You leave the Kansas City suburbs behind, take exit 204 off I-70, and suddenly the landscape changes. The sprawl gives way to open fields, the kind of rolling eastern Kansas farmland where you can see the weather coming from miles away. Turn onto 206th Street and the road narrows, trees crowd in on both sides, and for a moment you wonder if your GPS has led you astray. Then the woods open up and there it is: Countryside Chalet, a 10-acre estate that looks like someone plucked a vintage country house from an Americana dream and set it down among the oak trees and wildflowers. The first thing you notice is the wraparound porch, white railings gleaming against weathered siding, the kind of place where you can picture guests gathering with glasses of champagne while fireflies blink in the garden. Then your eyes travel down the hillside to the terraced ceremony site, five levels carved into the gentle slope like a natural amphitheater, all leading to a white pergola that frames the view beyond. This is not a grand estate with marble columns or imported stone. This is heartland charm at its most genuine — intimate, welcoming, and completely yours for the weekend. Poppy has received inquiries for five Countryside Chalet weddings, and every time we walk this property, we understand why couples searching for an authentic countryside celebration keep finding their way here.
About Countryside Chalet
Countryside Chalet sits just two miles from the Johnson County line, roughly fifteen miles from Kansas City and ten miles from Lawrence, making it accessible enough for metro-area guests while feeling like a true escape to the country. The 10-acre property is family-owned and operated, which means the attention to detail is personal and the flexibility is real. Unlike larger commercial venues with rigid timelines and unyielding vendor restrictions, Countryside Chalet operates with a refreshing sense of hospitality — they want your wedding to feel like a celebration at a friend’s beautiful country home, because in many ways, that is exactly what it is.
The estate centers around two main structures: the Chalet itself, a substantial house with five to six bedrooms and matching number of bathrooms, designed to accommodate your wedding party and close family for the entire weekend; and the climate-controlled reception pavilion, a purpose-built event space that holds up to 210 guests seated or 250 for a standing reception. The property also includes a covered patio overlooking the ceremony terrace, fire pit areas for evening gatherings, and a garden complete with whimsical photo props — a vintage carriage, an oversized chess board, and manicured beds of seasonal blooms that provide ready-made backdrops for portraits.
What distinguishes Countryside Chalet from other rural Kansas venues is its balance of rustic setting and modern infrastructure. The reception pavilion is fully climate-controlled with specialty lighting and built-in audio, which means you get the aesthetic of an outdoor celebration without the weather anxiety. The estate house is not some bare-bones getting-ready space with a single bathroom and bad lighting — it is a proper home with split-level design (guys downstairs, wedding party upstairs), full kitchen, comfortable living areas, and vintage furnishings that photograph beautifully. The venue provides substantial decor inventory including chairs, tables, aisle markers, altar pieces, drapery, and centerpiece options, and couples are welcome to use what is provided or bring in their own pieces. Importantly for florists, Countryside Chalet encourages outside vendors and provides a caterer kitchenette with good load-in access.
The weekend rental structure is ideal for creating a true wedding weekend rather than a single-day event. Setup begins Friday, the wedding happens Saturday, and checkout is Sunday, giving your florist time to install without rushing and your planner room to perfect every detail. For Poppy’s team, the drive from Kansas City is straightforward via I-70, and the venue’s relaxed approach to vendor access means we can stage our materials in the estate house or pavilion without working around strict time windows. The terraced ceremony site is all hardscape and established grass, so we do not contend with delicate garden beds or strict restrictions about ground installation methods.
Event Spaces & Floral Opportunities
Multi-Level Terraced Outdoor Ceremony Site (The Terrace)
Capacity: 200 seated
Setting: This is the signature feature of Countryside Chalet, and rightfully so. The ceremony site cascades down a gentle hillside in five distinct terraced levels, each one carved and leveled to create natural seating tiers that form an intimate amphitheater. Your guests do not sit in flat rows staring at the backs of heads — they are positioned at varying elevations, each row slightly higher than the one in front, which means everyone has an unobstructed view of the ceremony. The white pergola sits at the base of the hillside, framing the vows and providing a clean architectural focal point against the wooded backdrop. The entire terrace is surrounded by mature trees and overlooks the rolling property, giving you that sense of secluded privacy even with 200 people present. Benches are provided, though many couples opt to bring in white folding chairs for a more refined look.
