How To Host Your Own Backyard Music Festival

"Necessity is the mother of invention."

Lisa & Autumn joined RAC Events and Design on The Event Umbrella Podcast in a new episode The Comeback- How Events Will Change.

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Five Ways We See COVID-19 Changing Events For The Better

Goals and entertainment from the Panacea Collective team.

How Ongoing Event Cancellations Are Challenging the Event Industry

In January, Panacea produced the 5th annual Culturati Summit in Austin, Texas. Culturati is a thriving community of more than 250 CEOs and executives focused on building high-performing corporate cultures. This intimate event allows C-Suite Level executives to open their Culture Playbooks and dive into the importance of workplace Culture.

After producing and decorating Austin parties for decades, we made a powerhouse list of our favorite venue partners in Austin. Whether you’re looking for venue ideas for your SXSW activation, hosting a company party or celebrating a special milestone, let us help you find a space that is just right for you. This is the starter-list of our favorite spots, but a great jumping-off point to get your planning in motion.

And just like that, it’s turned cold and the holidays are just around the corner. I’m sure you’ve already started making your gift list and locked down your travel plans. Maybe you’ve even pulled the decorations out from the closet and looked up new recipes for Thanksgiving dinner. Whether your planning is underway for friends and family gathering at your home, or your company is planning a holiday party, we have some themes, styling, and event furniture rentals that will be sure to put you on the nice list.

A Halloween party theme that is truly icy. Find your brotherhood and fly your banner high as we peek inside our Game of Thrones themed wonderland.

Are you hosting an upcoming panel or roundtable discussion? We’ve had the opportunity to design some eye-catching stage setups, from LBJ Library's talks on race in America, to a panel on clean beauty with Guaranteed to Wrinkle, to SXSW visions on music for the future. The key is to create a space that reflects the overall tone of your topic, and allows your guests to fully engage in the conversation.

Read on for a few of our tips for creating an awesome panel discussion.

We specialize in creating transformational moments for leading-edge brands, producing world-class conferences and events, and designing and executing high-touch hospitality areas at some of the biggest festivals in the world. A lot of our pieces have been a part of these incredible events and as we are looking to expand our inventory a few of them will be looking for new homes. Want a sofa that Sir Paul McCartney has lounged on backstage on in your backyard? Well now you can! Browse below to see all of our concert pieces on sale now.

Texas Meets Morocco. A spotlight on our partnership with Due East.

The first Monday in May is "fashion's biggest night out". We couldn't help but see the resemblance in these iconic looks from last night's Met Gala and some of our favorite pieces. The theme was “Camp: Notes on Fashion”, which brought out everyone's inner Queen. We love pulling from art, fashion, architecture, and history to keep our event designs creative and unique. We can't wait to show you some of our new pieces!

“If you light a lamp for someone else it will also brighten your path.”

At Panacea, our mission is simple: we create inspiring experiences. Whether we are producing a summit of political thought leaders, curating a backstage lounge at one of the nation’s largest music festivals, or styling an intimate backyard celebration, we create experiences that bring people together.

Event Producers have the luxury of working with many different clients. That’s what makes our jobs so exciting and ever-changing. Every so often an event comes along that you know is going to be meaningful and impact many lives. Such was the LBJ Presidential Library’s Summit on Race in America.

From April 8-10, 2019, we were honored to collaborate with the LBJ Foundation on this Summit. We gathered over 50 speakers to explore the racial divide and inequality we continue to face in our country. Over three days, the LBJ Presidential Library Summit on Race in America included conversations from many participants that included Andrew Young, former UN Ambassador and civil rights legend; Vernon Jordan, Civil Rights Activist and Senior Managing Director of Lazard Frères & Co.; Dolores Huerta, founder and president, Dolores Huerta Foundation and recipient of the Presidential Medal of Freedom; Valerie Jarrett, the longest-serving advisor to President Obama and author of Finding My Voice;...

Wow, just wow Austin. For SXSW we completed 36 events in 15 days. We had 5 trucks running and averaged 17 hour days!

