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Over the years, Downtown Decorations has had the opportunity to work on many projects in the Syracuse, New York area. Our company is based in East Syracuse, so these projects are always especially exciting for us. We are happy to be a part of the beautification efforts, and hope our…

Cyndy LaRosa is Downtown Decorations office manager and resident fitness expert. Cyndy grew up in Parma, OH, where she also earned a degree in Marketing/Business and an AFAA National Certification for Group Exercise Instruction. After marrying her husband, Vic, she relocated to Rhode Island and worked for companies like Gillson…

Just a few months ago, Downtown Decorations began working with Geisinger Health System on an exciting custom banner and flag project. The prestigious northeastern Pennsylvania health care system has two hospitals in the Wilkes-Barre area, numerous clinics throughout the northeastern part of the state, and a primary care facility, Geisinger…

We are excited to be taking part in the 60th annual International Downtown Association Conference and Tradeshow in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada!  As a longtime active member of the IDA, we look forward to this conference every year. It will give us the opportunity to meet with representatives from downtowns across…

For the past five years, Downtown Decorations has been producing banners for Little Italy in Syracuse, New York. The thriving downtown neighborhood emerged around the year 1883, when Italian immigrants first moved to the area to help construct the West Shore Railroad, but wasn’t officially designated Little Italy until 2003.…

The South Salina Street corridor, a once thriving neighborhood on Syracuse, New York’s Southside, is now troubled with crime and economic hardship. In the past 30 years, little has been done to help revitalize this historic neighborhood. That's until now.The City of Syracuse, the Southside Community Coalition and other neighborhood groups…

Downtown Decorations collaborates on numerous projects each year with cities and organizations throughout the great state of Texas. Our clients in the Lone Star State go all out when it comes to decorating for the holidays. Like the saying goes, everything’s bigger in Texas, and that includes their décor projects.   Last…

Each year, Downtown Decorations collaborates with colleges and universities across the country. Typically, we produce collegiate light pole banners for the schools, but we have also worked on other unique custom décor projects. A great example of this is the large commencement banners we designed for Morrisville State College in…

In 2013, we had the opportunity to work on an exciting banner project with Mount Holly, New Jersey. The township, which is located in Burlington County, is a short 35 minute drive from Philadelphia. This unique project gave us the chance to create banners that were not only striking and…

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We’re about a month away from the start of the fall semester at colleges around the world. Schools are preparing for the return of old students and the arrival of new ones. One of the best ways that a campus can provide a warm welcome is with collegiate banners. Downtown…

The 2014 holiday season is quickly approaching. By the time we know it, buildings and streets across the globe will be adorned with holiday decor.  Now is the time to start planning your program.Downtown Decorations can add holiday excitement to your municipality, downtown, shopping center, casino, event center, commercial building…

Downtown Decorations recently completed this unique and exciting banner project for Trinity University in San Antonio, Texas. These colorful and creative banners are now on display outside of the stunning Northrup Hall, which was designed by renowned architect Robert A.M. Stern. Half of the custom banners feature inspirational words like…

At Downtown Decorations, we pride ourselves on having strong relationships with our clients. Oftentimes, we work with companies, downtowns, casinos, colleges, shopping centers, etc. throughout the year on multiple projects. One of the clients we work with in this capacity is Wegmans Food Markets. We collaborate with the popular supermarket…

It may seem like the school year just ended but it’s already time to start planning for the fall semester. In just a few months, students from across the globe will be leaving home and moving to their new campuses. And what better way to welcome them than with some…

Summertime is here and it is finally nice outside in Upstate New York. One of the many perks of having this warm weather is outdoor dining. Wegmans, the popular supermarket, wanted to offer this dining option to their customers at their Cicero, New York location, so they created an outdoor…

At Downtown Decorations, we work with many of our clients year-round. Our design team creates different seasonal décor items that a property, campus or downtown can easily switch out once a season changes. One client that we work with in this capacity is the Albany Housing Authority in Albany, New…

In 2012, Downtown Decorations began working with Wild Waves Theme Park in Federal Way, Washington. Wild Waves, which originally opened as The Enchanted Village in 1977, is the largest combination water park and amusement park in the entire Pacific Northwest. Thousands flock to the theme park each year to enjoy…

