Red & White Ball 2010 Dazzling Tabletop Designs
Tips from designers whose tabletops dazzled at the CTC&G-sponsored Greenwich Red Cross Ball
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1/8photograph by Paul Johnson“Everything should be geometrically spaced: centerpiece at the exact center; place settings at equal distances; utensils balanced. You can vary flower arrangements and decorations.” —Designs by Deborah for Baccaratphotograph by Paul Johnson“Everything should be geometrically spaced: centerpiece at the exact center; place settings at equal distances; utensils balanced. You can vary flower arrangements and decorations.” —Designs by Deborah for Baccarat
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2/8photograph by Paul Johnson“Celebrate the outdoors with little Victorian birdhouses.” —Judith Larson, Gardiner & Larsonphotograph by Paul Johnson“Celebrate the outdoors with little Victorian birdhouses.” —Judith Larson, Gardiner & Larson
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3/8photograph by Paul Johnson“A centerpiece signals that the table is more than just a place to eat—it’s the focal point of a wonderful shared experience.” —Warren Lagerloef, Betteridgephotograph by Paul Johnson“A centerpiece signals that the table is more than just a place to eat—it’s the focal point of a wonderful shared experience.” —Warren Lagerloef, Betteridge
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4/8photograph by Paul Johnson“When creating a dramatic effect in a table setting, a single strong color against white can set the stage. Simply carry the color through with flowers, napkins and/or charger plates.” —Kathy O’malley, Hoagland’s of Greenwichphotograph by Paul Johnson“When creating a dramatic effect in a table setting, a single strong color against white can set the stage. Simply carry the color through with flowers, napkins and/or charger plates.” —Kathy O’malley, Hoagland’s of Greenwich
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5/8photograph by Paul Johnson“the first impression is the atmosphere the table setting creates. Make your table a fun and inspirational getaway for your guests.” —Cindy Rinfret, Rinfret LTD.photograph by Paul Johnson“the first impression is the atmosphere the table setting creates. Make your table a fun and inspirational getaway for your guests.” —Cindy Rinfret, Rinfret LTD.
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6/8photograph by Paul Johnson“Go for Clean and dramatic—let your guest add the color!” —Greg McGuire, McGuire Homephotograph by Paul Johnson“Go for Clean and dramatic—let your guest add the color!” —Greg McGuire, McGuire Home
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7/8photograph by Paul Johnson“We imported cherry blossoms in to create a canopy over the table. You can decorate the table using wild long grasses with flowers from your own garden.” —Kat Burkiphotograph by Paul Johnson“We imported cherry blossoms in to create a canopy over the table. You can decorate the table using wild long grasses with flowers from your own garden.” —Kat Burki
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8/8photograph by Paul Johnson“I find it is best to begin designing a room from the ground up. The same idea can be applied when entertaining. Start with one article or theme and build your tabletop around that feature.” —Linda Ruderman, Linda Ruderman interiorsphotograph by Paul Johnson“I find it is best to begin designing a room from the ground up. The same idea can be applied when entertaining. Start with one article or theme and build your tabletop around that feature.” —Linda Ruderman, Linda Ruderman interiors