Before the trucks loaded up and hit the streets, our team spent hundreds of hours designing everything from venue transformations to themed lounges. A Panacea specialty service that goes beyond just furniture rentals, we love to collaborate with our clients to bring their grandest visions to life. Custom printing, vinyl wall wraps, floral photo walls, custom art installations - you name it, we deliver what it takes to take your event to the next level.

We were so excited with our new partnerships and prior clients, and proud to see our many activations come to life.

Here is a peak into some highlights from SXSW 2019!

The 61st annual GRAMMY Awards will air this Sunday, February 10th and it has us reminiscing at all of the great artists we have had the honor of working with the past few years. Music is an important part of our lives and is a beautiful way to bring people together, find love, or even let out tears of emotion. If you haven’t noticed, most of our favorite pieces are even named after some of music’s greats!

Take a look through just some of our favorite musicians enjoying themselves backstage with Panacea Collective furniture rentals.

Some information and quotes provided by grammy.com.

In the tradition of the new year, we are letting go of some of our beloved inventory to make room for something new. We really love these pieces, but are excited for them to find a new home. Physical and emotional cleansing encourages the flow of positive energy, and that’s a universal law we can get behind as we start 2019!

Most of these pieces are one of a kind and, boy, if they could talk, they have seen many great parties and VIP guests. We hope if you see something you enjoy and would fit your space, that you will fill out the form here, and note the piece of interest. Our team will reach out and coordinate pick up and delivery to make the transition stress free.

Fall is one of the most beloved seasons for event planners, and those who love to entertain, because it's a time for cozy get-togethers and dazzling autumnal colors. Adding the right touches to your fall event will ramp up the warm, homespun feeling of the season while ensuring that your guests enjoy themselves too. If you're looking for fall event inspiration, consider these 10 strategies to turn an ordinary event into a cozy festivity.

Perfecting the atmosphere inside your home or at an event you're hosting can be challenging, especially if you can't define a theme or have design skills. Luckily, you can draw on your astrological sign for guidance.

Libras, as we come into September, it's your turn to celebrate life!

You love beauty and femininity, but you strive for balance in all things. Therefore, pieces have to be as strong and practical as they are fluffy and frilly.

Below we provide simple guidelines for creating a comfortable space with versatile furniture rentals for events that align with your sign. A great inspiration for your upcoming birthday or your next event!

Given the opportunity to design and decorate a majority of the VIP areas, cocktail lounges, and artist compounds at one of the largest festivals in the nation... can seem like an impossible feat for one team.

With the Panacea Collective mantra to say "yes" to any ask, we've been able to partner with C3 Presents's Lollapalooza for 4 years in a row now, only pushing our limits of how many spaces we take on and the quantity and quality of furniture we drive out. From concept and design to installation and execution, our event stylists partner hand in hand with each of our clients to make their spaces come to life.

At Panacea Collective, we love bringing our client's visions to life with our extensive collection of event furniture rentals. When we had the opportunity to collaborate on a modern Versailles costume party, we simply couldn't say no! We worked with Ilios Lighting and Transplants Floral to transform the Palazzo Lavaca into a modern rococo-themed birthday party that guests will remember forever. From intimate cocktail spaces to a dining area that would please Marie Antoinette herself, we created a unique space using our extensive collection of event furniture and décor rentals.

Summer is in full swing and temperatures are on the rise! It’s time to fire up the grill and plan your summertime soiree. Pulling off an excellent gathering, however, takes some thought. If you put in a little work, you can host a gathering that your friends will remember for many summers to come. Read on to see our event stylists’ inspiration and tips for how to style a picnic like a pro!

Whether you're planning a wedding, a large corporate event, or a formal business gathering, the furniture and event space play a key role in your event's success. It's not just about making room for all of your guests, and giving them a place to sit - rather, furniture rentals can intelligently define your event space, and accommodate attendees desire to mingle, network, and interact. If you’re working with a large event venue, the space might feel too distant and spread out, which hinders the mood that you've been struggling to evoke.

Could event furniture rentals hold the key? Read on to learn more about event furniture rentals, styling, and how they play an important role in event planning.

