5-Day Floral & Event Design Accelerator

Our 5-Day Accelerated Floral Design Course is a hands-on introduction to luxury floral artistry, blending lectures, demonstrations, and studio design. Students learn foundational techniques, modern design mechanics, and the business essentials needed to succeed as a floral designer in weddings, events, and corporate environments.

5-Day Floral & Event Design Accelerator

Day 1 — Introduction to Floral Design (10 AM–4 PM)

Module 1: Foundations of Floral Design (AM)

• Overview of the luxury floral design industry
• Roles of professional floral designers
• Core principles and elements of design

Module 2: Tools, Mechanics & Sustainable Methods (PM)

• Essential tools, equipment, and maintenance
• Floral supplies and care standards
• Floral foam, alternative mechanics & sustainable design practices

Day 2 — Flower Care & Bouquet Techniques (10 AM–4 PM)

Module 3: Floral Selection & Care (AM)

• Flower types, seasonality & availability
• Proper handling, hydration & conditioning
• Techniques for extending flower and arrangement longevity

Module 4: Bouquet Design & Wiring Skills (PM)

• Basic arranging techniques
• Wiring & taping of flowers and foliage
• Recipe building: selecting flowers and materials
• Designing hand-tied and cascading bouquets (students take home a hand-tied bouquet)
• Bouquet wrapping, ribbon & finishing techniques

Day 3 — Color Theory, Vase Arrangements & Modern Design (10 AM–4 PM)

Module 5: Principles, Elements & Color Theory (AM)

• Color, texture, shape & form selection
• Creating harmonious, balanced compositions
• Flower varieties & their characteristics
• Vase arrangement design (students take home their arrangement)

Module 6: Contemporary Floral Design (PM)

• Modern centerpiece design techniques
• Current trends & design styles
• Incorporating non-traditional materials
• Minimalist & asymmetrical design principles
• Garden-style arrangement techniques (students take home their garden-style arrangement)

Day 4 — Tablescaping & Event Floral Installations (10 AM–4 PM)

Module 7: Event Floral Design (AM)

• Floral décor for weddings, events & brand activations
• Integrating flowers into themes, palettes & branding
• Working with candles & complementary décor elements
• Designing for various event types

Module 8: Installation Mechanics & Large-Scale Design (PM)

• Designing for entryways, mantels, bars & specialty spaces
• Sustainable installation techniques
• Creating large urn, vase & container arrangements (students take home their arrangement)

Day 5 — NYC Flower Market Tour + Business Essentials (8 AM–4 PM)

Module 9: NYC Flower Market Immersion (AM)

(Exact meet-up location will be provided in advance to enrolled students) • Guided tour of leading wholesalers & suppliers
• Identifying the freshest product
• How to shop professionally & negotiate pricing
• Budgeting for arrangements & events

Module 10: Business Basics for Floral Designers (PM)

• Starting and structuring a floral design business
• Pricing strategies & profitability
• Client relationships & service standards
• Marketing floral design services professionally

Course Completion

Students finish the 5-Day Accelerated program with multiple completed arrangements, professional floral design techniques, and foundational knowledge to begin working in luxury weddings, special events, and floral business operations.
Installment Payment Plan Offered When You Register.

Flowers and Supplies included

Students required to have personal set of floral knife and pruner