For the past four years, Downtown Decorations has been working with Mashpee Commons, a 278,946 sq. ft. open-air shopping center located on Cape Cod in the city of Mashpee, Massachusetts. The unique outdoor complex has over 95 stores that include both national retailers and local mom-and-pops. Mashpee Commons is also…

In 2011, the City of Fredericksburg, Texas contacted Downtown Decorations to create a full holiday décor program for their downtown. Officials wanted a program that would really enhance holiday tourism in the city.Our design team first decided to brighten up the space by adding a ton of lights to their…

Later this year, viewers will be able to see Downtown Decorations' banners in the new holiday movie, "One Christmas Eve." The made-for-TV movie starring Anne Heche is being produced for Hallmark Hall of Fame and ABC. In "One Christmas Eve," Heche plays a newly divorced mom having some unexpected adventures…

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It's that time of year again. Over the next few weeks, Downtown Decorations will be setting up at some major conferences across the United States. Attendees will have the chance to stop by and chat with our president, vice president, and some of our sales reps at conferences in Saratoga…

Last year, Downtown Decorations teamed up with the Tampa Convention Center to create a one of a kind Christmas display.  The 600,000 sq. ft. convention center, which is located on the waterfront in downtown Tampa, Florida, hosts everything from conferences to international exhibitions to green events. Officials contacted us because…

In 2013, the Westlake Center, a premier four-story shopping center located in the heart of downtown Seattle, Washington, contacted us to design some giant ornaments to fill a new space that opened up in their food court area. They really wanted a design that would impress visitors. We worked with…

The patriotic season is just around the corner. Memorial Day, Flag Day and Independence Day are all quickly approaching. Now is the time to show your pride and celebrate America. And what better way to do so than with brand new patriotic banners and flags from Downtown Decorations. Clients can…

San Francisco, California – San Fran, Fog City, The Golden Gate City, The City by the Bay, Everybody’s Favorite City. It's all around one of the greatest cities in the United States. And we are proud to be able to say that “if you’re going to San Francisco, be sure…

Back in 2011, Downtown Decorations was approached by the city of Independence, Missouri to create a unique custom giant tree. The tree was to be displayed outside of the Jackson County Courthouse in the center of the downtown area, which sees a lot of foot traffic. The city, which is…

Downtown Decorations teamed up with the Orlando International Airport in 2013 to create a very unique custom light up base for their giant tree. The airport, which is located in Orlando, Florida, is the 13th busiest in the United States and the 33rd busiest in the world, according to passenger…

In 2011, Downtown Decorations was contacted by the city of Geneva, New York to design some holiday décor for their downtown. Located on Seneca Lake, the largest of the Finger Lakes, Geneva is a popular vacation spot known for its wineries and beautiful outdoor scenery. The small city nestled in…

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In 2011, Downtown Decorations teamed up with Calhoun, Georgia's Downtown Development Authority to create an enormous sphere tree for the city. Calhoun has around 16,000 residents and is located just 50 miles south of the charming Chattanooga, Tennessee, and 70 miles north of the fast-paced Atlanta, Georgia. Due to its…

We will move our clocks ahead one hour on Sunday, which means Spring is almost here. The dark, cold days Winter are almost over. With the new season comes new colorful Spring decor. And what better way to add a splash of color than with new banners. At Downtown Decorations,…

It might seem a little early, but it's already time to start thinking about decor for the 2014 holiday season. Now is the time to order early and save big on giant trees during our pre-season sale. Giant trees are the single most important décor item related to increasing visitation…

Every year, Downtown Decorations is lucky enough to design holiday décor programs for places around North and South America. One of our favorite projects that we get to work on is the Avenue at White Marsh in Baltimore, Maryland. We started working with the upscale shopping center in 2012. (Check…

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Downtown Decorations was contacted by Turf Valley Town Square in Ellicott City, Maryland last year to design a holiday décor package for the brand new neighborhood center. The $22 million complex is anchored by Harris Teeter and features a brand new fresh fish and oyster restaurant, Grille 620, owned by…

2013 was another great year for Downtown Decorations. We were lucky enough to work on some really unique projects, including one for La Palmera shopping center in Corpus Christi, Texas. The coastal city is located in the southern region of Texas and has a metro population of almost half a…