Winding down from a busy springtime with a month-long marathon of festival styling and corporate party activations, we came across some common trends for large-scale conferences and events. Here at Panacea, we wanted to compile the top 5 trends for meetings and conventions to help inspire your next soirée.

We’re currently enjoying some lovely spring weather here in Austin, Texas. As the summer months approach, so do graduation parties, Mother’s Day brunches, picnics, and outdoor dinner parties. To transition from spring into summer, we love going green with our event decor. After all, nature never gets it wrong. Read on for our tips on this spring-to-summer event trend, and how to incorporate it into your next gathering.

Imagine the warm ambiance cast by perfect lighting, the sensory delight of lush flowers, or the whimsical fun of a lit-up bar. Such design elements are crucial to making your event stand out to your guests. By incorporating decor into your event design you can create a memorable impact, which is critical to your event's overall success. Whether you're designing a festive holiday party, a posh VIP lounge, or a cutting-edge SXSW event, decor can give your event that extra umph’ needed for a cohesive and noteworthy atmosphere. While styling your event’s decor is integral to its overall success, it can add to your guests’ comfort and enjoyment too! See just a few ways to create an event to remember using decor, and browse our wide selection of event rentals below.

Happy New Year, friends! One of our favorite things about wrapping up 2017 was slowing down, taking time to appreciate family and friends, and enjoying life. It was a time to reflect on all we learned and all we are grateful for, as well as dream about what we want to do in the new year. With big dreams and a lot we want to accomplish in 2018, the overarching questions we often ask are: How can we contribute and how can we make a difference in our community?

Whether you’re planning a large office party to thank your team, an intimate cocktail hour with family and friends, or a themed corporate event, Panacea has the furniture rentals you need to make your event festive, fun and memorable. Read on to see our top furniture picks for the holiday season, and contact us today to take your entertaining plans to the next level.

The 2017 Holiday Gift Guide is here! Simple pleasures and this season’s best home decor - we’re sharing it all. Lavish your loved ones with the Panacea Collection top 10 gift guide this holiday season.

We were so excited when Medium.com asked our partner, Autumn Rich to guest author a post on their blog, 'in Practice'. Our sister company, Autumn Rich & Co is a producer and planning partner of Culturati Summit, a C-level culture conference located in Austin, TX. Panacea proudly sponsors and furnishes the event each year. Read below to hear more about why space, place and decor matter!

Culture in the workplace is the hottest trend in conversations today. Culture building is paramount in attracting and retaining the best talent. Designing space & place can be a secret ingredient in culture building.

For years, real estate agents and homeowners alike have recognized that home staging is a critical part of the home-selling process. In fact, according to the National Realtors Association, 49% of buyers’ agents say that staging a home increases the dollar value offered (2017). Read on to see the many benefits of staging a home for sale, and contact our home staging experts at Panacea today for your free quote!

For months, we've been adding amazing pieces to our inventory and designing amazing events for old friends and new! Being longtime Austinites and lovers of all things Austin, we thought, what better way to pay homage to Austin than to share our new pieces in front of Austin's best murals on a random day of the week? So we took to the streets and partnered with Autumn Rich & Co., Gypsy Floral, The Southern Influence, Keith Kreeger and The Southern Loom to create an elaborate photoshoot throughout the city. We got a few curious looks to say the least!

During festival season, we can’t help but be overwhelmed with gratitude for all of the amazing events and people that we’ve had the opportunity to work with since creating Panacea just over two years ago. To immerse ourselves in all that is festival season, this week, we’re recapping all the familiar faces that have experienced events, festivals and concerts in the midst of Panacea-designed spaces!

Every few years we hear that velvet is making a comeback, and we think to ourselves, “What? It never left!” To the Panacea team, velvet is a timeless fabric that adds a pop of color, texture, interest, and all-out sexiness to any room. Whether we're staging a house, or designing a chill-space for a headlining artist at Lollapalooza, we love using a bold velvet piece to turn the room up to an 11. Below are some ideas, tricks and tips for bringing a little velvet into your life.

At Panacea Collection, we're constantly on the hunt for unique pieces to add to our growing collection of event furniture rentals. See our top ten favorites from our new inventory, and contact us today to see how we can create an inspired space at your next event!

