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What to Expect from a Site Visit
A site visit is one of the most important steps in planning any event or installation. It lets us get hands-on with the space, understand its challenges, and make sure every decision is based on real information rather than guesses. Here’s what you can expect when we come out to a venue. 1. A walkthrough of the site/venue We start by walking the site with you. This helps us understand access points, power locations, ceiling heights, load-in routes, storage options, and any re
Matthew Hampshire
7 days ago2 min read
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Wet Hire vs Dry Hire
What’s the difference and which one is right for your event? When planning an event, it’s easy to get caught up in equipment lists, creative ideas and logistics. One thing that often gets overlooked is the type of hire you choose. Understanding the difference between wet hire  and dry hire  helps you make the right choice for your event and ensures everything runs smoothly. At Phantom Production Design Ltd we offer both options. Here’s how each approach works. What is Dry Hir
Matthew Hampshire
7 days ago2 min read
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Pipe and Drape Hire
Pipe and drape is one of the simplest ways to transform any space. Whether you need a clean backdrop for a conference, to divide a room for an exhibition, or to create a polished finish for a stage show, our modular system gives you a tidy and professional result every time. What Pipe and Drape Is A freestanding system of uprights and crossbars that supports drapes without the need for wall fixings. It’s fully modular, quick to install, and ideal for temporary or touring use.
Matthew Hampshire
Nov 142 min read
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Training & Handover: Giving You Confidence in Your System
Phantom PD provides hands-on AV system training and detailed handover packs, giving your team the knowledge and confidence to operate equipment safely and effectively.
Matthew Hampshire
Oct 92 min read
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Event Planning & Design: Bringing Creative Vision to Life
Phantom PD offers expert event planning and design consultancy. From creative concepts to technical layouts we bring your ideas to life with precision and impact.
Matthew Hampshire
Oct 92 min read
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Technical Specification Writing: Turning Ideas into Clear, Actionable Plans
Phantom PD provides expert technical specification writing for AV projects. Clear, detailed documents that turn creative ideas into practical, buildable systems.
Matthew Hampshire
Oct 82 min read
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Venue and System Design: Creating Seamless Event Spaces
When planning a venue, performance space, or multipurpose room, the layout and system design are just as important as the architecture...
Matthew Hampshire
Oct 82 min read
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Lighting is More Than Brightness — It’s Storytelling
Lighting isn’t just about making things visible. It’s about setting a mood, guiding focus, and building an atmosphere that turns an empty...
Matthew Hampshire
Oct 81 min read
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