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Samantha Leenheer | House of Joy | Design & Planning

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Planning intentional events. Passionate about experiences. Named "One to Watch" by the Knot. As seen on Brides and Martha Stewart.

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A before, an after, and everything in between.
What started as a gymnasium became a layered, candlelit wedding reception through thoughtful planning, custom draping, intentional layouts, and a deep belief in the power of transformation.

These are the kinds of spaces that excite us most, the ones that ask us to look past what’s obvious and imagine what’s possible.

Swipe to see how it all came together👀

Event Planner & Designer | @houseofjoy.co
Venue | Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church
Photography | @haleyrynnringophoto
Floral Designer | @studioterrain
Rentals | @smthingvintage
Rentals | @alloccasionseventrental
Flatware | @tablemadeco
Linens | @nuagedesignsinc
Linens/Chargers | @bbjlatavola
Draping | @fitztheoccasion
Lighting | @allonproductions
Specialty Rental | @ambience320 by @houseofjoy.co

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8 months ago

Who needs glamping when you have a camp-themed wedding this epic?! ✨ Kate and Victoria brought their 'family camp' ⛺vision to life, complete with a Y-shaped aisle, custom 'survival kits' (hello, marshmallows! ), and the most beautiful outdoor celebration in West Virginia. Their journey to 'I do' was long, but absolutely worth the wait!
Swipe to see all the delightful details. 🏕️ 👉

Event Planning & Design | #houseofjoyco
Photographer | @‌l_slierodriguez
Floral Designer | @‌lemonwoodfloral
DJ | @‌_daynasol_
Rentals/Lighting/Draping | @‌alloccasionspartyrental
Venue & Catering | @‌oglebay.weddings
Linens | @‌bbjlatavola
Furniture | @‌lostandfoundrentals
Stationery | @‌isidore_augustine
Cocktail Music | @‌innocentistrings
Hair & Makeup | Pretty Hair Salon
Victoria's Dress Boutique | @‌reneegrace_bridal
Dress Boutique | @‌blushbridalohio
Engagement Rings | @‌gemsnyjewelry

#OutdoorWedding #BridesSquad #DreamComeTrue #campvibes #campwedding #westvirginiawedding #lovestory #asseenin taken in West Virginia by @houseofjoy.co

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a year ago

Celebrating Sam and Jake's edgy black and white wedding at their home. From the round ceremony to the black vs white designed table this is a wedding to see!

https://caratsandcake.com/wedding/samantha-and-jake

Event Planning & Design| #houseofjoyco
Clients | @‌sgrosslight1 @runawayjambo
Venue | Private Residence
Photographer | @‌chelseyjbarhorst
Videographer | @‌storyboxcinema
Catering | @‌eatwellcincinnati
Cake | @‌iconcakecincinnati
Floral Designer | @‌floralvdesigns
Rentals | @‌alloccasionseventrental, @ambience320 , @‌lostandfoundrentals, @‌smthingvintage
Linens | @bbjlatavola
Lighting | @‌allonproductions
Draping | @‌fitztheoccasion
Stationery | @poeme
Entertainment | @‌georgebarriemusic
Transportation | Jimmy’s Limousine
Hair & Makeup | @‌bridefaceotr
Dress Designer | Custom Simin Couture
Shoes | Badgley Mischka
Engagement Ring | Kirk and Company Jewelers
Bridesmaids/Groomswomen Dresses | Marcella NYC and Scottish Kilt Shop
Groomsmen/Bridesmen Attire | Generation Tux by @houseofjoy.co

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a year ago

A quick change to celebrate @curate_entertainment in Miami at @thebathclub_

Thanks to
@chrisweinbergevents
@odacreative
@megannollphotography @kylajeanette
@villavisuals by @houseofjoy.co

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9 days ago

You should’ve been there…

The tent was draped in green, the chandelier dripping in calla lilies, and the dance floor never stood a chance.

