Furnishing Art Basel Events in Miami: What We Have and When to Book
Every year in early December, Miami Art Week takes over the city. Art Basel fills the Miami Beach Convention Center from December 4 to 6; more than 20 satellite fairs open across town, and the hotels, Wynwood, and the Design District turn into a full week of brand events, receptions, and parties. If you’re producing one of them and looking into event furniture rental in Miami, about three weeks out is a good time to have everything confirmed, so the layout is set and you can focus on the rest.
Indoor Lounges for Receptions and Sponsored Spaces
Our Miami Collection covers lounge furniture rental with a whole range of sofas, tables and ottomans, pretty much everything you need for a gallery reception or a brand space at one of the fairs. Pair a few sofas with tables and ottomans, and you have a lounge that fills the room and gives guests a place to sit between the art and the bar. We wrote more about how brands use hospitality lounges at Miami events if you’re planning one.
A new addition to the collection this season is the Cloud Sofa, a white, armless sofa in a soft, boucle-like fabric that seats three. It fits VIP events, sponsored events, hospitality lounges and the more sophisticated lounges you see all over Art Week. Group a few of them together, add some plants, side tables and natural carpets, and the whole space feels soft and put together.
Outdoor Setups for Lawns, Rooftops and Pool Decks
A lot of Art Week happens outside, and December is a great time to be outdoors in Miami. Our Lounge Chairs pair well with umbrellas in white, black, or black and white stripes for pool decks and rooftops, while Beer Garden Table Sets work so well on grass and artificial turf, in outdoor activations where guests gather in groups.
The Lounge Chair comes in several cushion colors, and we went through them in our outdoor event season post.
What Pieces Would You Likely Need During Art Basel?
Based on our experience, the pieces we rent most during Art Basel are Lara Highboy Tables and Ella Tables, especially for cocktail receptions. Most Art Week events are standing events, where guests walk around, look at the art and mingle with a drink in hand, so tall tables give them a place to set a glass down and talk while keeping the floor open. The Ella is bar height, and paired with a few barstools, it also gives guests a spot to sit for a minute without leaving the conversation.
Other pieces that are usually in high demand during Art Week:
Stella Gloss Bars in white and black fit the more chic events, which are very much happening during Art Basel.
Meadow Sofas come up in a lot of our Art Week lounges.
Lounge Chairs are a regular on Art Week orders, especially for outdoor setups.
Large ottomans like the Big Square Ottoman and the 4' Round Ottoman seat more people, and they’re great as fillers.
What Planners Ask Us Before Art Week
How far in advance should I reserve furniture for Art Basel?
Now, if you haven’t already. The beginning of November is when everything starts getting booked for Art Week, so the earlier you reach out, the better your chances of getting the pieces you want.
Do you have minimums during Art Basel?
Yes, we keep the same minimum all year, $1,500 in furniture, so nothing changes during Art Week, and delivery is separate from that number.
Can I rent furniture for the whole week?
Yes. Many Art Week events take over a space for the entire week, so we set up a few days before and pick up after the week ends. We know Art Week setups take time, so we try to work with you on the extra setup days.
Can you help with the layout?
Yes, send us your floor plan or a few photos of the space, and we’ll suggest a layout and send renderings so you can see it before the event. Having the layout ahead of time also helps our delivery team, since they know where every piece goes before they arrive, so setup runs smoother and it’s less of a headache for you.
Can the furniture match our brand colors?
Yes, through fabric and cushion color options, and we’re happy to go through which pieces come closest to your brand colors once we know your palette.
Do you deliver anywhere in Miami?
Yes, from hotels on Miami Beach to galleries in Wynwood and showrooms in the Design District, and anywhere in between. If you’re still deciding on a look, here’s our take on furniture that fits Wynwood and the Design District.
Book Your Art Week Furniture Early
Art Week moves fast, and the furniture side is a lot easier when it’s booked early. Contact us with your space and dates, and we’ll help you put together the right layout, or browse our Miami Collection to see everything we have.