If you're looking for quality outdoor wedding decor rentals, Panacea has it all. At Panacea Collection, we offer a variety of unique wedding décor. With a combined 40+ years in the event industry, we've carefully curated an inspired collection of event furniture and accessories - all perfect for creating a beautiful outdoor wedding space! Read on to learn more about Panacea, and see some of our top outdoor wedding favorites!

Five trucks, 10 crew members and over 400 hours total worked in three days to create 11 eclectic and well-designed spaces at one of the best music festivals in the country. The Panacea team spent a week in the Windy City to help C3 with Lollapalooza, and we had the best time! Read below for all the deets!

One thing we have learned since we started Panacea is that pillows are kind of... everything. We use them to weave in key colors and to add texture, interest, and warmth to our designs. No vignette is complete without pillows. Period. So, we're extremely excited about our collaboration with Lily Koi!

Planning a wedding is an exciting (but stressful!) process, and we understand how easy it is for brides to become overwhelmed in bringing wedding day visions to life. That's where we come in. Think of our warehouse as a heavenly place to rent uncommon, vintage and eclectic pieces perfect for your special day. We pride ourselves in designing unforgettable spaces to match your unforgettable moment. And because a panacea is the cure for everything, we strive to be that for your big day.

Introducing the latest addition to our collection: an artfully-inspired collaboration with Austin's own Keith Kreeger! Panacea is proud to be the exclusive rental provider of Kreeger’s black and gold Gramercy vases and trays. Kreeger's work bridges the gap between traditional ceramics and contemporary design. He is focused on the singular idea that "Objects Matter" and his work reflects that simple phrase.

With the excitement of this addition to our growing collection, we spent a little time with Keith to hear about his creative process, design inspiration, and more. Read our Q&A below!

The last few months have been a whirlwind! We’ve set up for a number of parties and events, and worked countless hours. Now that the buzz of SXSW has wound down, we’re taking a minute to look back on some of our favorite projects of 2017 so far!

We love finding inspiration in the beautiful hotels we adore! Here are some of our all-time favorites, near and far!

Farm tables and bistro lights and greenery, oh my! Check out our fall dinner party inspirations.

It’s hard to believe it is already August. Time flies when you are having fun, so I guess you could say it’s been moving at warp speed around here! Panacea Collection has been a labor of love - flexing our creative and bicep muscles at the same time, and building many special relationships. With events in Austin, San Antonio, the Hill Country, Houston, and Chicago, here's a bit about what we have been up to this year.

This year is melting away, and the holidays will be here before you know it! Having festive and stylish seating at your soiree doesn't have to break the bank. Panacea Collection is offering a holiday season special on furniture rentals to ensure that your event is a hit!

• $1,000 package: One grouping with seating for 4-5 people, including delivery and installation.
• $1,850 package: Two groupings with total seating for 8-10 people, including delivery and installation.

*Grouping includes (1) sofa or settee, (2) chairs, (1) coffee table, (2) end tables, (1) rug, and an accessories package.

Check out the transformation of some of Panacea Collection's favorites! These pieces all started from humble beginnings, but we gave them a second chance and they're now the stars of the show!

We had such a fun time working with Camille Styles earlier this spring on her sxStyle house party event! Panacea helped transform the outdoor space into a beautiful, playful backyard oasis.

Our collection continues to grow! Some old, some new, and all perfect for your next event. Take a look at some of our latest acquisitions!

We've just added Home Staging to our repertoire! Let Panacea Collection stage your home with unique, one of a kind pieces that will make your home stand out to potential buyers, resulting in less time on the market.

Take a look at one of our most recent projects (It has already sold!)

From Pinterest to Panacea to your home! We often find inspiration for vignettes from spending hours on Pinterest. Sometimes our clients even want to take our pieces home with them! So... We have decided to recreate some favorite looks, whether for an event or for your living spaces!

We are always adding new treasures to our collection of specialty event rentals! These pieces haven't been photographed and added to our online inventory yet, but they are still available for your next event. Check out all of our new pieces here!