Wedding Flowers at Ace Hotel New Orleans (now The Barnett - JdV by Hyatt)

The Barnett (formerly Ace Hotel New Orleans) blends the city’s historic charm with modern sophistication, offering couples a uniquely stylish setting for their wedding. From its Art Deco architecture to its rooftop pool with panoramic views, The Barnett provides a diverse range of spaces that can be transformed with the right floral touch. With 1 Poppy wedding and 591 leads booked here, we understand how to create unforgettable floral designs that complement this iconic New Orleans venue.

About The Barnett

Located in New Orleans’ vibrant Warehouse District/Arts District, The Barnett stands as a testament to the city’s rich cultural heritage and artistic spirit. Housed in a meticulously restored 1928 Art Deco building that formerly served as Barnett’s Furniture Store, the venue exudes a sense of timeless elegance and modern flair. The building’s design draws inspiration from Parisian aesthetics, the Roaring Twenties, Art Deco motifs, and gothic lighting, all thoughtfully combined with contemporary details and inviting spaces.

The Barnett offers a full-service wedding experience, providing couples with a dedicated event team, customizable menus, and a range of unique spaces to suit their vision. Its location in the heart of the Arts District puts it within easy reach of the French Quarter and the city’s most celebrated attractions. The venue’s commitment to celebrating local talent and fostering a sense of community adds to its distinctive appeal, making it a sought-after destination for couples seeking a wedding that is both stylish and authentically New Orleanian.

Event Spaces & Floral Opportunities

Barnett Hall

• Capacity: Up to 500 guests (seated)
• Setting: Largest and most flexible indoor space; divisible with airwall
• Floral Notes: Barnett Hall is the venue’s grand ballroom, characterized by its expansive layout and striking Art Deco chandeliers. The high ceilings and neutral color palette provide a blank canvas for creating a variety of floral styles. For a classic, elegant look, consider tall centerpieces with cascading orchids, roses, and hydrangeas in shades of white, cream, and blush. Geometric floral installations, echoing the Art Deco architecture, can be incorporated into the ceremony backdrop or behind the head table. If the space is divided, smaller, more intimate arrangements can be used to define each area. The chandeliers provide ample overhead lighting, allowing for statement centerpieces without competing for attention.

Barnett Foyer / Pre-Function

• Capacity: Up to 150 guests
• Setting: Spacious pre-function foyer just off the lobby
• Floral Notes: The Barnett Foyer serves as an impressive entrance and a versatile space for cocktail hour. Use this area to set the tone for the wedding with eye-catching floral displays. Consider incorporating large-scale arrangements on pedestals or console tables, using flowers that complement the overall wedding color scheme. Smaller bud vases and votive candles can be scattered throughout the space to create a warm and inviting atmosphere.

Barnett Music Room

• Capacity: Up to 100 guests
• Setting: Adaptable layout with airwall allowing the space to transform and split into two sections.
• Floral Notes: The Barnett Music Room is ideal for smaller ceremonies, cocktail receptions, or breakout sessions. The adaptable layout allows for flexibility in floral design. If the space is used for a ceremony, create a focal point with a floral arch or chuppah adorned with lush greenery and romantic blooms like garden roses, peonies, and lisianthus. For a cocktail reception, use a mix of high and low centerpieces to add visual interest. When divided, consider complementary floral designs that flow seamlessly between the two sections.

Barnett Green Room

• Capacity: Up to 100 guests
• Setting: 960-square-foot space ideal for board meetings, breakout sessions, or as a backstage lounge or elegant dressing room for wedding parties.
• Floral Notes: The Barnett Green Room can serve as a luxurious dressing room for the wedding party. Add a touch of elegance with a few thoughtfully placed floral arrangements. A large, overflowing bouquet in a statement vase can serve as a beautiful focal point, while smaller arrangements can be placed on vanities and tables. Consider incorporating fragrant flowers like gardenias or jasmine to create a calming and relaxing atmosphere.