In 2013, Downtown Decorations worked on a holiday décor project for a truly unique location. We were contacted to design a custom entrance sign topper and other décor for the Parker Ranch Center, which is a shopping center located on Parker Ranch in Waimea, Hawaii.Parker Ranch was founded in 1847…

In 2013, Downtown Decorations designed a huge 44 foot Christmas tree for The Collection at Forsyth. The impressive outdoor lifestyle shopping destination features premier retailers, specialty stores, restaurants, eateries and a movie theater. Located in Cumming, Georgia, The Collection is the premier shopping spot in Metro Atlanta. Our designers used…

This year, Downtown Decorations worked with Downtown Santa Monica to create some holiday décor for the city’s Third Street Promenade. The Southern California coastal destination, which is located just minutes from the Pacific Ocean, is recognized as a premiere shopping and dining area. The promenade is also known for hosting…

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This year, Downtown Decorations produced a holiday décor package for the Chukchansi Gold Resort and Casino in Coarsegold, California. We were contacted by the resort and casino to create a design that would revamp their holiday presentation. Our designers came up with a stylish and sophisticated theme that features gold-colored ornaments…

In 2012, we worked with the Clearwater River Casino and Lodge to enhance their holiday decor. The complex, which is located just outside of the Lewiston, Idaho on the western end of the Nez Perce Reservation, features dining, gaming and event offerings. The main focus of this project was to…

New York City is known as one of the top Christmas destinations year in and year out. Holiday shows, department store window displays, shopping at FAO Schwarz and ice skating in Rockefeller Center Plaza are just a few things that make Manhattan synonymous with the holiday season. Now, Downtown Decorations…

Tune in to HGTV tonight at 8 p.m. to see Downtown Decorations' products on Celebrity Holiday Homes! We provided a ton of items, including flocked Alaskan garland, ice garland, bay leaf garland, snowflakes, matte ornaments, shiny ornaments and more, for the holiday special. Our decorations are featured in the home…

On Saturday, Nov. 9, the town of Chester, California held their holiday tree lighting ceremony. The celebration kicked off the holidays and honored the men and women of the armed forces. The tree lighting ceremony, which took place during Veterans Day weekend, honored servicemen and women by initiating a season…

In 2012, we created a holiday décor package for Destiny USA, the 2,450,000 sq. ft. six-story super-regional shopping and entertainment complex in Syracuse, New York. The mall is the 6th largest in the entire United States. They wanted to keep the decorations up past Christmas and through the winter season, so…

On this Veterans Day 2013, we would like to say thank you to all of the men and women who have served our country. In 2011, we were lucky enough to provide a group of servicemen and women with some comfort during the holidays when we donated a giant 6…

In 2008, we partnered with the town of Seneca Falls, New York to produce new lights for their downtown. The Seneca Falls Fire Department deemed the city’s old lights unsafe and said they were not allowed to be lit. We switched out their old incandescent lights with brand new long…

In 2009, we began working with Syracuse University on a number of banner projects. The private research university is located in Syracuse, New York and is known for its dominant athletic program and top-of-the-line communications school. Over the past few years, we have printed multiple banner designs that have been…

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In 2007, Downtown Decorations did a series of seasonal decorations for See’s Candies. The well-known candy manufacturer and distributor has operated for over 90 years and now has more than 200 stores around the world. If you haven’t tried their chocolates, we highly recommend them!The decorations we designed for See’s…

Since 2007, Downtown Decorations has produced holiday decor for downtown Stamford, Connecticut. Over the years, we have created custom wreaths, sprays, bows and other types of decor. In 2009, we designed custom pole decorations for over 100 light poles throughout the city. The decor was designed to connect to the…

In the fall of 2012, The Avenue at White Marsh in Baltimore, Maryland approached us to revamp some of their décor. They had an existing décor program that they wanted to breathe some new life into as well as change the look and feel without having to put a new…

Recently, we began producing a holiday décor program for the Upstate Golisano Children’s Hospital in Syracuse, New York. The newly built hospital is named after billionaire businessman Tom Golisano, founder of the second-largest payroll processing company in the United States, Paychex. In 2010, we provided holiday décor for the inside…

Every year for over 10 years, we have installed a holiday décor program for SUNY Upstate Medical University. The Syracuse based medical center, which includes a teaching hospital, is one of the largest in the entire state of New York.The project features many unique pieces, including a giant wreath mounted…

