Venue Spotlight: Patterson Mansion

We could say that Washington, DC has added a new wedding venue to its already impressive list of places to wed. For those of us who have been doing weddings in the area for while, though, the Patterson Mansion is probably better known as the old home of Washington Club, but old it is not any more! With a fresh face lift that blends the historic, neoclassical style with contemporary sophistication, it may quickly become one of our favorite new places for an intimate event!

About

Centrally located at 15 Dupont Circle, Patterson Mansion was originally built in 1903 by architect Stanford White for Robert Patterson, former editor of the Chicago Tribune. The building was deeded to the Red Cross in 1948, and finally sold to the Washington Club in 1951. The Washington Club sold the property in 2014, and it is now a flagship property of Ampeer. It is one of two remaining mansions in Dupont Circle on the National Register of Historic Places.

It’s important to consider capacity when looking at any venue. Patterson Mansion is definitely on the smaller, more intimate side. The ballroom holds 60 guests, while the kitchen and library max out at 23. This is perfect for events like smaller scale weddings, bridal luncheons, cocktail receptions, or rehearsal dinner.

Styled Shoot

The recent renovations did a fabulous job of cleaning up the space while preserving the building’s overall character. We were crazy excited to produce a stunning styled shoot to showcase some of the event spaces at the Patterson Mansion this last year. We brought a beautiful neutral palette and incorporated several other eye-catching decor elements.

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Couple outside Patterson Mansion in Dupont Circle, Washington, DC

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Bridal bouquet of white flowers and greenery

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Couple holds bouquet of orchids, roses, and dried flowers bleached ruscus

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Man looks out window at Patterson Mansion

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Dried flowers for men including bunny tails and bleached ruscus

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Bride descends staircase at Patterson Mansion in Washington, DC

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Grand staircase dressed with candles at Patterson Mansion in Washington, DC

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Couple stands before staircase at Patterson Mansion in Washington, DC

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Patterson Mansion looking out onto Dupont Circle

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Reasons we’re obsessed with Patterson Mansion:

Location, location, location!
Stunning architectural details including a grand staircase, railings, ballroom balcony, fireplaces and large windows
Light filled spaces
Stylish interior decor with contemporary fittings that complement the historic space

Planning an event and have a bigger space in mind? Check out 5 Hot DC Wedding Venues Perfect for a Large Guest Count.

Searching for a floral designer in DC to translate your vision for your Patterson Mansion wedding into flowers? Contact us today!

This week is our last "calm before the storm", and for that we are most thankful! Thanksgiving is that last burst of fall color before the start of holiday sparkle. As we head into the December whirlwind of holiday décor, winter weddings, restaurant installations, and a very special charity celebration, we’re taking a moment to savor the pause.⁣
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The quiet beauty of the harvest always reminds us of David & Eric`s wedding at Decatur House, where the centerpieces weren’t flowers at all but an abundant tapestry of fruits and vegetables. A true harvest table: seasonal, generous, and grounded in the idea that beauty can come from what’s already been given.⁣
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This week, that feels especially right. Gratitude for the work behind us. Gratitude for what’s ahead. And gratitude for the couples, planners, teams, and communities who make this wild, wonderful season possible.⁣
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📍@decaturhouse
📷 @stephenbobb⁣
🍽 @maineventcaterersdc⁣
💐 @petalsedgedc⁣
📋 @smevents

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This week is our last "calm before the storm", and for that we are most thankful! Thanksgiving is that last burst of fall color before the start of holiday sparkle. As we head into the December whirlwind of holiday décor, winter weddings, restaurant installations, and a very special charity celebration, we’re taking a moment to savor the pause.⁣
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The quiet beauty of the harvest always reminds us of David & Eric's wedding at Decatur House, where the centerpieces weren’t flowers at all but an abundant tapestry of fruits and vegetables. A true harvest table: seasonal, generous, and grounded in the idea that beauty can come from what’s already been given.⁣
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This week, that feels especially right. Gratitude for the work behind us. Gratitude for what’s ahead. And gratitude for the couples, planners, teams, and communities who make this wild, wonderful season possible.⁣
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📍@decaturhouse
📷 @stephenbobb⁣
🍽 @maineventcaterersdc⁣
💐 @petalsedgedc⁣
📋 @smevents

Maybe green really is having its moment. Between the Yellow Brick Road yellows, the poppy-red anemones, and a reception drenched in layered greens, this Oz-inspired spring event felt like a preview of the color conversations designers are having now.

From emerald to chartreuse to the softest sage, green can be grounding, glamorous, or a little bit wild — sometimes all at once. And with the Wicked sequel stirring up the color world again, we’re curious…

Which shade is your leading character this season?

