The grounds are likewise perfectly manicured and features a stunning garden. Your guests will love meandering through another century during cocktail hour or sitting in the shade for your ceremony. This is a beautiful suburban venue for those who love the history of the Philadelphia area, but would like to avoid the city bustle on their big day!

College of Physicians – Philadelphia PA

Housing the Mütter Museum, the College of Physicians is one of our favorite venues in the city. The elegant ballroom is warmly appointed with wood paneling lining the entire room. There are also lovely oil painting portraits of famous and influential physicians throughout the years. We love this venue for its marble staircase, the lovely garden outside where couples can enjoy an outdoor ceremony, and the unique feeling you get when you wander the halls. There are so many old world touches, like globe light wall sconces, that just create an atmosphere of elegance. The giant stained glass picture windows in the adjoining room, where dessert is typically served, and the wooden catalog drawers add depth and dimension to the entire event.

If you want old world style with a touch of drama and bathed in warmth, this is definitely a venue to check out!

ONE North Broad – Philadelphia PA

Most recently, Catering by Design has launched a new event space in the Masonic Temple right next to City Hall. Located directly in the heart of Philadelphia, this incredible location has some amazing features that we haven’t seen anywhere else in the city.

When you walk in, you are greeted by the grand foyer that features a black and white marble floor leading to gilded archways that usher you deeper into the temple. Off to the left is the Franklin Room. This room, with its embellished marble floor, bronze statue of Ben Franklin, pillars lining each side of the room, and stained glass windows is the very picture of historic city elegance. Your guests will enjoy the cozy feel you can create in this room without feeling jammed. It can easily accommodate both a plated dinner and buffet style stations.

Up the stairs, the incredible marble stairs we should add, there is the Star Light room. Typically used for cocktail hour, this room’s party piece will leave you stunned. If you look overhead, the ceiling lights up with brilliant stars. This is sure to wow your guests. This incredible atmosphere packs a punch and your wedding will be one that is remembered for years to come.

Catering by Design

The common thread through all these venues is the incredible staff at Catering by Design. They know the ins and outs of a wedding day, they create a manageable timeline and incredible menu for your wedding. They’ll be there the day of, onsite, ready to help you with anything you might need. We adore working with them because they keep the party flowing and never stop working to make your day the best it can be. We can’t wait to be with them again this year. Happy Friday Loves CBD!

 

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