DesignScene

Kick back with Kickers as DesignScene created a teepee chill-out area at Legoland Live with over 15,000 attendees. Chillout tunes and relaxed seating gave parents the chance to check out the footware in relaxed surroundings whilst the kids entered the Kickers colouring-in design competition. DesignScene also provided various kids entertainment in the structure. "You have really raised the bar in terms of quality of structure and experience provided for our visitors" Yvonne Lawton, Legoland Events Manager

DesignScene rolled out a new exhibition stand for Mercer at the annual ACT conference in Manchester. Based on an executive lounge concept DesignScene also put together the full catering package. Featuring a high end cocktail barman preparing personalised drinks and other delights along with our glamourous hostesses to entice delegates onto the stand

Style Icon Lizzy Jagger hosted the launch of the Sony Ericsonn C905 Pink at Phones 4U Tottenham Court Road. DesignScene provided the complete production based on the Phones 4U Girls campaign creative produced by Splendid Communications. The event featured appearances by Tamara Eccleston and DJ Jodie Harsh along with fashion and beauty tips provided in a pink chill-out area. Regional events were also held in Manchester and Glasgow with mini production kits supplied by DesignScene

Friday 28th November saw DesignScenes 3rd annual production of The Railway Ball. Returning to The Grosvenor House, London, 2008's 'Strictly Railway' theme transformed the venue into an art deco inspired setting.

Hosted by Bradley Walsh with voiceovers from Britain's favourite voice, Peter Dickson, 2008's Railway Ball was the most exciting to date.

The Rail industry's elite were partnered them with some of the former stars of BBC's Strictly Come Dancing, whilst a full theatrical production was choreographed by award winning Choreographer and Director Gary Lloyd, best known for his work on West End shows and most presently, 'Thriller Live' which is to hit the West End in early 2009.

The hugely successful event, produced for suppliers to the Rail industry, in aid of Railway Children contributed considerably to the total monies raised so far for the charity, which now stands at over £2m. Railway Children supports street children living alone and at risk on the streets. The charity helps children all over the world, many of whom live in and around railway stations.

The Railway Ball is a self-funding event, funded by the sale of tables to suppliers to the Railway Industry, whilst their continued support in donations through the auctions at the event, create much needed funds for the charity. If your organisation would be interested in hosting a similar self funding event, then please get in touch via our contact section and we will be able to discuss your requirements.

DesignScene continued to develop their relationship with the world's most famous football club, Manchester United, creating a bespoke set design for their press conference which announced their new partnership with Swiss watch manufacturers Hublot.

DesignScene produced the annual Unite party at the Labour party conference. Held at The Midland Hotel in Manchester on September 20th , the event presented its own unique challenges with huge logistical procedures, taking equipment through the security "ring of steel". The event was attended by Gordon Brown, who made a guest appearance in order to give a speech to his Unite representatives, keeping the "Together we're stronger" slogan burning brightly.

Live music came from The Allstars Collective, a collective of some of the best session musicians in the world, and featured the vocal talents of soul legend Jocelyn Brown.

DesignScene produced their 6th annual 'The Red Carpet Bash' for the Kids First Trust.

2008's "Gameshow Mayhem" event, saw 1000 suppliers to Woolworth's take part in an interactive event at The Grosvenor House Hotel on Park Lane, paying homage to classic Saturday Night Gameshows.

Guest performances came from Sir Cliff Richard, celebrating his 50th anniversary, new girl group "The Saturdays," 80s stars "Go West," former Mystique member Alesha Dixon, stars of Britain's Got Talent Michael Jackson dancers "Signature," as well as comedy coming from Michael Mcintyre. The nations favourite voice, Peter Dickson, provided "the voice of God" on the night, whilst reality TV star Christopher Biggins took the role of auctioneer to ensure donations were at their peak.

TV and Radio star Rob Brydon hosted the event, whilst comedian Andy Collins warmed up the crowd throughout. DesignScene's new wireless buzzer system allowed each table to take part in the gameshows, which had been rigged to the sound and lighting systems of the event. High technology continued through the event, using the buzzer system to replace the dated auction paddle method, whilst the silent auction was made a complete success, using electronic keypads to type in a silent auction code lot, sending the information to a database at the silent auction HQ.

The huge list of stars at this year's event was boundless, which was not announced until the show, giving a tremendous sense of excitement to the event's guests.

With Manchester Utd winning a historic double last season and the club going from strength to strength, Manchester Utd continued their on-going sponsorship with the drinks brand Smirnoff, by announcing their collaboration in combining promotional efforts in the Asian territories.

Smirnoff have also brought in DJ Tiesto to remix his renowned track "Good Life" to be the soundtrack to the new Asian campaign.

The ethos behind the promotion: Manchester Utd (The World's Number One Club) , Smirnoff (The World's Number One Premium Spirit) , DJ Tiesto (The World's Number One DJ)

Commissioned by PR and Communications company, Splendid Communications, DesignScene produced the exclusive press conference at Manchester Utd's Training Ground at Carrington Road, with a premium press conference design in what is usually a cafeteria to the training ground. Interviews came from top journalists from China, S.Korea, Thailand, Vietnam, India, Thailand and Japan, as well as interviews with Man Utd players Rio Ferdinand, Ryan Giggs, Wes Brown and Park Ji-Sung. Interviews with DJ Tiesto followed at Old Trafford Football Stadium, who's remix of one of the biggest club tracks of a generation and who's vast record sales in the Asian territories have made him a huge icon, setting the press event in stone as one of the most influential press conferences across the drinks, music and sport markets through the Asian continent.

DesignScene were brought in by Steve Kemsley (former co-owner and founder of Banana Split Productions) for his new film production company, Sassy Films, to produce a stunning new set for a fitness video.
The bespoke set-design and lighting was created and installed by DesignScene, adding the perfect environment to this excellent production

DesignScene were commisioned by Michael Crook Events to provide the entire production on the charity fundraiser for Children No.1 at The Dorchester Hotel, London.

The high technology set was a bespoke design and installation by DesignScene.

The event also included guest speaker Sir Bobby Charlton and comedy appearances from Jimmy Carr, Stephen K Amos and Rhod Gilbert.

Over £200k was raised for the Children No.1 charity.

"Out of This World" was a truly groundbreaking event devoted to avant-garde entertainment, fashion and glamour.

DesignScene produced an original "Cirque du Soleil meets Bladerunner" theatrical show during dinner featuring dancers and circus performers including trapeze, aerialists, contortionists, stilt walkers and acro-balance

Booty Luv kicked off the Ministry of Sound's Hed Kandi Aftershow Party

Rob Brydon hosted the evening that raised over �300k for Teenage Cancer Trust, Kids Company and The Princes Trust.

Lionel Richie was the headline artist for this private party at Riverside Studios produced by DesignScene for Taste Events. DesignScene totally transformed the studio into an opulent night club for this birthday celebration. Other acts included Jocelyn Brown and the IT Girls