Lindsey & Michael brought the energy with five fashion looks, a live saxophonist, and an after party in custom beaded Oscar de la Renta. Westmoreland Country Club has never seen a night like this.
 Planner @houseofjoy.co Venue @westmorelandcountryclub Photo @berlez Video @aspenavenuestudios Florals @flowersbystem Saxophonist Adam Rogers Entertainment @charizma_entertainment Chairs & Umbrellas @tablescapeseventrentals Tables @hallsrental Chargers @bbjlatavola Linens @nuagedesignsinc Draping @rmarkable_events Beauty Lora and Dina Stationery @92sutton Cake @deerfieldsbakery Dress Boutique @bellebridalatlier Dress Designer @daniellefrankelbride Rehearsal Dinner Dress @riverandrose_design After Party Dress @oscardelarenta Groom Tux @theblacktux Couple @lindseykarsh @donck2

#ChicagoWeddingVideographer #WestmorelandCountryClub #WeddingReel #WeddingAfterParty #AspenAvenueStudios taken in Westmoreland Country Club by @houseofjoy.co

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11 days ago

Pure art🤌🏻✨

Throwback to the dreamiest day of capturing content in Cincy this summer!

Event Planner & Designer | @houseofjoy.co
Venue | @musichallcincy
Photography | @jennadoorephoto
Content Creator | @sproutscontent
Floral Designer | @witherandbloomdesigns
Chairs | @prrentals.co
Rentals | @alloccasionseventrental
Flatware | @tablemadeco
Linens | @bbjlatavola
Draping | @fitztheoccasion
Specialty Rentals | @oakleyandhydedesigns
Stationery | @ivoryhousecreative

#weddingcontentcreation #cincinattimusichall #weddingcontent #sproutscontent taken in Cincinnati Music Hall by @houseofjoy.co

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11 days ago

One month ago and still dreaming about this perfect day 🤍 taken in The Lytle Park Hotel, Autograph Collection by @houseofjoy.co

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13 days ago

They committed to two colors and nothing gets to be an accident. The typography, the shape of each card, the family crest tucked inside the liner, all interwoven to tell the story of two families. Get it right, and you end up with something people don’t throw away.

Samantha and Jake got it very right!

What’s the one detail from your invitation suite you still think about?👇🏻

Event Planning & Design| @houseofjoy.co
Clients | @sgrosslight1 @runawayjambo
Photographer | @chelseyjbarhorst
Stationery | @poeme by @houseofjoy.co

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17 days ago

the perfect place to be @hotelesencia

@lucygallagherevents
@lzeventco
@houseofjoy.co
@armour_events
@murphyweddings

content: @xflowmediax
Photography: @aliciarinka by @houseofjoy.co

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21 days ago

When life unexpectedly brought me to Detroit for the entire day, I made the most of it with a little help from some friends!

Studio time at @mammothparty
Lunch with @tenthirtyfilms
Visit to @shinolahotel @booktowerdetroit @departmentevents @michigancentraldetroit

The city really is truly incredible and I am already plotting my return! by @houseofjoy.co

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24 days ago

Know this before hiring anyone for your event!

- Trust and share.
The more your team actually knows about you, the better the result. Holding back doesn’t protect the vision, it limits it.
- Pinterest can kill creativity.
Inspiration is useful. A hundred saved pins of someone else’s wedding is not. Leave room for your team to design something that’s actually yours.
- Consolidate your questions.
Instead of five emails as thoughts come to you, keep a running list and send it once a week. Your vendors will love you for it, and you’ll get faster, more thoughtful answers back.
- Hire for portfolio, not price.
When you hire a creative, you’re hiring their taste and their judgment. Trust the work you already loved enough to reach out about, and you won’t feel the need to micromanage it.

The best events come from people who trust each other. Start here! taken in Mackinac Island, Michigan by @houseofjoy.co

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a month ago

Finally get to relive the BEST weekend of our lives!! Thank you to the best people that made it all possible 🥹💚✨ by @houseofjoy.co

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