In 2009, Downtown Decorations worked with the Rosslyn Business Improvement District to switch its LIGHT UP Rosslyn program over to LED lighting. The program lights up the rooflines of most of the major buildings in Rosslyn, VA from early December to mid-January. Working with both the BID and the building…

In 2010, Downtown Decorations was contacted by the set decorators for Ray Romano’s television series Men of a Certain Age. Being Everybody Loves Raymond fans, everyone here at the office was extremely excited to be part of the project.The set decorators called us because they needed help with a scene…

We are excited to announce that we have been named a 2013 CenterState CEO Economic Champion. This is the second year in a row that we received the award from the CenterState Corporation for Economic Opportunity, a twelve-county business leadership and economic development organization based in Syracuse, New York.According to…

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In October of 2012, Downtown Decorations bought a new building. As a growing company, we needed more space, and fast. So, we left our old rental on Deere Road for a new building twice the size. We began construction on our new Joy Road facility in January of 2013 and…

You know the old saying, everything’s bigger in Texas. We definitely kept it in mind when designing this project in downtown Dallas. Back in 2010, we partnered with Magic Moments Parties and Events to create this holiday spectacular for the new Winspear Opera House. We provided a 30’ tree as…

In 2011 and 2012, we produced new unlit wreaths and garland for the Village of Cazenovia through the Cazenovia Garden Club. The small village of 2,835 people lies on the southeast shore of the beautiful Cazenovia Lake in Central New York. When we began to design the decor, we decided that…

In 2006, Downtown Decorations was contacted by Emmy Award-winning set director Erica Rogalla. Erica was working on Desperate Housewives at the time and needed our help designing a holiday scene for the show’s first Christmas episode, The Miracle Song. We gave Erica a crash course on holiday decor and created…

 In 2007, we were approached by the Augusta Downtown Development Authority to design a multi-year holiday décor program for the entire city of Augusta, Georgia. Best known for hosting The Masters golf tournament each year, August is the third-largest city and second-largest metropolitan area in the state of Georgia. When…

As I stated in my last post, I’m a chaser of the endless summer and would ideally like to see winter on my own terms. I spend a lot of my summer on Cape Cod (don’t worry – I’m working remote), so as fall approaches, I thought I would lay…

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In 2010, Garden State Park in Cherry Hill, New Jersey contacted us to help with the décor for their new center. The enormous complex located minutes away from Philadelphia includes the Market Place, which features over 530,000 sq. ft. of regional shopping, and the Towne Place, which has an additional 205,000 sq. ft. of upscale retail,…

 Downtown Decorations has worked on banner projects with over 30 universities and colleges across the country. We have collaborated with Cornell, Texas State, Syracuse, UC San Diego, Virginia, Texas Tech and many others. Banners like these can help promote, brand and define a school and its campus. Our design team will work with a school to create unique and custom banners like the University…

 Vero Beach Outlets approached us in 2012 to assist them with their holiday décor. They had recently gone through a redevelopment of the property and wanted their holiday décor to reflect the transition. We met with their full management team on site and walked the property to get a sense of the center…

 Almost everyone has seen an Iron Man movie or read one of the comics he has appeared in over the years. Originally created by writer/editor Stan Lee in 1963, Iron man has become one of the most beloved Marvel Comics superheroes. The Iron Man movie franchise is one of the highest…

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 Downtown Decorations was approached by the city of Waterbury to transform their downtown fountain into a “winter fountain.” We designed and fabricated a custom animated fountain to give an eye-catching pop to the area. We started by taking precise measurements of the fountain itself as well as reviewing the drawings…

  Check out these photos of our banners and decorations in beautiful downtown Canandaigua. The city of just over 10,000 people is located on the northern end of Canandaigua Lake, the fourth largest of the Finger Lakes, and the hometown of Wegmans CEO Danny Wegman. Each year, the city…

I feel like as soon as fall hits, the conversation turns to Christmas Creep, and by default, Halloween Creep. This is the phenomenon in which every year retailers roll out Christmas ads and merchandise a few days earlier and earlier, Christmas parties start spilling into November, and Santa Claus is…

