The Enchanted Garden

Hidden behind a bustling floral shop lies a secret garden.

I’m sure if you ask owner and floral designer Olivier Giugni about it, he would tell you that it was enchantée. His lush garden has been artfully landscaped with an original mix of trees and plants including wax privet topiaries, Japanese stewartia, Japanese Maple (Lace leaf green), morning glories, asparagus ferns, different varieties of jasmine and even pineapples. Born in Provence, Giugni has always been inspired by the rich color palette of the South of France and its fragrant herbs which mixed with his strong sense of modern design gives him his signature style.

Truly a hidden paradise on an otherwise hectic corner of downtown Manhattan, L’Olivier Floral Atelier (213 West 14th Street, 212-255-2828) would be very special venue for an engagement party or even a small wedding. The 1500 square foot garden can host 50 guests (standing) for cocktails and hors d’oeuvres. A bar can be set up in the charming pergola with a few food stations near by. Dinner can be served in the 1500 square foot interior of the floral shop which can be transformed by his event staff to hold one long (and dramatic) table of 30 with 2 round tables of 10. For those looking for something more intimate, L’Olivier can set a table for 12 guests on the covered outside deck.

Having one night in paradise does come at a price. Renting the floral atelier and private garden starts at $4000. Catering, staffing and flowers (by L’Olivier, bien sûr) are not included with the venue but can be arranged through the event department for an additional cost.

For more information, contact Caroline Bailly, Events Director at 212-255-2136.