Gala Evening at the Art Institute of Chicago

'Form Follows Function': Over 500 international guests enjoyed a Frank Lloyd Wright inspired evening utilizing old and new spaces in the Art Institute of Chicago.  Starting with cocktails and hor d'oeuvres on the Grand Staircase, guests perused the world famous Impressionism and Post-Impressionism galleries.  Then, guests moved into the Modern Wing for an elegant seated dinner in the Renzo Piano designed Griffin Court.  Inspirational quotes by Frank Lloyd Wright were projected on the gallery walls, while dining under a 25 foot waterfall projected on the west wall.  After dinner, cocktails and dessert were served in the stylish Terzo Piano restaurant, featuring stunning views of Millennium Park and the Chicago skyline.  Guest mingled in the hip lounge inspired space, with vibrant lounge vignettes, colorful Lucite lamps and specialty uplit tables.