 Are you one of the thousands of self-described Wegmans groupies? We are! We like Wegmans so much that we provide holiday décor for one-quarter of all Wegmans stores. Each year, we adorn the facades of the stores with large 8 ft. and 12 ft. LED lit wreaths that feature 6…

Downtown Decorations, Inc. is proud to announce that a majority of our goods are now being made in America. We believe that by keeping these manufacturing jobs here, we can help the American economy grow and create opportunities for future generations. We also think it is important to support safe…

 When designing Christmas décor, we try to take movement and elements from everyday objects that we see around us. Our custom work ideas can come from anything we see, and we try and keep our eyes peeled for inspiration. One of these items has been the chandelier. Very simple and almost…

 Take a look at these stunning photos of a project we did in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. The client wanted a more modern and unique take on Christmas decorations so we created a grand illuminated sculpture. The “tree” is 14 ft. tall. To learn more about our sphere trees, click here. More…

 For the third year in a row, Downtown Decorations will be installing complete décor packages in four malls in Guayaquil, Ecuador! The city of Guayaquil is the largest and most populous in Ecuador, with around 3.75 million living in the metropolitan area. We are extremely excited about this project and…

The holiday decoration installation at Destiny USA is complete!  The wells are filled with custom banners, ginormous 3-D snowflakes & twinkling ice light curtains. Patrons are bustling about doing their last minute holiday shopping & Christmas is in the air.  Next time you're at the mall in a panic searching for the perfect…

The pictures are starting to roll in & the holiday decor looks great!  Kathy's client at Poughkeepsie Plaza said: Hi Kathy, LOVE, LOVE, LOVE the snowflakes!!! We have had so many compliments!! Thank you!   They've also got some holiday swag going on:It's looking like a glamourous Christmas-thanks Kathy!

You smell like beef & cheese! Santa got a brand new home at Shoppingtown Mall this year.  He doesn't sit on a throne of lies (a quote from Elf, I'm sure this is the real Santa, look at that beard), he sits on a velvet, custom made bench! Look at that hedge…

Last week while everyone was preparing for Thanksgiving, our very own Michael Desorbo was busy bringing the Christmas spirit to Ocean City, New Jersey.  Mike drove in with a Suburban filled with velvet bows & ready for a big installation.  He was sick as a dog as he strung up mini…

At Downtown Decorations - We LOVE construction! A very popular product line of ours are construction banners and signage. Possibly the single best way to spread the message of what is being built, when it will be ready, its purpose, and who is supporting the project. We are always excited…

It's not everyday that you drive through a small town and are pleasantly surprised by their attention to creating a warming and welcoming atmosphere for both its citizens and visitors. One of our clients in Tennessee recently had us design some custom light pole banners to enhance their downtown appeal. Wow…

Wow - This is a great exterior holiday decor display! The debate has lived on for decades. However, recent research suggests that exterior decor may have a greater impact on a property's bottom line. Drawing visitors into the property, forcing them out of their vehicles, encouraging them to…

Now, we know it's tough to wrap our heads around - but the holiday season is QUICKLY approaching and we are already in the midst of preparing some of our larger decor packages!Have you ever seen a 14ft tall 6ft wide hanging Christmas Ornament?  We are preparing a large decor…

Another happy client :) We have been working double shifts the past two weeks in order to produce all of the banners for the upcoming FALL SEMESTER! Can you believe it's time to start talking back to school? For more information or to get started with a custom banner project…

Are you going to ICSC's New England Idea Exchange in Boston, MA this upcoming week (July 16-18) at the Convention Center? Vice President Garrett Peterson will be exhibiting at Booth# 335. He is eager to share some of the latest and greatest in light pole banners and commercial…

Wow - with the July 4th holiday now behind us - we are beginning to ramp up production for the upcoming 2012 Holiday Season - we cannot believe it is upon us already! We thought we would share a photo of one of our latest creations. A clien...t contacted us…

Happy July 4th!Wishing all of our clients, contacts and friends (and all of their loved ones) a safe and enjoyable July 4th! P.S. - We hope you have all of your patriotic banners and flags up! 

A pic of some great looking dual banners sent to us by a very happy and patriotic client! Have you installed your patriotic banners for the July 4th holiday yet?

