If you’re searching for event spaces in Brisbane, you’re likely to come up with a long list of pubs or pretty standard conference spaces. If you’re an enterprising event organiser looking for something a bit quirkier, then fear not! We’ve hunted down some of Brisbane’s more unique event spaces that will have guests snapping and ‘gramming like nobody’s business. At Chilternscatering.com.au, our team strive to ensure that you’ll have a memorable party catering Sydney, be it a wedding or a private get together.

Don’t judge a book by it’s cover — this is no ordinary church. On first look you could be forgiven for thinking this is just a wedding venue, but this beautifully renovated church actually offers a modern and luxurious space for events of all kinds. Catering for anywhere from 30 to 250 guests, this Fortitude Valley stunner can be set up for both sit down and stand up events including corporate events or pop-up markets. If the church space is too big for what you need, the downstairs gallery space is also available for hire.

If it’s eclectic industrial chic you’re looking for, then Lightspace is your answer. From exhibition-style events to smaller presentations and functions, the main warehouse space has capacity for up to 500 guests in a modern industrial style space, complete with polished concrete floors and timber roofing. There’s also a lounge bar furnished with mixed vintage furniture for a more relaxed setting with capacity for up to 150 guests (or 70 seated).

Keen to make the most of Brisbane’s sunny days and balmy evenings? Each space also has access to a Japanese-inspired outdoor terrace complete with bamboo hedge and water feature.

Ever wanted to live it up with a party in a penthouse suite? The Art Series Hotel Group can cater for events in their penthouses and they have just opened their first property in Brisbane — The Johnson. With rooms adorned with unique art from celebrated abstract artist Michael Johnson, and boasting views of Brisbane’s CBD and parklands, this is one venue bound to make guests feel a bit fancy. The Penthouse spaces can accommodate intimate events of up to 40 guests, or hire one of the gallery spaces for larger events of up to 100.

Another Fortitude Valley surprise, Cloudland is home to not one but seven unique function spaces, each with a different theme. Rooms include a garden oasis complete with over 5,000 living plants and waterfall, a nod to New York’s infamous Rainbow Room, a secret cellar room, and an Alice in Wonderland inspired space. Rooms vary in size, catering for events of up to 700 guests.

While this venue is technically a pub, this is another venue with a host of functions rooms — nine to be exact! Located beside Brisbane’s burgeoning arts precinct of Southbank, The Fox Hotel let’s you choose from a range of creative spaces from Fish Lane Creative Studios to the quirky ‘Collectors Room’ or French-inspired ‘Boudoir’. There’s a rooftop bar to boot. Spaces vary in size, catering for events of up to 360 guests.

Located on Fortitude Valley’s happening James St is…a brick showroom? The Brickworks Design Studio is a showcase space for renovators and design professionals, but did you know that it also doubles as an event space? Lovers of architecture and home design will get a kick out of this unique event venue. Contact for capacity details.

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I’m Mel, writer of blogs and wearer of many hats. From marketing and web geek to event planner and MC, I’m here to share my experiences with Eventbrite Australia to help organisers and marketers with tips for hosting events, making the most out of tech, and creating amazing real world experiences.

Portland State University, in partnership with Nike, unveiled a dramatic new look for PSU athletics, designed to modernize one of the state’s top programs. If you want to design your own logo quickly, easily and no need of training, you can use onlinelogomaker or generators that available on the internet.

“We’re launching a new identity, but it’s a lot more than that,” said PSU Athletic Director Mark Rountree. “It’s a new era for the Portland State Vikings.”

The new look is part of a changing culture inside PSU’s athletics program. On the heels of one of the most successful seasons in school history, the program is retooling to become more connected to campus and the city, and to offer fans a more contemporary game experience, Rountree said.

Part of the change includes a new logo and Viking image.

Modeled on a Viking shield, the new logo symbolizes tradition and strength, with elements that call out PSU’s urban heritage and indomitable spirit. Along with a re-stylized Viking head, the logos replace the former helmet design and will become the trademark brands for PSU athletics.

“We wanted to leverage the uniqueness of Portland, the campus and its students in our storytelling because there is a tremendous sense of pride at Portland State,” Shaner said. “The visual identity reflects the spirit of Portland State and what it means to be a Viking.”

PSU athletes, who got their first look at the new branding, had high praise for the logo, especially its emphasis on Portland State.

“We are creating a new culture, which starts with our new logo, new building, and our amazing student-athletes and staff,” said CiCi West, of the women’s basketball team. “We’re proud to wear Portland State on our uniforms.”

Head football coach Bruce Barnum said the design meshes with PSU’s evolving sports mentality.

“It’s bold. It’s no nonsense,” said Barnum, who was named 2015 National FCS Coach of the Year after his first season at the helm. “It says straight out that we are Portland State.”

The initial release of the logo and branding came last Friday night at the annual Wine and Roses fund-raising dinner for Portland State Athletics. The full release to the general public comes today, in addition to an updated www.GoViks.com website.

The branding update of PSU Athletics is part of a larger makeover of the program. An extensive remodel of Portland State’s Stott Center is under way. The new Viking Pavilion will include a 3,000-seat sports and events center as well as academic and office space. The Stott Community Field will be resurfaced this summer.

Portland State Athletics is hosting a Branding Launch Party in the Urban Plaza on Tuesday from noon to 2 p.m. PSU Athletics Director Mark Rountree, Head Football Coach Bruce Barnum and PSU athletes will be in attendance. All are invited to attend.

New Portland State logoed apparel is available at the PSU Bookstore on the Portland State campus and at the Nike Store in downtown Portland, 638 SW 5th Ave. Gear will be available soon at the shop link on GoViks.com.

Spring has finally arrived in Toronto and, suddenly, it is time to start planning your outdoor events. Maybe you host an annual barbecue, or have a one-time celebration planned, like a wedding or family reunion, but, with a precious few months in which to hold an outdoor event in Toronto, the sooner you start planning the better. BBQ events is a culinary event featuring five chefs cooking whole, heritage breed pigs with global flavors and techniques.

As a host, you want everything to be just right, not only to make the event enjoyable, but memorable too. There’s a lot to consider; location, date, entertainment, etc.. However, as any party planner will tell you, there’s nothing more important than the food and refreshments for the success of a party, outdoors or indoors.

Think of it this way; if you planned an outdoor event with great entertainment, all the right people and you got the nicest weather, it might still be considered a failure if the food and refreshments were not right. On the other hand, a plain barbecue, with great food and refreshments, will probably be a success and fondly remembered by your guests.

With so much riding on what food and which drinks are served, it’s no wonder more hosts are turning to outdoor event catering to make sure their party is a success. Having your event catered add a special touch to your party and make it a memorable success.

The right outdoor event catering company will do more than make sure you have a delicious menu and refreshing drinks. They will help you plan your party, provide serving staff and make sure you have everything you need, from cutlery to tents, so all you have to do is enjoy the time with your guests.

The problem is, how do you know which outdoor event catering company in Toronto is the right one for your party? Idas Kitchen has successfully catered outdoor parties and barbecues all over Toronto and the GTA.