Your dedicated team in designing and planning the event of your dreams.
Our mission is to take away any weight your wedding holds over you by listening deeply to your needs, working hard on your behalf, and always operating with kindness first. We understand your life is busy as it is, juggling your job, spending time with your partner, friends, family, hobbies, and other normal obligations like working out, getting groceries, or doing laundry- we've got you!
Welcome
On top of everything already going on in your life, you need to carve out time to design your space, book vendors, finalize timelines, review contracts, manage all of your guests' RSVPs, book transportation AND stay within budget… the list truly goes on and on!
You are likely left wondering- how will I get this all done!?
Design
Creating a wow factor for guest experience and enjoyment through each element of event decor.
Enter The Design Co.
This is where we come in!A Little bit about us!
We are dreamers, event & wedding planners, experience builders, creatives, stylists, and flower lovers.
Our company stands apart, with a dynamic team of industry professionals focusing on EXPERIENCE and INNOVATION, not formula or imitation.
At The Design Co. we pride ourselves on our efforts to truly understand our clients, their styles, and personalities and work to infuse all aspects into their custom wedding or event.
Melissa
Thompson
CO-OWNER
Organizational Expert
Floral Specialist
Design Visionary
Kind-hearted human
Fleetwood Mac lover
I am an all-around lover of keeping things organized; a creative person who loves trying new things and expressing myself through design, clothing, and makeup.
I am dedicated to providing the absolute highest quality of service and experience to my clients and their families. My passions include- getting outdoors to explore, spending quality time with my friends & family, and attempting to figure out the answer to all of life’s problems (through intricate puzzles and escape rooms of course).
Sarah
Kelly
CO-OWNER
Technology Guru
Lover of Fine Details
Event Planner Extraordinaire
Yoga Instructor
Friendship Builder
I absolutely live and breathe personal connection and event curation. I feel the best way to share life experiences and truly make a difference in someone’s life takes place in your first interaction with someone else.
My happiness Is found through business building, creative expression and exploring the unknown. I am passionate about your experience from beginning to end feeling unique and memorable.
My event expertise is in curating atmosphere, food & beverage, and guest experience. I am a lover of sharing wine with friends, dancing, and audiobooks (admittedly…reality television as well)
The Founders
Hi, it’s us! The creators and founders of The Design Co. Ottawa. Our business has been built upon our passion for stunning event design and ultimate dedication to our clients.
We truly value the years we have committed to the wedding design & event planning industry. As life progresses, we too press on to new, challenging, creative business endeavors. The Design Co. vision, mission, and values continue forward and we couldn’t be happier to spread the love (in all aspects).
STACEY PRICE & ERIN CHARMICHAEL
Our Approach