College and University BannersPrepare for the Fall 2012 Semester by Getting Started Today - Call the Experts at:  877.369.6332Wow - it's June 25th and we are already in Back to School Mode! The fall semester kicks off anytime from the second week in August through the second week…

Check out South Bend Indiana's latest publication detailing their banner program. A great example for municipalities nationwide - also important to mention that many municipalities and downtown associations also role a degree of fundraising into their programs to cover part if not all of their investment. Great exposure and curb…

"Here are some pictures of the banners – we love them!  - Thanks Jo"A very happy customer...

Free Delivery on Any New Custom Banner Order Placed Prior to 04/30/2012!Call for details: 1.877.369.6332https://www.downtowndecorations.com/spring2012bannersale

First things first: you’ll need to choose your material. One common material is opaque vinyl, which can be printed on at a high resolution (up to 720 DPI) and may be treated with a clear coat to resist scratches and UV rays. Another preferred material option for light pole banners…

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Click to enlargeAn exceptionally pleased client sent along this pic of their newly installed banners. Great eye catching design created complimentary by the expert in-house artists at Downtown Decorations, with a focus on seasonal branding.Not just a beautiful picture - While the picture and banners themselves are quite stunning -…

Stop by and say hello to Downtown Decorations President Ted Peterson. Ted will be exhibiting at Booth #302 at the National Main Street Conference in Baltimore, MD from April 01-04!Ted would not only enjoy the opportunity to meet with you and discuss all things Banners and Decor, but also Ted…

We thoroughly enjoyed helping our friends at Clarkson University in designing, producing, and implementing such a visually stunning banner program. Could you even imagine the pictures/campus below without the banners?

We are pleased to announce that Downtown Decoration's Director of Project Management, Tom Martin will be exhibiting at the ICSC Mid-Atlantic Dealmakers show at the Gaylord Convention Center in National Harbor, MD (South of DC proper). Stop by booth #141 to say hello to Tom and discuss anything and everything…

So, when we dispatched a nationwide network of photographers to capture some of our favorite and most custom decor projects of 2011 - we never thought we would get back some of the shots that we did. Included top among this list is a set of photos we shot while…

So - We are sure that some of our more observant followers have noticed that we have been a bit absent since the holidays. Well, we haven't been slacking or playing hooky... We have had over 50+ hrs of executive planning sessions, 80+ hrs of creative workshop/brainstorming sessions, 50+ hrs…

Check out the latest and greatest sales and promotions for February 2012!Giant Tree Sale "Highest Quality Trees at Unbeatable Prices": https://www.downtowndecorations.com/GiantTreeSale2012Check out the sale page: Post-Holiday "Best Savings of the Year Sale":https://www.downtowndecorations.com/PostHolidaySale2012

Presents have been exchanged, dinners cooked, waistlines expanded...its true - the 2011 holiday season is officially over.Other than lots of leftover ham and about 10 extra pounds, we are left with many great memories of the 2011 holiday season. Hundreds of new clients, some very exciting custom flagship decor products,…

We couldn't be more excited to show off this picture - it truly is our favorite gift of the holiday season. This year, Downtown Decorations, Inc. donated a giant 6ft lit and decorated wreath alongside other decorations to the men and women of the 908th Expeditionary Force of the US…

Each year we sell tens of thousands of products and packages to thousands of customers around the US and the globe. However, the sale is actually one of the final steps in a much longer, strategic process that requires the skilled expertise of industry leading sales and design consultants. Of…

Perhaps one of our most creative and unique decor items of 2011. Congratulations to Calhoun, GA on their purchase - the tree is beautiful! If you are in the South East US or are traveling through Georgia this holiday - swing by the court house to see the tree -…

Check out this years quickest growing trend in Christmas Trees. Called a "Sphere Tree" these trees are just as much as an artistic sculpture as they are Christmas Trees. Stunning during both day and night - the Sphere Tree is the perfect choice for anyone looking to provide an extremely…

So, remember the other day - a few posts down - we put up some pictures of the initial assembly of a 12ft giant wreath? Well as promised - here is the final, installed, 12ft giant wreath adorning the front entrance to one of the US's largest grocery retailers. We…

7 Christmas Inventions and their Surprising OriginsBy Ilya LeybovichHave you ever wondered where Christmas lights, candy canes and other holiday mainstays originated?Here we look at the history of some of the most enduring holiday-season inventions.Some of our favorite holiday products, from decorations to toys, have surprising origins. Ever wondered where…

When we were contacted by a large fire department in New York State, we knew that we had to do everything that we could to assist them. Bravely and courageously serving us day in and day out, it was our pleasure to provide them with a completely custom designed and…

Some great interior decor banner shots from a local mall and very happy client - can you name the center?