Floral approach: The white pergola is your primary floral canvas, and it deserves a bold, lush installation. We recommend a full asymmetrical arch treatment using the pergola’s frame as the foundation — think clusters of Quicksand roses, Cafe au Lait dahlias, blush ranunculus, and trailing jasmine vine concentrated on one corner post and sweeping across the top beam, then cascading down the opposite side in a loose, organic line. This creates visual movement and feels contemporary rather than stiff. For the aisle, the terraced levels present a unique opportunity: instead of traditional aisle markers every third row, consider placing larger installations at each level transition — perhaps aged wooden boxes filled with garden roses, eucalyptus, and seasonal blooms that mark where one tier ends and the next begins. This approach celebrates the architecture of the space rather than fighting it. Keep aisle flowers low enough that guests on higher tiers can see over them. Because the ceremony site is fully exposed to the elements, choose hardy blooms for summer weddings (dahlias, zinnias, sunflowers) and protect delicate flowers like peonies or sweet peas with strategic placement under the pergola’s shade. The natural backdrop is lush enough that you do not need to fill every inch with flowers — let the landscape do some of the work.
Climate-Controlled Reception Pavilion
Capacity: 210 seated, 250 standing
Setting: The reception pavilion is a blank slate in the best possible way — a large, open room with climate control, specialty lighting that can shift colors and moods, built-in audio speakers, a custom bar, and a full caterer kitchenette tucked discreetly to one side. The interior is neutral with light walls and minimal architectural distractions, which means your design choices (floral, fabric, lighting) become the defining aesthetic. The space can be configured 360 degrees with complete flexibility — place the dance floor center stage, push tables to the perimeter for a lounge vibe, or arrange long farm tables down the length of the room for family-style dining. Large windows let in natural light during daytime events, and the built-in lighting system creates ambiance once the sun sets.
Floral approach: Because the pavilion is architecturally neutral, Countryside Chalet wedding flowers here can be as bold or as restrained as your vision allows. For couples wanting drama, this is the space to go tall — elevated centerpieces on gold or clear acrylic risers that lift blooms 24 to 30 inches above the table, creating layers of visual interest without blocking conversation. Fill these with a mix of Juliet garden roses, white lisianthus, blush spray roses, Italian ruscus, and trailing amaranthus for a romantic, garden-gathered look. Alternate tall arrangements with low, lush compote designs in aged brass or ceramic vessels filled with a tight mix of roses, ranunculus, and seasonal accents. The custom bar is prime real estate for a statement installation — consider a cascading arrangement that spills over the bar front using smilax garland, garden roses, and eucalyptus, anchored with pillar candles in varying heights. If the venue’s specialty lighting will be used, coordinate your floral colors accordingly: jewel tones look stunning under amber uplighting, while whites and greens remain crisp under cooler tones. The pavilion’s 360-degree setup capability means you may have a central focal point (sweetheart table, head table, or cake display) visible from all sides — treat it accordingly with an in-the-round floral installation that looks finished from every angle.
Covered Patio
Capacity: Varies based on configuration
Setting: Adjacent to the reception pavilion and overlooking the terraced ceremony site, the covered patio functions as the venue’s gracious outdoor room. It is large enough to hold cocktail hour for 200+ guests with high-top tables and lounge groupings, or it can serve as an outdoor dining area for smaller celebrations. The roof provides weather protection while maintaining the open-air feel, and the elevated position gives guests a bird’s-eye view of the ceremony terrace below — a perspective that is particularly lovely during golden hour when the late afternoon light filters through the trees.
Floral approach: This is your cocktail hour zone, which means florals should be present but not precious. High-top tables benefit from small, tight arrangements in bud vases or low glass cylinders — clusters of three to five stems (spray roses, lisianthus, stock) that add color and refinement without toppling in the breeze or taking up valuable drink-setting space. If the patio will be used for dinner service, bring in the same centerpiece style you are using in the pavilion but perhaps scaled down slightly to suit the more intimate outdoor setting. The covered structure’s beams and posts are excellent opportunities for hanging installations — consider suspending simple greenery garlands (smilax, Italian ruscus) with clusters of blooms woven in at intervals, or hang small floral hoops at varying heights to create a whimsical canopy effect. Because this space overlooks the ceremony site, you have the opportunity to create visual continuity: if your ceremony arch features trailing jasmine and blush roses, echo those elements in the patio arrangements so guests experience a cohesive floral journey as they move through the celebration.