Barnett Private Dining Room

• Capacity: Up to 40 guests
• Setting: Refined private dining room where classic elegance meets contemporary sophistication, featuring vintage details, grand fireplace, and doors to courtyard.
• Floral Notes: The Private Dining Room is a refined space with vintage details, a grand fireplace, and access to a tranquil courtyard. The fireplace mantel provides a prime focal point for a lush, asymmetrical floral arrangement. Incorporate flowers in rich, jewel-toned colors like burgundy, emerald green, and gold to complement the room’s elegant aesthetic. Low centerpieces with romantic blooms like roses, ranunculus, and anemones can be placed on the dining table to create an intimate and sophisticated atmosphere.

Barnett 1st Floor Courtyard

• Setting: Outdoor space adjacent to meeting areas, ideal for cocktail receptions and private events.
• Floral Notes: The first-floor courtyard is a charming outdoor space with old New Orleans brick and bistro lights. Enhance the romantic ambiance with lush, garden-style floral arrangements. Consider using potted plants and hanging baskets to add greenery and texture to the space. Floral garlands can be draped along the bistro lights to create a whimsical and enchanting atmosphere.

Barnett 2nd Floor Courtyard

• Capacity: Up to 100 guests
• Setting: Open-air courtyard with lush greenery and string lights.
• Floral Notes: The second-floor courtyard offers an open-air setting with lush greenery and string lights, perfect for ceremonies or cocktail receptions. Create a romantic and inviting atmosphere with floral installations that complement the natural surroundings. A floral arch or backdrop can be used to frame the ceremony space, while smaller arrangements can be placed on cocktail tables and ledges. Consider using flowers in soft, romantic colors like blush, lavender, and ivory to enhance the courtyard’s ethereal ambiance.

High Five Rooftop Pool & Bar

• Setting: 9th floor, rooftop pool, panoramic views, outdoor lounge
• Floral Notes: The rooftop pool and bar offers panoramic city views and a garden-like ambiance. This open-air setting is perfect for tropical and garden-style floral designs. Incorporate vibrant colors and exotic blooms like orchids, birds of paradise, and ginger flowers to create a tropical vibe. Succulents and cacti can be used to add texture and visual interest. Low arrangements are best to maintain the stunning views.

Seaworthy 1st Floor

• Capacity: Up to 40 guests on first floor, 150 total capacity
• Setting: Historic Creole cottage housing seafood restaurant.
• Floral Notes: Seaworthy, housed in a historic Creole cottage, offers a unique and intimate setting. Embrace the restaurant’s nautical décor and candlelit ambiance with coastal-inspired floral arrangements. Incorporate seashells, starfish, and driftwood into your designs. Use flowers in shades of blue, white, and coral to evoke the colors of the sea. Low centerpieces with romantic blooms like anemones, ranunculus, and sweet peas can be placed on the tables to create a cozy and inviting atmosphere.

Seaworthy Cove

• Capacity: Up to 60 guests
• Setting: Candlelit breezeway with nautical décor, illuminated with candles and elegant candelabras, connects to Barnett Music Room.
• Floral Notes: The Seaworthy Cove, a candlelit breezeway with nautical décor, provides a romantic and intimate setting for cocktail receptions or small gatherings. Enhance the candlelit ambiance with low, romantic floral arrangements. Use flowers in shades of white, cream, and blush to create a soft and ethereal glow. Incorporate candles and candelabras into your designs to amplify the romantic atmosphere.

Brutto Americano

• Capacity: 146 guests
• Setting: On-site restaurant featuring marriage of Italian fare and Southern classics, inviting setting for intimate dinners.
• Floral Notes: The on-site restaurant, Brutto Americano, offers an inviting setting for intimate dinners. Consider floral arrangements that complement the restaurant’s Italian and Southern-inspired cuisine. Incorporate herbs like rosemary, thyme, and basil into your designs. Use flowers in warm, earthy tones like terracotta, ochre, and olive green to create a rustic and inviting atmosphere.