Check out the press release on our latest round of banners celebrating "hometown heros." Ask us about what it means to set up a "hometown hero" program in your hometown and the incredible importance it plays in remembering our men and women in uniform.

THEY ARE HERE!!!!  Kathy,   The wreaths arrived abour 15 minutes ago and Ronnie is ecstatic!   He & his crew are unloading "even as we speak!"    Thanks for all of your help in getting them here.    HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!   (You have made ours terrific!)LoriLori ChrestmanExecutive AssistantCity of Wilburton300 West Main StreetWilburton, OK  74578 

We just wrapped up the International Council of Shopping Centers Annual Conference in NYC. Another great year - our hats go off to the entire ICSC team for organizing another great conference. While we were down in the city we happened to stumble upon some great decor and some of…

Would it fit on your front door? This 12ft monster was a custom, "last minute" project for one of the Northeast's largest and most prestigious food retailers. Thought it was easy to assemble a 12ft wreath? The answer is no - taking multiple team members the process goes as follows:Frame…

Customer Service is key - At Downtown Decorations we employ a customer centric model that focuses in on providing our clients and prospective clients with the absolute highest levels of support and customer service - unparallelled in the industry. Jayson Siano epitomizes this model and the same approach that Downtown…

We can't say how much the entire team at Downtown Decorations enjoyed designing, planning, producing, and implementing the 2011 holiday decor at one of the nation's foremost hospitals - Golisano Children's Hospital. We love giving back all year round at Downtown - but nothing makes us happier than lending our…

One of the smaller trees adorning a conference area at Golisano Children's Hospital - Looks amazing!

So... each year around Thanksgiving - our unofficial end to the holiday decorating season ;) - we really enjoy looking back at the past few weeks at the most creative and custom projects and products that clients requested and we provided. In the next 10 posts you will see products…

Manzanita is perhaps the fastest growing plant based product used in commercial holiday and seasonal decorating industry. Latin name: Arctostaphylos columbiana manzanita is a wood like product that grows in vine-like segments allowing them to be beautifully and artistsicially woven together to form shapes small and large. Pictured above - you…

So many of our clients look for to us for guidance on what has become the holiday decorating question of the decade: What looks "better" warm white (incandescent appearance) or the cool whites (contemporary - bluish appearance). The answer: It's completely up to you. It is not a matter of…

- Christmas celebration with fireworks in Saratoga, NYThe clock is ticking on deciding on your 2011 holiday decorations... Christmas is only 2 months away! We have some extremely exciting decor options that are taking the industry by storm - favorites this year include: pole decorations and silhouettes, holiday and winter banners,…

The Typical Situation: A client has come to us in order to overcome a common problem faced by many that wish to install light pole banners in windy or particularly harsh climates. They have experimented with banner programs in the past, and have been put off by the durability and integrity of the banners.There…

So - another common problem:  A property manager and marketing manager had differing views of how to implement desired decor. The marketing manager wanted full decor throughout the retail center - however, they were unaware as to pre-existing lease lines drawn into the contract by part of the major anchor…

Meet President Ted Peterson at booth: 1149 in Houston, Texas at the 2011 Texas Municipal League Annual Conference. He is looking forward to seeing many new and old friends - drop by to say hello, or pick his brain if you have any commercial / municipal decor or light pole…

Hello! Check out our latest Downtown Decoration's Holiday Postcard. Friends and clients, old and new will be receiving this postcard as a reminder that the holiday are quickly approaching. This year the trends appear to be staying steady: traditional red and gold for much of the Northeast and South while…

Common Situation:A client came to us and said "we need to do something more to highlight our products/services during the holiday season - but we don't know quite how."Let us please introduce you to the Concept-to-Creation model that we follow...After going through some initial discussions about preferred themes, colors, styles,…

The experts at Downtown Decorations, Inc are experienced in the challenges and difficulties of installing commercial / municipal holiday decor. All clients are different, and each project is unique in application and tactical approach.In many instances Downtown Decorations, Inc. will provide full installation support for your project or decor purchases…

