Event Hire Services
Event Hire Services is an Australian event hire company founded in 2013 that rents contemporary furniture, tableware, linen, and decor to event planners, venues, brands, and couples across New South Wales and ACT through an e-commerce storefront and direct sales.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2013
- HeadquartersBrookvale, Australia
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B and B2C
- OfferingServices
What Event Hire Services does
Event Hire Services (EHS) is an Australian event hire company founded in 2013 by Barrie, Paul, and Scott, headquartered in Frenchs Forest (Northern Beaches, Sydney), NSW. The company rents contemporary event furniture, tableware, linen, decor, and equipment to event planners, venues, brands, and couples organizing weddings and private celebrations across New South Wales and the Australian Capital Territory, including Sydney, Central Coast, Hunter Valley, Blue Mountains, Bowral, and Southern Highlands. Its catalog spans more than 100 distinct SKUs across seating (e.g., Byron Pillow Chair, Yarra Sofa, Manhattan Bench, BOHO Shanti Ottoman), tables (Tivoli Travertine, banquet and communal tables), bars, tableware, linen, decor, and equipment. EHS designs proprietary furniture lines in-house and holds an exclusive linen collaboration with Australian stylist Emma Blomfield.
The core technology is an e-commerce storefront on eventhireservices.com.au that supports self-serve browsing, wishlist, account management, and online ordering, supplemented by a direct consultative sales motion for corporate events and venues. The product itself is physical inventory rather than software; competitive differentiation is delivered through proprietary furniture designs, exclusive designer collaborations, and curated styling. The operation is asset-intensive: EHS owns its inventory, operates its own showroom and warehouse, and is co-located with Katalane Marquees to provide integrated furniture and marquee hire.
EHS generates revenue by renting individual items on a per-event basis at unit prices ranging from $1.00 (small tableware) to $495.00 (Display Cart), with most furniture items priced between $18 and $350 and a secondary revenue stream from bespoke and custom solutions (e.g., custom slip covers, Blomfield linen styling). Pricing includes GST. The model is asset-light for the customer but capital-intensive for EHS, with revenue tied to event calendar seasonality and inventory utilization. The company is privately held, founder-controlled, and has grown organically over 14 years without external funding.
Event Hire Services firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Event Hire Services
- Legal name
- Event Hire Services
- Website
- https://eventhireservices.com.au
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2013
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- Event Hire Services is an Australian event hire company founded in 2013 that rents contemporary furniture, tableware, linen, and decor to event planners, venues, brands, and couples across New South Wales and ACT through an e-commerce storefront and direct sales.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Event Hire Services industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Event Furniture & Equipment Rental
- akta.pro primary industry
- Event Furniture Rentals (Tables, Chairs, Lounge) (HSACAFAB)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Tabletop & Linens Rentals (China, Glassware, Flatware, Linen) (HSACAFAC), Corporate Event Rentals (Furniture, Staging, Tents) (HSACADAI)
Keywords
Where Event Hire Services is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Brookvale
- HQ country
- Australia
- HQ region
- Oceania
Offices1 record
Markets served
Event Hire Services business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B and B2C
- Offering type
- Services
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Event Equipment Rental: Rental of furniture, tableware, linens, decor, and event equipment on a per-event basis. Customers pay rental fees for items for their event duration.
- Custom Solutions and Bespoke Services: Custom furniture and styling solutions including bespoke linen collections from designers like Emma Blomfield.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Individual item rental with per-unit pricing |
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels2 records
Marketing channels5 records
Event Hire Services product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Event Hire Services rents furniture, tableware, linen, and decor for weddings, corporate events, parties, and conferences on a per-event basis. Customers browse and order through the company's self-serve e-commerce website, with delivery and logistics support across New South Wales and surrounding regions. The company also offers custom solutions and bespoke styling, including an exclusive linen collection designed by Australian stylist Emma Blomfield.
Product overview
Event Hire Services is an Australian event hire company founded in 2013 by Barrie, Paul, and Scott, providing furniture, tableware, linen, and decor for events across New South Wales. The company operates a single integrated hire platform offering over 100 distinct products across multiple categories: Seating (Byron Pillow Chair, Yarra Sofa, Manhattan Bench, BOHO Shanti Ottoman, Josef Chair, Chéri Metal Garden Chair, Santorini Sofa, and various ottomans and stools); Tables (Tivoli Travertine Coffee/Side Tables, Dining Tables, Bar Tables, Communal Tables, Banquet Serpentine Tables); Bars and Food Stations (Havana Bar, Display Cart); Tableware (Muse Crystal Tumbler, Schott Zwiesel Wine Glasses, Copper Cutlery, JEWEL Acrylic Cutlery, Relic Stoneware, Coupe Matte Dinnerware, Scallop Pink Collection, various plates and chargers); Linen (Premium Weave Tablecloths, Blomfield Collection by Emma Blomfield, Fringe Linen Napkins, Flowering Gum Napkins, Table Runners, Underlays); Decor (Mati Table Lamps, White Aisle Runners, Geometric Decor Frames, Standing Mirrors, Maya Scallop Cushions, various candles and vases); and Equipment (Market Umbrellas, Easels, Lecterns, Partitions, Table Risers, Acrylic Cubes, Bollard Ropes). The company also partners with Katalane Marquees for comprehensive event solutions.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- Byron Pillow Chair Contemporary dining chair with sleek matte metal frame (black, gold, or white) and plush pillow-like seat and back cushion, designed in-house by EHS. Available in Viva Hugo, Sand, Black Velvet, and White Velvet fabrics for weddings, corporate events, and private celebrations.