Good Measure

• Setting: Stylish setting, live music venue
• Floral Notes: Good Measure is a live music venue with an intimate vibe and Art Deco-inspired setting. Keep the floral design simple and stylish, complementing the venue’s existing aesthetic. Consider using sculptural floral arrangements with unique textures and shapes.

Salon Salon

• Capacity: 100 guests
• Setting: Speakeasy-style cocktail lounge with rich decor and bespoke cocktails, located across street at Maison Métier.
• Floral Notes: Salon Salon, a speakeasy-style cocktail lounge, offers a rich and atmospheric setting for pre- or post-wedding celebrations. Embrace the lounge’s decadent aesthetic with dramatic and luxurious floral arrangements. Incorporate dark, moody colors like burgundy, plum, and black. Use flowers with unique textures and shapes, such as calla lilies, orchids, and proteas.

Wedding Flower Ideas for The Barnett

Art Deco Glamour

Embrace The Barnett’s Art Deco heritage with arrangements featuring geometric shapes, metallic accents, and luxurious blooms. Think cascading phalaenopsis orchids, white calla lilies, silver dollar eucalyptus, and touches of gold spray paint on foliage. Use tall, slender vases to enhance the vertical lines of the arrangements.

New Orleans Garden Romance

Capture the city’s romantic spirit with lush, garden-style arrangements in soft, pastel hues. Incorporate garden roses, peonies, lisianthus, and hydrangeas in shades of blush, lavender, and ivory. Add trailing greenery like jasmine and smilax to create a whimsical and ethereal feel.

Tropical Paradise

Embrace the city’s subtropical climate with vibrant, tropical-inspired arrangements. Use exotic blooms like birds of paradise, ginger flowers, anthuriums, and orchids in bold colors like orange, pink, and yellow. Incorporate lush greenery like palm leaves and monstera leaves to create a lush and vibrant display.

Creole Cottage Charm

Reflect the charm of the historic Creole cottage with arrangements featuring a mix of wildflowers, herbs, and romantic blooms. Incorporate garden roses, ranunculus, anemones, and sweet peas in shades of white, cream, and blush. Add herbs like rosemary, thyme, and lavender for fragrance and texture.

Seasonal Considerations

New Orleans experiences a humid subtropical climate, with hot summers and mild winters.

• Spring (March-May): This is a popular wedding season in New Orleans, with comfortable temperatures and blooming flowers. Spring blooms like azaleas, camellias, and magnolias are readily available and can be incorporated into your floral designs.
• Summer (June-August): Summers in New Orleans are hot and humid, with temperatures often exceeding 90°F. Choose heat-tolerant flowers like orchids, lilies, and sunflowers for outdoor events. Consider using lighter colors and airy designs to create a cooling effect.
• Fall (September-November): Fall is another popular wedding season, with milder temperatures and fewer crowds. Fall blooms like dahlias, chrysanthemums, and sunflowers are readily available and can be incorporated into your floral designs.
• Winter (December-February): Winters in New Orleans are mild, with temperatures rarely dropping below freezing. Winter blooms like camellias, jasmine, and paperwhites are readily available and can be incorporated into your floral designs. Consider using evergreens and berries to add texture and visual interest.

Regardless of the season, it’s important to work with your Poppy florist to choose flowers that are in season and can withstand the local climate. Also, ensure that any outdoor floral installations are properly secured to prevent them from being damaged by wind or rain.

What Poppy Couples Spend on Flowers Here

While we only have one Poppy wedding booked at The Barnett so far, with an average spend of $2,350, that number doesn’t fully represent the investment couples make in flowers for this venue. In the New Orleans market, couples typically spend between $3,000 and $8,000+ on wedding flowers, depending on the scale and complexity of their designs. Factors that influence floral costs include the number of arrangements, the types of flowers used, and the complexity of the installations. Statement installations in the Barnett Hall or rooftop pool area will naturally increase your investment, while focusing on personal flowers and simple centerpieces can help you stay within a more modest budget.