Lumber Exchange Center Wedding

The Lumber Exchange Center is the oldest building in downtown Minneapolis. It is right in the heart of downtown and has beautiful architectural features. If that classic downtown vibe is for you, you will want to check out this stunning Lumber Exchange Center wedding!

The Fountain Room is nine stories tall and features exposed brick walls and a huge water feature to use as your ceremony backdrop. This space is also used for the dinner and dancing portion of the wedding. The attached River Room is a cozy space for cocktail hour, and also has a getting ready space. There is a second getting ready space just a few floors below with a pool table and beautiful, bright lighting. Having a wedding in these spaces means you can invite up two 280 people for dinner! This room was where Connie and Taysir chose to have their wedding, and I’m so glad they did.

Getting Ready

Connie chose to get ready in the space just off the Fountain Room – easily accessible throughout the evening for rest breaks and touch ups. Taysir and his groomsmen had the getting ready space downstairs, and had lots of fun with the pool table! I was able to sneak down there with Connie’s dress for a few photos before the boys arrived.

first look

One of the most iconic spots at the Lumber Exchange Center is the white marble staircase on the first floor. This is where Connie & Taysir choose to do their first look! We also used this space for family photos and wedding party photos. It is a great backdrop to have on hand throughout the day. One of my favorite moments from Connie & Taysir’s first look was when Connie showed off her “something blue” tongue piercing! We also made some time to venture up to the rooftop of the parking garage. This is an area only accessible for couples on their wedding day, and it is stunning for skyline photos!

Connie & Taysir see each other for the first time on their wedding day, Connie's arms wrapped around his neck.

Connie smiles off camera as she sits on the white marble staircase in her wedding dress.

A black and white image of Connie sitting on the white marble staircase.

Connie & Taysir walk together down the white marble staircase.

Connie shows off her "something blue" tongue piercing.

Connie & Taysir stand in front of the golden revolving doors, underneath an antique chandelier.

The couple dances together on the rooftop of the venue.

A black and white image of the couple looking off into the distance on the rooftop.

Taysir watches Connie twirl in her wedding dress.

Connie & Taysir wrap their arms around each other, facing the city skyline.

An image taken over Taysir's shoulder of Connie smiling at him.

wedding party

Connie & Taysir had a super fun wedding party! They had a lot of fun ideas for their photos and kept each other laughing. We took a few group shots on the white marble staircase before heading back to the rooftop. Because how can you not use that amazing view?

Connie and her bridesmaids smile and laugh together on the rooftop.

Connie's bridesmaids show off their pink, green, and white bouquets.

Taysir and his groomsmen pose in a classic "flying V."

Taysir's groomsmen attempt to pick him up, but mostly drop him.

Taysir's groomsmen hype him up on the rooftop.

Taysir photobombs Connie and her sisters.

Connie looks over her shoulder at the camera as her bridesmaids face away.

ceremony

Everyone loves a short and sweet wedding ceremony, and that’s exactly what these two had. It was officiated by a close friend of theirs, which is a trend I really love! The ceremony was followed by cocktail hour, dress bustling, and lots of candids for me.

Connie walks through the River Room as guests are starting to arrive.

A wide angle shot of the ceremony space and all nine stories of the venue.

Taysir's parents walk down the aisle before the ceremony.

Taysir hugs Connie's mom before the wedding ceremony.

The bride's father gives her a kiss on the head as he hands her off.

Connie wipes away a tear during the ceremony.

A candid photo of the audience during the wedding ceremony.

Connie smiles at Taysir during their ceremony.

Taysir smiles at Connie during their ceremony.

Connie places a ring on Taysir's finger during their ceremony.

Connie laughs as Taysir struggles to put on her ring.

Connie & Taysir share their first kiss as a married couple.

Connie & Taysir smile at the camera after their ceremony.

A candid photo of Connie and Taysir sharing a kiss, their faces covered by Connie's bouquet.

A candid photo of Connie's aunt gasping at Connie in her dress.

Lines of draft beer stand at the ready at the bar during cocktail hour.

A little boy has a sip of soda from a friend's glass at the bar.

The bride shows off her sparkly tennis shoes under her dress.

The bride's sister bustles her dress in front of a trifold mirror.

Connie sips on a cocktail and looks at the camera as her sister bustles her dress.

A close up of Connie's tattoo through the tulle of her veil.

a moment in the city strees

It rained most of the day after our wedding party photos outdoors, but we braved a little drizzle to run around in the rain before dinner. I love the vibes of a couple running through the city streets in their full wedding attire!

The couple runs through the revolving door that leads out of the venue.

The couple kisses under the Lumber Exchange Center sign.

Connie and Taysir cross the street together, Connie smiling at Taysir.

Taysir waves at the camera as he helps Connie hold her dress as they cross the street.

Let’s Dance!

Connie let me know from the first time we met that the dance was the MOST important part of the night to her. It definitely comes through in their photos! DJ DotKham played a mix of American wedding classics and popular Arab music throughout the night to keep the whole crowd happy.