At Cacique, we approach every event, every meeting, every experience like a blank page. We imagine, we sketch, we design. When it’s time to take out our paints and put brush to canvas, we must choose a colour palette from which to work - But what goes into that process? What dictates the shades, tints or hues that we settle upon?
Read MoreAt Cacique, we approach every event, every meeting, every experience like a blank page. We imagine, we sketch, we design. When it’s time to take out our paints and put brush to canvas, we must choose a colour palette from which to work - But what goes into that process? What dictates the shades, tints or hues that we settle upon?
Read MoreHuman vision is a fiery tango of neurobiology and psychology. The light we ‘see’ is a phenomenon that occurs entirely within our own skulls, and therefore is entirely subjective. Lighting is emotional, relative, an art form - and practically speaking, in the hands of an event designer, lighting is a powerful tool used to execute a client’s a vision.
Read MoreFirst impressions are everything. At Cacique, we have the eye for the subtle nuances and personal touches; we practice the graceful art of making our guests feel comfortable, trusting in the knowledge that they are in well-worn hands.
Read MoreAt Cacique, we approach every event like a blank canvas. We imagine, we sketch, we take out our paints and decide on a palette. Tablescaping is one key component of that palette, so we approach it with care. For some, a couple of flickering candles and a floral centerpiece may do the job, but we are designers, not decorators. Just as a great painting finds its true value when placed correctly in a space, a well-laid table comes to life when it is part of a well-crafted experience.
Read MoreChoosing the right tent is like choosing the right topping for your toast. It may seem simple, but then you are given options (and options within options!) - jam or marmalade (shredded or shredless?), marmite or vegemite (oh, I didn't realise there was a difference!), peanut butter (crunchy or smooth?) or cream cheese (have you seen the options in a New York Deli)? You get the picture. And we didn't even mention types of toast...
Read MoreIkebana is the Japanese art of flower arranging. “Ike” meaning life or “arrange” and “bana” meaning flower. in Ikebana, the life / soul of each flower is kept alive through the arrangement, meaning that each flower, each stem, each blade of grass of withered seedpod has a purpose in creating a whole. Uh, oh… Here he goes waxing on, waxing off again. Am I suggesting that I am a black belt in floral arrangement? Maybe a green belt. After two decades in the industry, I am beginning to understand that true mastery - of floral design, karate, or table setting - comes with patience, meditation and reflection on the form.
Read MoreIn martial arts, they say it takes a lifetime to become a master - to transcend the art form. It comes from years and years of repetition - practising the same moves again and again until it becomes clockwork. Smooth. Precise. Seemingly effortless. Only then can you take a step back and reflect on the art itself...
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