Check out the Santa Reception Area Design above. Designed with grandeur and elegance in mind the client desired a traditional red, green, and gold color theme with entry columns.The above design will be adorning a very well known retail center in the Northeast.Have you thought about your Santa Reception Area…

So have you seen the rise in popularity in oversized ornaments within the past few years?At Downtown Decorations, Inc. the phones are ringing off of the hook with inquires about oversized ornaments, their applications, and our varieties. Popularity is rising day by day! They come in all shapes, colors, sizes,…

Has your business, organization, college, shopping center, or municipality prepared their wreaths for the upcoming holiday season. Were they hung by the chimney with care, or were they tossed in a dusty storage room since last December?If the later is the case - contact the commercial / wreath experts at…

Client:To: "Garrett Peterson" <gpeterson@downtowndecorations.com>Subject: Can wrapWe love them! Perfect fit and very effective marketing vehicle.  Thanks to you and the DD team!! ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Thank you to the NoMa BID team for their wonderful compliment and commitment to their organization and community - led by a very skilled and ambitious team!Check…

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Example of a brilliant sphere tree. The picture does not do the tree justice - lighting in the staging area was a concern. With sizes up to 34' the sphere tree is a way to differentiate your property, from your competitions in a very short period of time. Become the…

Is your retail center, municipality, buisness or organization gearing up for the very quickly appraoching holiday season? Many of our clients are getting into full swing preparation mode and are getting their preliminary orders in now.If you need any assistance from complete national multi-property packages, to single property fill-in decor,…

Check out a great LA Times article: http://articles.latimes.com/2011/sep/05/business/la-fi-retail-outlook-20110906Spending is expected to increase 3.5% this holiday season.Contact the experts at Downtown Decorations, Inc. to learn how you can cash-in by decorating to meet consumer expectations....Dowtown Decorations, Inc.www.DowntownDecorations.cominfo@downtowndecorations.comPhone: (877) 369.6332

Whether it is spring, summer, fall, or winter - anytime is a great time to spruce up your entry way to differentiate yourself from the competition. All too often we get the question - "we are in the south/southwest - do we have any options for exterior holiday or seasonal…

Well the days of Summer are quickly fading now that we have pushed through yet another Labor Day holiday. Now that the holiday is over - we are on the straight shot to Thanksgiving and the holiday season. Phone have been ringing off the hook and emails inquires are flowing…

As we all share in the doubled-edged joy of the Labor Day Weekend - this is not only a reminder that Summer is coming to a close, but also that we are entering the holiday decoration purchasing season. After returning from the holiday weekend - you will be thrust into…

There is no dispute that Sunbrella is by far the most durable and visually appealing of the materials currently available to the commercial banner industry. While vinyl is still a very popular option due to its less expensive cost / unit and ability to allow for stunning photographic quality images…

In many cases, Downtown Decorations, Inc. can assist you in installing your banners and hardware. However, as a general rule of thumb - it's advantageous to know a little about the process, the tools involved, and the hardware itself. Please visit our YouTube Channel DowntownDecorations at: http://youtu.be/COg_fl80tl8 to watch a full installation…

I am sure that we can all recall the Christmases and holidays of yesteryear, filled with warm memories, laughs, some tears, and well, of course – tons of sparkling, shining, and gleaming decorations and lighting. While up until a decade ago – the only option on the market was energy…

By Lea YuThursday, December 6, 2007Snowflakes, Christmas trees and reds and greens may have taken over the New Haven downtown area, but city promoters say it would be a mistake to confuse the Elm City with the typical suburban mall experience.Community organizations, stores and city promoters have come together this…

Now is the time to begin thinking about Fall/Autumn as well as Winter banners. Orders have been flying in throughout the past two weeks as our clients prepare their fall/winter décor. It’s hard to believe the summer has already come to a close and the kids are returning…

Greetings! As the holidays approach the question often pops up to members of our staff – do you still enjoy the Christmas season? The ubiquitous answer is YES! Everyone at Downtown Decoration’s loves Christmas and the holiday season – we often have Christmas music playing year round and it’s not…

Thank you for taking time to read and review our blog! We have recently opened up a blog area for our site as a way to reach out to our clients and prospective clients with yet another form of media. We already have had an overwhelming positive response and we…