- Yarra Sofa Modular sofa system with soft velvet fabric in straight and outer curve configurations. Can be paired to create long seating sectionals or circular arrangements for event lounges and wedding receptions.
- Manhattan Bench Customisable bench seating with slip covers available in any colour or pattern. Measures 1830mm x 480mm; designed for weddings and event lounges.
- BOHO Shanti Ottoman Ivory white ottoman with jacquard diamond weave base, hand-braided cotton edging, and thick ivory tassels. Decorative shag detailing creates bohemian styling for weddings and events.
- Josef Chair White timber frame dining chair with handwoven natural cane back. Brings Scandinavian, coastal, and Hamptons-inspired style to weddings and events across Sydney and NSW.
- Chéri Metal Garden Chair Metal garden chair inspired by Parisian garden aesthetics with delicate heart-shaped scroll back design. Features perforated seat and elegant curves for outdoor and garden event settings.
- Yarra Bar Stool Contemporary bar stool combining soft seating with delicate white metal frame. Features ribbed back pad detail. Dimensions: 450mm (w) x 490mm (d) x 720mm (h).
- Santorini Sofa (Manhattan Collection) Contemporary indoor/outdoor sofa with white durable fabric, part of the Manhattan collection. Dimensions: 2130mm x 710mm x 900mm (h). Customisable slip covers available.
- Round Ottoman (Black & White Leatherette) Oversized round ottomans in black and white leatherette upholstery. Black version creates a statement piece; white variant offers casual seating. Dimensions: 45cm (h) x 120cm (d) for black; 50cm x 45cm high for white.
- Paulow Low Stool / Side Table Stool made with Paulownia wood for coastal look and feel; usable as either stool or side table. Dimensions: 400mm H x 320mm W x 320mm D.
- Tivoli Travertine Coffee Table Refined rectangular coffee table with sophisticated travertine finish featuring soft grey and subtle pink tones. Natural stone-inspired surface adds texture. Dimensions: 60cm wide, 90cm long.
- Dining Table Round 1.8M Standard round banquet table that seats 10 people. Measurements: 1800mm (d) x 760mm (h). Used for weddings, banquets, and corporate dinners.
- Black Frame Steel Bar Table with Acrylic Top Brushed stainless steel bar table made in Brookvale, NSW. Standard black or white acrylic top with custom colours, mirror finish, or graphic images available. Includes bar sock option for plinth look.
- Banquet Serpentine Table 1M Wide Curved banquet table for dining setups or buffet tables. Wooden table top with matching rectangular tables available. Measures 2.4M on wide end, 1M on inner curved end.
- Communal Table Australian-made communal table bringing people together. Black frame with black or white acrylic top. Custom colours, mirror finish, or graphic images available. Dimensions: 660mm x 1828mm (l) x 1066mm (h).
- Tivoli Travertine Side Table Side table with smooth travertine finish for natural, elegant touch. Hexagon shape adds modern architectural appeal. Dimensions: 480mm (H) x 400mm.
- Plinth Acrylic Perspex plinth available in clear, white, and Electric Blue options. Functions as cake table, floral stand, or decor piece. Can be illuminated. Various sizes available.
- Havana Bar Event bar with rattan front and white frame for coastal aesthetic. Dimensions: 1828mm x 660mm x 1066mm (h). Designed for weddings and outdoor events.
- Display Cart Display cart for drinks, food, or products with removable top. Beach-style cart option with umbrellas available. Branding option offered for events and activations.
- Muse Crystal Tumbler 325ml Contemporary glassware by Toyo Sasaki combining Japanese expertise with German technology. World-class crystal with physical aesthetics comparable to conventional lead crystal.
- Crystal Red Wine Glass 633ml (Schott Zwiesel) Red wine crystal glass made by Schott Zwiesel with 633ml capacity. Premium glassware for weddings and corporate dinners.
- Copper Cutlery Minimal and clean copper metallic finish cutlery sets. Available in main knife & fork, entree knife & fork, soup spoon, tea/coffee spoon, dessert spoon, and serving spoon.