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Maybe green really is having its moment. Between the Yellow Brick Road yellows, the poppy-red anemones, and a reception drenched in layered greens, this Oz-inspired spring event felt like a preview of the color conversations designers are having now.

From emerald to chartreuse to the softest sage, green can be grounding, glamorous, or a little bit wild — sometimes all at once. And with the Wicked sequel stirring up the color world again, we’re curious…

Which shade is your leading character this season?

Some of the most meaningful moments in this work come from the families who return to us. Mey first reached out by saying she’d loved her sister Iona’s wedding flowers, from the colors, the choices, the way everything held up for days. She wanted something just as thoughtful for her own wedding at 101 Constitution.⁣
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A textured mix of white florals with lush eucalyptus bringing its blue-green hues gave the skyline a quiet elegance of its own. And standing there with that view of the Capitol, it was hard not to feel grateful for the trust families place in us, year after year. It’s an honor every single time.⁣
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Swipe through for a pic of Mey at Iona`s wedding a year ago!⁣
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📍@masonphotography & @jenharveyphotography⁣
🍽 @corcorancaterers⁣
💐 @petalsedgedc⁣
🎶 @mydeejay⁣
💄 @manevixenboutique & @moderngreengoddess⁣
👗 @bridalroomva @generationtux⁣
📋 @dapperretriever

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Some of the most meaningful moments in this work come from the families who return to us. Mey first reached out by saying she’d loved her sister Iona’s wedding flowers, from the colors, the choices, the way everything held up for days. She wanted something just as thoughtful for her own wedding at 101 Constitution.⁣
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A textured mix of white florals with lush eucalyptus bringing its blue-green hues gave the skyline a quiet elegance of its own. And standing there with that view of the Capitol, it was hard not to feel grateful for the trust families place in us, year after year. It’s an honor every single time.⁣
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Swipe through for a pic of Mey at Iona's wedding a year ago!⁣
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📍@masonphotography & @jenharveyphotography⁣
🍽 @corcorancaterers⁣
💐 @petalsedgedc⁣
🎶 @mydeejay⁣
💄 @manevixenboutique & @moderngreengoddess⁣
👗 @bridalroomva @generationtux⁣
📋 @dapperretriever

Not every couple is lucky enough to wake up to the perfect weather for their perfect outdoor ceremony. But that is not reason to fret! Somtimes the plan shifts. Laura & Ben`s outdoor ceremony at the Omni Shoreham moved inside at the last moment, and it turned out to be perfect all the same. We built a custom chuppah to frame their nuptials, overlaid with branches and flowers to echo a natural garden arbor. Swipe to see more of what made this one of our favorite spring weddings! (And they still managed to sneak in a few outdoor photos. 😉)⁣
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📍 @omnishorehamhotel⁣
📷 @kthompsonphotography⁣
💐 @petalsedgedc⁣
📋 @smevents

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Not every couple is lucky enough to wake up to the perfect weather for their perfect outdoor ceremony. But that is not reason to fret! Somtimes the plan shifts. Laura & Ben's outdoor ceremony at the Omni Shoreham moved inside at the last moment, and it turned out to be perfect all the same. We built a custom chuppah to frame their nuptials, overlaid with branches and flowers to echo a natural garden arbor. Swipe to see more of what made this one of our favorite spring weddings! (And they still managed to sneak in a few outdoor photos. 😉)⁣
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📍 @omnishorehamhotel⁣
📷 @kthompsonphotography⁣
💐 @petalsedgedc⁣
📋 @smevents

Let me go on record saying: when it comes to candles, especially in winter, more is more. 😉

📍 @fairmontwashington
📷 @iamthesam
💐 @petalsedgedc
📋 @afinefeteventsdc

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Let me go on record saying: when it comes to candles, especially in winter, more is more. 😉

📍 @fairmontwashington
📷 @iamthesam
💐 @petalsedgedc
📋 @afinefeteventsdc

Alexa, please play Christmas music.

Too early? I confess. I’m a Thanksgiving purist. It’s literally my favorite holiday. But as a floral designer, I’m often living a season ahead. Thinking of spring when it’s winter, or fall in the heat of summer. And yes, plotting winter holiday decor when it’s Halloween (if not the 4th of July!)

But something about the quiet in the air today and news of snow in places nearby is all it took to awaken my holiday spirit and launch holiday planning mode! If it takes you more to get you in the mood, maybe Sonja & Mike’s Christmas wedding from a few years ago will do the trick!

📍 @dupontcirclehotel
📷 @minicrop
💐 @petalsedgedc

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