Estate House (The Chalet)
Capacity: Sleeps 30, accommodates wedding party and family
Setting: The estate house is more than a getting-ready space — it is a full home with five to six bedrooms, matching bathrooms, split-level design, full kitchen, living and dining rooms, and that iconic wraparound porch. The bridal party gets the upper level with access to the bridal suite (vintage furniture, good natural light, charming decor), while the groomsmen claim the lower level for their preparations. The house is styled with antique and vintage touches that photograph beautifully, from ornate mirrors to classic furnishings, and the multiple bathrooms mean no one is waiting in line during the getting-ready chaos.
Floral approach: The estate house deserves thoughtful but not excessive floral touches. In the bridal suite, place the bouquets prominently for detail shots — set them in a vintage pitcher on the vanity or arrange them on the bed amid getting-ready accessories. A single small arrangement of garden roses and sweet peas on the dresser adds romance without cluttering the space. The wraparound porch is the real opportunity: garland the railings with smilax and eucalyptus punctuated with clusters of roses and seasonal blooms, creating an entrance that welcomes arriving guests and provides a gorgeous backdrop for porch portraits. If the rehearsal dinner or welcome gathering will happen at the estate house, consider placing low arrangements on the dining table and a larger urn arrangement on the entryway console. Keep these installations simple and garden-gathered in style to match the home’s vintage country aesthetic — this is not the place for architectural modern designs or dramatic monocromatic statements.
Garden Area
Capacity: Photo location
Setting: The garden is part photo backdrop, part whimsical installation art — manicured beds of seasonal flowers, a vintage carriage, an oversized outdoor chess set, and various other charming vignettes scattered across the property. The landscaping here is intentionally romantic, designed to give photographers multiple backdrop options without anyone needing to leave the estate.
Floral approach: The garden is already lush with established plantings, so your floral additions here should feel like thoughtful enhancements rather than wholesale redesigns. Consider placing small potted arrangements (hydrangeas, roses, lavender) on the carriage steps or tucked near the chess board to add seasonal interest. If the garden will be part of the cocktail flow, add discreet floral accents at key photo spots — a small arrangement on a vintage stool, a flower crown hanging from a tree branch, or a basket of petals for guests to toss. This is not a space that requires significant floral investment, but small gestures here make a big difference in how finished and intentional the property feels.
Wedding Flower Ideas for Countryside Chalet
Prairie Romance
This palette draws directly from the Kansas landscape — warm, earthy, and textured like the rolling hills visible from the ceremony terrace. Start with a base of dusty peach, terracotta, and soft mauve: Juliet and Patience garden roses, Cappuccino roses, peach ranunculus, and cafe au lait dahlias. Add texture with bronze fennel, seeded eucalyptus, bunny tail grass, and dried wheat stalks. Accent with touches of burnt orange (butterfly ranunculus, marigolds in season) and deep burgundy (Black Satin dahlias, chocolate cosmos) for depth. Arrange in aged terracotta pots, wooden boxes, and hammered copper vessels that echo the rustic, farmhouse vibe of the estate. This concept is perfect for the terraced ceremony site where the warm tones complement the golden-hour light filtering through the trees, and in the reception pavilion where the earthy palette grounds the neutral space. Drape the pergola with smilax mixed with wheat and fennel, cluster the terracotta vessels at each terrace level, and let the custom bar overflow with a garden-gathered installation that feels like you raided a Kansas farmstand at peak harvest.
English Garden Party
For couples drawn to classic romance and the vintage charm of the estate house, this concept leans fully into lush, overflowing English garden aesthetic. The palette is soft and plentiful: blush, ivory, soft pink, and abundant greenery. Load up on garden roses (Patience, Keira, Juliet), white peonies (when in season), blush spray roses, white lisianthus, ranunculus in shades of blush and cream, and Queen Anne’s lace for that just-picked-from-the-garden airiness. Add texture with jasmine vine, smilax, dusty miller, and eucalyptus in both silver dollar and seeded varieties. Arrange in cream ceramic compotes, vintage silver bowls, and clear glass cylinders for an elegant, refined look. This design shines in the covered patio where the soft colors remain crisp in natural light, on the reception tables where low, lush compote arrangements invite guests to lean in and admire the layers, and on the estate house porch where garlands of greenery and garden roses turn the wraparound railings into something from a Jane Austen adaptation. The white pergola gets a full treatment — completely covered on one side with roses, peonies, and trailing jasmine, creating a floral wall that feels abundant but not overdone.