- JEWEL Silver & Clear Acrylic Cutlery Luxury cutlery with brushed silver finish and clear lucite/acrylic handle. Part of premium range for weddings and events.
- Relic Stoneware Dinner Plate Stoneware plate emulating raw textures with mist beige glaze and slight pink undertone. Simple yet earthy design. 270mm diameter.
- Coupe Matte White Dinner Plate Modern coupe-style dinnerware with matte finish and raised edge. Available in dinner plate (26cm) and side plate (20cm). Made for hire.
- Scallop Pink Dinnerware Collection Porcelain scallop pink dinnerware designed by In The Roundhouse. Includes scallop bowls (18cm) and plates. Perfect for bridal showers, baby showers, and birthdays.
- Brown Rattan Charger Plate Rustic charger plate for weddings and events. Creates rustic table settings. 32cm total diameter with 22cm internal space.
- Acrylic Charger Box Clear acrylic box charger allowing personalization with flowers, pictures, menu, or messages. Dimensions: 300mm x 300mm, 20mm thick.
- Heritage Stripe Dinner Plate Clean, striped contemporary design with heritage styling. Adds sophistication to any dining experience. 270mm diameter.
- Premium Weave Tablecloth Collection Luxurious woven tablecloths with premium backing for extra weight, softness, and elegant drape. Available in round and rectangular sizes for luxury weddings and corporate events. Includes dupioni, granite, charcoal, champagne cream, and natural variants.
- Blomfield Linen Collection Exclusive table linen collection curated by Australian interior stylist Emma Blomfield. Brings effortless elegance with relaxed, layered design. Colours thoughtfully selected to complement florals, candlelight, glassware, and styling details.
- Fringe Linen Napkin Collection 100% linen napkins made with traditional production techniques and modern Scandinavian design. Features loose fringe around edges. Available in sky blue, burnt orange, and other colours. Measures 500mm x 500mm.
- Flowering Gum Napkin Natural print napkin featuring flowering gum pattern. Measures 45cm square.
- Underlays with Silicone Grip Quilted underlay for dining tables providing volume, softening hard edges, and luxurious feel. Protects from spills and hot food. Silicone grip backing.
- Gold Sequin Table Runner Gold sequin runner creating a shining centrepiece for table tops. Dimensions: 2740mm x 300mm wide.
- Mati Table Lamp Portable and modern table lamp with feather-touch controls for seamless adjustments and wireless charging lasting 12 hours. Suitable for indoor and outdoor use. Available in white and matte sage green. Dimensions: 380mm high, 110mm square base, 115mm diameter shade.
- White Aisle Runners Short pile white carpet perfect for aisle runner or grand entrance. Available in used imperfect or pristine condition. Carpets are 1.2M wide.
- Geometric Decor Frame - Square Square structural frame for decorating with greenery and florals. Creates architectural focal point. Can be suspended from ceiling or placed on ground. Dimensions: 1.2M (l) x 1.2M (h) x 610mm (d).
- Standing Mirror Black Arch Large arch mirror for showcasing seating charts, welcome signs, or selfie backgrounds. Custom skin images or wording available. Dimensions: 2000mm tall x 1000mm wide. Leans against wall.
- Maya Scallop Cushion Classic staple cushion with beautiful contrast scalloped edge finish. Perfect as scatter cushion for events. Dimensions: 50cm x 50cm.
- Double Tiered Market Umbrella Collection Double-tiered market umbrellas for elegant outdoor spaces. Features weather-resistant fabric and timeless styling. Available in Flamingo Blush and White on White Scallop Trim. Perfect for weddings, garden parties, and corporate events. Not waterproof.
- Easel Aluminum Ideal for holding small boards and displays such as paintings or posters. Adjustable height arms. Dimensions: 890mm x 900mm folded, extends to 1600mm high. Board size: 1200mm x 900mm or smaller.
- Lectern / Podium Clear Acrylic Practical, simple, and stylish clear perspex lectern for stage presentations. Dimensions: 1230mm (h) x 600mm (w).
- Partition Noosa White 3-panel timber screen painted fresh white. Great for breaking up open-plan spaces or as photo backdrop. Shutter-like coastal crafted appearance. Dimensions: 150cm (w) x 2.5cm (d).
- Acrylic Cube Clear acrylic 5-sided perspex box. Used as riser for buffet stations or filled with candy for sweet tables. Dimensions: 160mm(w) x 160mm(d) x 230mm(h).
- Table Riser Aluminum risers for raising trestle tables. Helps chefs and bartenders by raising table to 900mm height.
- Bollard Rope Velvet rope for event entrance delineation. Available in black velvet with silver clip. Length: 1500mm.
- Ice Tub Stackable black plastic bin for keeping drinks cold behind the bar. Dimensions: 650mm x 415mm. Fits perfectly inside event station bars. Not suitable for food storage.
