Engage Your Imagination | The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte Design Center | Coming Soon!

“Pinch me…I’m d.r.e.a.m.i.n.g”

This past December I received a phone call from the lovely Kimberly Werner, Catering Sales Manager for the The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte.  “Kristin, we are working on a project that we are hoping to have you be a part of.  There is a bit of a time crunch, are you able to come by soon?”  It was then that I learned all about, e.y.i DESIGN STUDIO (aka – ENGAGE YOUR IMAGINATION).  Our very own The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte is pioneering the first ever in-house Design Studio in the world!  Complete with a Tasting Room, Design Room, Cake Room AND…

KVP Images!

Pinch me…

“YES!!  I’ll be right there!”

My first walk-thru was beautiful.  Full of life, excitement and collaboration.  I met (and have fallen in-love) with Rebecca Cochran, Meetings and Special Events.  We have a clear and concise direction under the creative eye of, Mr. David Rothwell (General Manager).  And I could not be more excited to have Kenny of Kenny Color Lab by my side on this project.

The transformation is currently underway.  Image install is mid-February…just around the corner.

I hope you enjoy this little journey.

~ xo ~

 

Mr. Rothwell’s vision is Tuscan-inspired.  Complete with Restoration Hardware interior furnishings, oak cashmere wood flooring that will span from the floor to the ceiling and cultured stone arch ways…it will leave every bride longing to move in and call the e.y.i. studio, “Home!”

Below is a rough prototype of the entry hallway (complete with kvp imagery…eeek!  pinch me!!!).

The Wedding Cake Studio is currently transforming from a dandelion hue to a lovely shade of mauve.  Aaaand…I was lucky to catch the engineering department fitting the doorways for the cultured stone.

Stay tuned for more on this exciting project soon!

Lindsey Regan Thorne - Ohhhhhhh gorgeous line up of the images… beautiful gallery! :) The vision of the space sounds amazing!!January 19, 2012 – 6:24 pm

Lindsay Edgerton - KV, CONGRATS woman!!!! Look at you! Love your talent…amazes me all the time…and each time it amazes me…I think about how lucky we were to have you there on our day capturing our memories! AND, I second everything LRT said above…WOWIE! Xo.January 19, 2012 – 9:23 pm

kristinvining - Hi little toot-toots! Thanks!! I cannot WAIT to see this come together…they are doing a spectacular job up there. LinsdAy…have the best weekend!! Jealous you are jetsetting…explore and see it all girl. Get in all in!! Much love and be so super safe! Hugs to B! xoJanuary 20, 2012 – 7:41 am

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Day Two | Hugs & Kisses Contest 2012

How to play?

Reminders…

1.  Once you find the answer to the question below, please post it in the “Comment” section of the blog post in which is was found.

2.  If the question is answered on any other blog post, it will not count.

3.  PLEASE list your first and last name when filling out your name in the “Comment” section.

4.  Questions answered after midnight on the day of the post will not be counted.

5.  New teams can be formed and started at any point, however please note that previous scavenger day questions cannot be answered.

6.  In an effort to remain fair, we will only be allowing two comments per ip address, per day.

Go Teams!  Get your friends and family answering on your behalf.  The more correct answers, the greater your chances of winning!!

Vivian Yu - Golden State Warriors Stephen Curry #30January 19, 2012 – 9:38 am

Lauren {KV's Studio Manager} - **CONTEST PARTICIPANTS**
Remember only the answers submitted on the original post where the answer to this question can be found will count.

Please put the team you are playing for in your answer.

You can only answer this question before 12-midnight tonight.

And only 2 answers per IP address.