Modern Meadow
This concept is for couples who want the countryside setting without the expected country aesthetic — think clean lines, interesting textures, and a palette that feels contemporary and slightly unexpected. Start with a base of white and cream (white ranunculus, white anemones, ivory spray roses, white lisianthus), then add graphic interest with dark accents: burgundy scabiosa, black baccara roses, deep purple clematis, and dark privet berries. Introduce movement with grasses (pampas plumes, bunny tail, fountain grass) and unexpected foliage (magnolia leaf, Italian ruscus, eucalyptus). Arrange in geometric vessels — matte black cylinders, concrete cubes, clear glass rectangles — and embrace asymmetry in every installation. On the ceremony pergola, create a modern asymmetrical corner cluster rather than a traditional arch, letting one side remain bare while the other overflows with blooms and grasses. In the reception pavilion, use tall clear cylinders with submerged stems and floating candles for a clean, architectural look, alternated with low concrete vessels filled with tight, textured arrangements. This palette plays beautifully with the venue’s specialty lighting — imagine uplighting in deep blue or purple washing the pavilion walls while the white and burgundy florals pop in contrast.
Seasonal Considerations
Countryside Chalet’s location in eastern Kansas means experiencing the full sweep of Midwestern seasons, each bringing distinct weather patterns and bloom availability that will shape your floral choices.
Spring (March-May): Kansas springs are legendary for their unpredictability — you might have 75-degree sunshine one day and a late frost the next, with spring storms rolling across the prairie on a moment’s notice. Early spring (March, early April) still carries frost risk, so if you are planning an outdoor ceremony, choose hardy blooms: tulips, hyacinth, daffodils, and early-blooming branches like forsythia and cherry. By late April and May, the weather stabilizes and you enter prime peony season, the most coveted window for Kansas brides. Sarah Bernhardt, Coral Charm, and Shirley Temple peonies are at their absolute peak in May, and this is when we recommend splurging on these beauties if they are part of your vision. Lilacs also bloom in May, offering that intoxicating fragrance and soft purple clusters that look magical in garden-style arrangements. Spring weather can still bring rain, so if your ceremony is on the terraced site, have a clear backup plan (the covered patio or moving entirely into the pavilion) and choose flowers that can handle moisture — avoid delicate blooms like sweet peas in exposed installations. Best months: Late April through May for stable weather and peak peony availability.
Summer (June-August): Kansas summers are hot and humid, with temperatures regularly climbing into the 90s and occasional heat waves pushing past 100 degrees. The climate-controlled pavilion is a significant advantage here, but if any part of your celebration (ceremony, cocktail hour) happens outdoors, heat tolerance must guide your floral choices. Skip delicate flowers like peonies (out of season anyway), anemones, and ranunculus in favor of hardy summer blooms: dahlias (the queens of summer weddings, available in every color and size imaginable), zinnias, sunflowers, celosia, and roses, which hold up remarkably well in heat if properly hydrated. For the ceremony pergola and any outdoor installations, we hydrate stems for 24 hours before the event and avoid foam mechanics in favor of water tubes that keep stems drinking throughout the ceremony. Summer also brings thunderstorm potential, particularly late afternoon and evening, so monitor forecasts closely and protect outdoor installations accordingly. The upside of summer is the sheer abundance of locally grown flowers — Kansas farms and markets overflow with zinnias, sunflowers, and dahlias at prices significantly lower than imported blooms. Best months: June and September bookend the season with slightly milder temperatures; July and August require heat-conscious planning.