- Drinks Tub Galvanized Round Tin Galvanized metal drinks tub with rustically stylish industrial design. Solid wood handles for easy transport with attached bottle opener. Dimensions: 500mm diameter x 240mm deep.
Companies that use Event Hire Services
Customer profileNamed customers4 records
Segments3 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
Event Hire Services technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature1 record
Event Hire Services partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.
- Katalane MarqueescoreKatalane Marquees is recommended by Event Hire Services as their preferred marquee partner. Both companies operate under the same roof, providing comprehensive event solutions including both furniture hire and marquee structures.
- Emma BlomfieldcoreEmma Blomfield, a renowned Australian interior stylist, has created a bespoke linen collection exclusively available at EHS. The collection features thoughtfully selected colors designed to complement florals, candlelight, glassware, and styling details.
Scale indicators2 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights5 records
Event Hire Services competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Harry the Hirer: Harry the Hirer is an Australian event-hire specialist supplying furniture, tableware, marquees, staging, and styling for weddings, corporate events, and major productions. Its broad event inventory and Australian operating footprint make it a close direct peer to Event Hire Services.
- Main Event Group: Main Event Group provides event equipment, furniture, props, and styling services to Australian events and celebrations. It is comparable because it sells and coordinates short-term event assets for many of the same weddings, corporate functions, and social occasions.
- Functions Group: Functions Group operates in Australian event hire, planning, and styling, with furniture and decorative assets supplied for private and corporate occasions. Its integrated service and rental proposition are comparable to Event Hire Services' direct-sales and bespoke-solution offering.
- Special Events: Special Events is an Australian event-hire and styling business serving weddings, private functions, and corporate events. Its furniture, tabletop, décor, and event-package offering closely overlaps Event Hire Services' core short-term rental model.
Broad incumbents
- GL Events: GL Events is a global provider of event infrastructure, temporary structures, furniture, exhibition services, and on-site logistics. It is a broad incumbent rather than a focused furniture renter, but serves the same event-planning customer base and operates at substantially greater scale.
- CORT Events: CORT Events is part of the broader CORT furniture-rental platform and supplies furniture, tables, seating, and event furnishings to planners and organizations. Its scale and channel breadth are larger, but its event-rental customers and temporary-furnishing model overlap directly.
Regional players
- Venue Style: Venue Style is a UK specialist in event furniture, venue dressing, and temporary installations. It is comparable through its short-term furniture-rental model, customized event packages, and focus on planners, venues, weddings, and corporate events.
- AFR Furniture Rental: AFR Furniture Rental is a North American specialist in upscale event furniture, including tables, chairs, lounges, bars, and décor. It is a direct functional peer because it rents differentiated furniture packages to corporate and social-event customers.
- Luxe Event Rentals: Luxe Event Rentals supplies premium tables, chairs, linens, tabletop products, and décor for weddings and corporate events. Its style-led, short-term rental model and emphasis on differentiated collections closely match Event Hire Services' positioning.
- Easy Event Hire: Easy Event Hire is a UK event-equipment rental company offering furniture, tableware, marquees, lighting, and accessories. Although it serves a different geography, its broad per-event rental catalog and customer use cases are highly comparable.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
Event Hire Services social profiles
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Event Hire Services leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles3 records
Event Hire Services funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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Event Hire Services M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A
Investments
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Frequently asked questions about Event Hire Services
What does Event Hire Services do?
Event Hire Services rents furniture, tableware, linen, and decor for weddings, corporate events, parties, and conferences on a per-event basis. Customers browse and order through the company's self-serve e-commerce website, with delivery and logistics support across New South Wales and surrounding regions. The company also offers custom solutions and bespoke styling, including an exclusive linen collection designed by Australian stylist Emma Blomfield.
Is Event Hire Services a public or private company?
Event Hire Services is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.
When was Event Hire Services founded?
Event Hire Services was founded in 2013. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is Event Hire Services based?
Event Hire Services is headquartered in Brookvale, Australia, in the Oceania region.
How does Event Hire Services make money?
Two revenue lines are on record. Event Equipment Rental is the primary driver. The others are custom Solutions and Bespoke Services.
Who are Event Hire Services's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Harry the Hirer, Main Event Group, Functions Group and Special Events. Broad incumbents are GL Events and CORT Events. Regional players are Venue Style, AFR Furniture Rental, Luxe Event Rentals and Easy Event Hire.
Does Event Hire Services have an API?
No public API is recorded for Event Hire Services.
What industry is Event Hire Services in?
Event Hire Services's product category is Event Furniture & Equipment Rental. Its primary akta.pro industry code is HSACAFAB, Event Furniture Rentals (Tables, Chairs, Lounge), with a secondary code of HSACAFAC, Tabletop & Linens Rentals (China, Glassware, Flatware, Linen).