HAPPY PLAYING and GOOD LUCK! :)January 19, 2012 – 10:33 am

Obell Musa - Team Obell & Matt – Stephen CurryJanuary 19, 2012 – 11:44 am

Obell Musa - Team Obell & Matt. Stephen CurryJanuary 19, 2012 – 11:44 am

Christine Martimbeau - Team Christine and Elliott- Stephan CurryJanuary 19, 2012 – 5:21 pm

jerry holt - Team jess and Jamie – Stephen curryJanuary 19, 2012 – 5:35 pm

Jess Kennedy - If I am not to late..Team Jess and Josh-Stephen CurryJanuary 19, 2012 – 6:28 pm

Jorge Sifuentes - Team Obell & Matt – Stephen CurryJanuary 19, 2012 – 9:13 pm

jorge sifuentes - Team Obell & Matt. Stephen CurryJanuary 19, 2012 – 9:14 pm

Lidia Sifuentes - Team Obell & Matt. Stephen CurryJanuary 19, 2012 – 9:18 pm

Lidia Sifuentes - Team Obell & Matt – Stephen CurryJanuary 19, 2012 – 9:21 pm

Day One | Hugs & Kisses Contest 2012

How to play?

Reminders…

1.  Once you find the answer to the question below, please post it in the “LEAVE A LITTLE BLOG LOVE” section of the blog post in which is was found.

2.  If the question is answered on any other blog post, it will not count.

3.  PLEASE list your first and last name when filling out your name in the “LEAVE A LITTLE BLOG LOVE” section.

4.  Questions answered after midnight will not be counted.

5.  New teams can be formed and started at any point, however please note that previous scavenger day questions cannot be answered.

6.  In an effort to remain fair, we will only be allowing two comments per ip address, per day.

Go Teams!  Get your friends and family answering on your behalf.  The more correct answers, the greater your chances of winning!!

 

Allison Kuhn - Mallory!January 18, 2012 – 8:51 am

Brooks Pope - Team Madeline and Dave! I think Lauren from Lauren + Oli wore those beautiful shoes!January 18, 2012 – 9:01 am

Lauren {KV's Studio Manager} - Ladies & Gents,
Please remember to comment on the original blog post where the answer to this question can be found! Only the correct answers on the correct post will count towards your score. :) Good Luck!!January 18, 2012 – 9:27 am

kathy dellinger - Lauren wore those shoes.January 18, 2012 – 2:58 pm

kathy dellinger - Team Lauren and Sally. Lauren wore those shoes.January 18, 2012 – 3:01 pm

Rita Cronland - Lauren wore these shoesJanuary 18, 2012 – 3:09 pm

Rita Cronland - Lauren wore those shoesJanuary 18, 2012 – 3:11 pm

Obell Musa - Team Obell & Matt. Lauren wore those shoes.January 18, 2012 – 8:04 pm

Beth Bryant - Team Lauren and sallyJanuary 18, 2012 – 8:43 pm

Beth Bryant - Team Lauren and Sally…Lauren wore those shoes.January 18, 2012 – 8:45 pm

Austin Bryant - Team Lauren and Sally….Lauren wore those shoes.January 18, 2012 – 8:51 pm

Austin Bryant - Team Lauren and Sally…Lauren wore those shoes.January 18, 2012 – 8:53 pm

Obell Musa - Team Obell & Matt. Lauren wore those shoesJanuary 18, 2012 – 10:49 pm

Jorge Sifuentes - Team Obell and Matt – Lauren wore those shoesJanuary 18, 2012 – 10:59 pm

Kim Stiff - Team Obell & Matt… Lauren wore those shoes.January 18, 2012 – 10:59 pm

Jorge Sifuentes - Team Obell & Matt – Lauren wore those shoesJanuary 18, 2012 – 11:00 pm

pg patterson - Team Tiffany +Conan…Lauren wore those shoes!!!January 19, 2012 – 8:29 am

todd cooper - Team Tiffany +Conan…Lauren wore those shoes!!!January 19, 2012 – 8:29 am

Cindy Davis - She married Stephen Curry.January 19, 2012 – 2:47 pm

Jess Kennedy - Team Jess and Josh-Lauren wore these AMAZING shoes!!January 19, 2012 – 6:29 pm