The staircase was a real focal point, as it was used in place of a traditional ceremony. Instead, the couple had a series of surprise reveals – first to each other (which is just the most gorgeous and emotional moment, I’d love to see more ‘first looks’ like this at weddings in the UK), then with close family and friends, and finally with all the guests.

So, the staircase florals had a big job to do! Using a palette of white, soft green and pale rust, I created an elaborate staircase runner that overtook the high windowsills, and wound its way down between the bannisters. We wanted to balance contemporary style with a magical timelessness, and the result was both sophisticated and wild.

My team and I were on site every day refreshing the staircase flowers and making other, new installations throughout the venue, to keep the element of surprise for guests as much as possible. Think elaborate sweetheart tables, wild aisles leading up the paths outside, chill out zones, sculptural urns and abundant mantelpiece arrangements. On the final day, we bunched up so many large bunches of flowers! All the guests and venue staff were gifted bouquets, we donated some to the nuns on site and also donated to a local hospice.