Art lofts love clean lines: cocktail grids, minimal seating, and a defined path around displays. Keep cords hidden, lighting warm, and food off the art wall. This guide outlines counts, three gallery layouts, and a load-in timeline. We’ll reference A & B Party Rentals for cocktail rounds, slim buffets, fitted linens, pipe-and-drape, uplights, and cord covers.
Quantities (Seat 40–50%)
- Tables: Cocktail grid; slim buffet in a low-traffic corner.
- Chairs: Perimeter clusters; +10% buffer.
- Lighting: Uplights on drape; soft strings; avoid art glare.
- Backdrop: Pipe-and-drape for logos/photos.
Layouts (40, 70, 100 Guests)
Layout A: 40 Guests
- Two rows of cocktail rounds; bar on opposite wall; photo nook at entry.
Layout B: 70 Guests
- Grid with 4’ aisles; two beverage points; staging for brief remarks.
Layout C: 100 Guests
- Expanded grid; pipe-and-drape backdrop; single cord route taped.
Food & Look
Pass small bites; refresh platters often; keep drinks away from display edges. A & B Party Rentals provides fitted linens, drape, and uplights for gallery polish.
Load-In Timeline
- 2 Weeks: Confirm freight elevator/parking; share floor photos with rental rep.
- 1 Week: Reserve cocktail rounds, fitted linens, drape, uplights, cord covers.
- 2–3 Days: Final headcount; print signage; layout tape map.
- Day-Of: Drape first; bar second; food last; cord path covered.
- After: Stack rentals near exit; bag linens dry.
Sample Rental List (70 Guests)
- 5–6× cocktail tables + fitted linens
- 2× slim buffets + linens
- 24–36 lightweight chairs
- Pipe-and-drape, 4–6 uplights, cord covers
- 2–3 beverage dispensers, trays/risers, small chafers