Fall (September-November): Autumn in Kansas is arguably the most beautiful season, when the humidity breaks, temperatures settle into comfortable 60s and 70s, and the prairie grasses turn golden against crisp blue skies. Fall foliage in the oak and maple trees surrounding Countryside Chalet peaks in mid to late October, providing a natural color palette of burnt orange, deep red, and golden yellow that you can either embrace or contrast against. For fall Countryside Chalet wedding flowers, you have access to the best of summer’s late harvest (dahlias continue through first frost, typically mid to late October) plus autumn-specific blooms: chrysanthemums in burgundy and bronze, late-season roses, hypericum berries, and celosia in rich jewel tones. This is also when we incorporate seasonal texture: dried wheat, prairie grasses, magnolia leaves turning bronze, persimmon branches, and even ornamental kale for unexpected interest. Fall weather is generally stable and pleasant, making it ideal for outdoor ceremonies without the heat stress of summer or frost risk of spring. The terraced ceremony site is particularly stunning in October when the afternoon light slants golden across the hillside. Best months: September and October for ideal weather and peak autumn blooms.
Winter (December-February): Kansas winters are cold, with occasional snow and ice events, though the region does not experience the prolonged deep freezes of northern states. Most winter weddings at Countryside Chalet happen indoors in the climate-controlled pavilion, with perhaps a quick photo opportunity outside if the weather cooperates. Winter floral availability leans heavily on hothouse-grown and imported blooms: roses (available year-round but pricier in winter), amaryllis, anemones (back in season November through March), ranunculus (also back in season), and hellebores. For texture and seasonal interest, we incorporate evergreens (pine, cedar, fir, eucalyptus), winter berries (ilex, hypericum, privet), and branches (curly willow, birch, magnolia). The estate house becomes the center of activity for winter weddings, so invest floral budget in making those interior spaces feel warm and romantic: garland the fireplace mantel if available, place abundant arrangements throughout the living and dining areas, and create a dramatic entrance with evergreen garland and ribbon on the porch railings. Winter color palettes can go two directions: traditional deep reds and greens for holiday season celebrations, or sophisticated winter whites with silver and evergreen for a more modern, elegant feel. Best months: December for holiday atmosphere; avoid January and February if possible due to unpredictable weather and higher risk of ice storms affecting guest travel.
Poppy’s Expert Take
Start with the pergola and work backward. The terraced ceremony site with that white pergola is the hero of this venue, and it is where your guests will take 90% of their ceremony photos. Invest your primary floral budget here first — a dramatic, lush installation on the pergola creates the visual anchor for the entire wedding. Once that is designed, pull colors and textures from the ceremony flowers into your reception centerpieces and cocktail arrangements. This creates cohesion and makes a smaller overall floral budget feel abundant because guests see repeated design elements throughout the celebration. Do not make the mistake of spreading your budget too thin across every space — better to have one spectacular ceremony installation and simple reception arrangements than mediocre florals everywhere.
Use the terraced levels strategically. The five-level ceremony site is architecturally unique, and your floral placement should celebrate rather than ignore this feature. Instead of traditional aisle arrangements every third row (which looks odd on terraces), place larger installations at each level transition — the points where one tier ends and the next begins. These become natural focal points that guide the eye down the hillside and emphasize the amphitheater effect. Use substantial pieces here: wooden boxes or aged urns filled with abundant blooms and greenery, not wimpy shepherd’s hooks with mason jars. Each installation should be large enough to register from the top tier where late-arriving guests will sit.
Plan for the Kansas wind. Eastern Kansas is prairie country, which means wind is a near-constant factor, particularly in spring and fall. The terraced ceremony site is exposed on a hillside, and even gentle breezes can wreak havoc on lightweight arrangements or anything top-heavy. We weight every ceremony installation, use low center-of-gravity mechanics, and avoid tall, skinny designs that will topple. For the pergola, we secure garlands with zip ties or floral wire, not just draped loosely. Petals for the aisle are a bad idea here — they will blow away before the ceremony starts. If you love the look of a petal-strewn aisle, have your coordinator scatter them immediately before processional, or use flower petals frozen in ice lanterns that weigh themselves down.
The climate-controlled pavilion is your weather insurance. Kansas weather is unpredictable across all seasons, and having a fully climate-controlled indoor reception space means you can design with confidence knowing your flowers will not wilt, freeze, or blow away. This is particularly valuable for summer weddings when heat can destroy delicate blooms within an hour, and for spring/fall when temperature swings from afternoon ceremony to evening reception can be dramatic. Use this to your advantage: you can include delicate flowers (sweet peas, anemones, fritillaria) in reception arrangements that would never survive an outdoor event. Just keep ceremony flowers heat/cold/wind-tolerant and save the precious blooms for indoors.
