WHO WE ARE
House of Hndel is a Chicago-based wedding planning and event design atelier creating weddings, milestone celebrations, and cultural gatherings throughout the United States and beyond.
We believe the most memorable celebrations are shaped by more than beautiful details. They are shaped by thoughtful hospitality, meaningful experiences, and a clear understanding of the people at the center of the occasion.
Our role is to guide every stage of the process, from concept and design development to logistics, production, and event execution, ensuring each celebration feels seamless, welcoming, and deeply personal.
The result is a celebration that feels welcoming, thoughtfully considered, and memorable for everyone who experiences it.
From intimate gatherings to large-scale weddings and cultural celebrations, House of Hndel guides clients through planning, design, production, and event execution from concept to completion.
OUR PHILOSOPHY
A beautiful event should do more than impress.
It should welcome.
It should connect.
It should leave people feeling grateful they were there.
At House of Hndel, we believe good design supports those moments rather than competing with them.
Every room, table, floral arrangement, and guest experience should contribute to the overall feeling of the celebration.
We believe beautiful design and meaningful experiences should work together, creating celebrations that are as memorable as they are visually compelling.
THE HNDEL METHOD™
Every House of Hndel celebration follows a structured process that balances creativity, planning, and execution. Our approach allows clients to enjoy the experience while we guide the details from concept to completion.
Our Four-Phase Approach
THE VISION
Phase 1
The Vision
Every exceptional celebration begins with understanding your story, your perspective, and the atmosphere you wish to create.
THE AESTHETIC
Phase 2
The Aesthetic
We translate vision into form, developing a complete design narrative expressed through color, texture, and spatial composition.
THE ORCHESTRATION
Phase 3
The Orchestration
Every element is carefully coordinated so the experience unfolds naturally and with purpose.
THE EXPERIENCE
Phase 4
The Experience
On the day itself, we step quietly behind the curtain, allowing you to be fully present while every detail is thoughtfully managed.
WHAT SETS US APART
Every House of Hndel project is personally led by founder and creative director Lola Bunville, ensuring continuity from the first conversation through event day.
With a foundation in graphic design, we bring an understanding of composition, visual storytelling, atmosphere, and guest experience to every celebration.
We balance creativity with careful planning, guiding both the visual and logistical aspects of each event.
We intentionally accept a limited number of commissions each year so every client receives dedicated attention and a highly personalized experience.
FOUNDER STORY
Meet Lola
Founder | Creative Director
I’ve always been drawn to the details that shape how people experience a space.
Over the years, I have developed a deep appreciation for the traditions, cultures, and personal stories that make every celebration unique.
Long before House of Hndel, I studied graphic design and developed a fascination with composition, storytelling, and the subtle decisions that influence how something is seen and felt.
That perspective continues to guide my work today.
Whether planning a wedding, milestone celebration, or cultural gathering, I approach every event with the same belief: beautiful design should never exist for its own sake. It should create atmosphere, connection, and memory.
My role is part creative director, part strategist, and part trusted guide.
I work closely with every client to shape an experience that feels natural, welcoming, and unmistakably theirs.
What continues to inspire me most is watching people gather. The conversations before dinner begin. The laughter that carries across a room. The traditions that connect generations. Those moments remind me that celebrations are never just about design. They are about people, relationships, and memories in the making.
That belief remains at the heart of every House of Hndel event.
FOR THOSE WE SERVE
Our clients value thoughtful hospitality, meaningful traditions, beautiful surroundings, and the opportunity to be fully present with the people they love most. Whether planning a wedding, milestone celebration, or cultural gathering, they want an experience that feels authentic to them and memorable for their guests long after it has passed.
“Beautifully composed. Deeply felt. Forever.”