Coordinate with the estate house for timeline efficiency. The Chalet’s overnight accommodations for your wedding party mean getting-ready photos happen on-site, and this is an opportunity for floral efficiency. Deliver bouquets, boutonnieres, and any estate house arrangements (porch garland, bridal suite accent pieces) when you arrive for ceremony installation. Your photographer can capture detail shots while you are setting up the ceremony terrace, and the wedding party can pin boutonnieres and hold bouquets for getting-ready portraits while you are still working outside. This eliminates the need for a separate pre-ceremony delivery and means you are only making one trip to Linwood.
Leverage the venue’s decor inventory to stretch your budget. Countryside Chalet provides substantial decor including centerpiece vessels, aisle markers, and altar pieces. Before purchasing or renting containers for your florals, ask to see what the venue offers. If their vases and vessels work with your aesthetic, use them and allocate saved budget toward more abundant flowers rather than fancy containers. Similarly, the venue provides chairs and tables, so you do not need to budget for furniture rental unless you want a specific style. This is a family-owned venue that genuinely wants you to use what they have rather than forcing you to rent everything — take advantage of that flexibility to maximize your floral investment.
What Poppy Couples Spend on Flowers Here
While Poppy does not yet have completed weddings at Countryside Chalet, we have received inquiries from five couples drawn to this venue, and we can provide guidance based on what similar Kansas City-area couples typically invest for estate-style wedding florals. The figures below reflect realistic budgets for the Countryside Chalet spaces and account for the venue’s distinct features: the terraced ceremony site, climate-controlled pavilion, and multiple areas that benefit from floral presence.
$3,500 - $5,500 | The Essentials
This tier covers the ceremony and reception basics with enough impact to feel intentional and beautiful. Your budget here includes a full floral installation on the white pergola (asymmetrical arch or one-sided treatment using garden roses, ranunculus, eucalyptus, and seasonal accent flowers), plus aisle markers at each of the five terrace levels using medium-sized arrangements in simple vessels. For the reception pavilion, you would have low centerpieces on every guest table — compotes or cylinder vases filled with garden roses, spray roses, lisianthus, and greenery in your chosen palette. The bridal party gets personal flowers: bride’s bouquet, four bridesmaid bouquets, six boutonnieres, and two corsages. This budget does not stretch to elaborate bar installations, porch garlands, or multiple ceremony arrangements, but it covers the critical moments well. Consider this tier if your guest count is under 100, if the venue’s existing aesthetic requires minimal enhancement, or if you are prioritizing other budget categories like photography or catering. The pergola installation alone will create a memorable ceremony moment, and simple, well-designed centerpieces keep the reception feeling polished.
$5,500 - $8,500 | The Full Picture
This is the sweet spot for most Countryside Chalet weddings, providing comprehensive floral coverage across ceremony, cocktails, and reception. Your ceremony includes a dramatic, fully asymmetric installation on the pergola with abundant blooms (garden roses, dahlias or peonies depending on season, ranunculus, textured foliage, and trailing vines), substantial installations at each terrace level (large urns or wooden boxes overflowing with flowers and greenery), and a pair of matching arrangements flanking the ceremony entrance. Cocktail hour on the covered patio gets floral attention with arrangements on eight to ten high-top tables, plus a garland installation on the porch railings or beams. The reception pavilion receives varied centerpieces — alternating tall elevated arrangements (24-inch risers with abundant flowers) and low lush compotes for visual interest across 15-20 tables. The custom bar gets a cascading installation with garland and clustered blooms. Personal flowers expand to accommodate a larger bridal party: bride’s bouquet (substantial, garden-style), six to eight bridesmaid bouquets, eight to ten boutonnieres, corsages, and a toss bouquet. This tier also includes floral accents for the estate house: a small arrangement for the bridal suite and greenery garland with floral clusters for the wraparound porch. This budget allows for premium blooms in season (peonies in May, dahlias in summer and fall) and creates a cohesive floral presence throughout your celebration without leaving any major space unaddressed.
$8,500+ | The Full Experience
For couples who want Countryside Chalet transformed into a floral wonderland, this tier delivers abundance and artistry across every space. The ceremony terrace becomes extraordinary: a full installation on the pergola (both sides if desired, or one side with dramatic cascading elements), large-scale arrangements at every terrace level plus mid-level installations between tiers, floral-lined benches or chair