Weddings

March 19, 2025

Take a look at Lauren and Kurt’s images from their intimate wedding at Firehouse KC. In this blog, we will go over some of the highlights that this intimate wedding venue in Kansas City has to offer, as well as the details of this wedding.

Newlywed portrait taken at the end of an intimate wedding at Firehouse KC in front of the building.

Wedding arch decorated with spring-inspired florals in the ceremony room at Firehouse KC.

Why You Will Want to Have an Intimate Wedding at Firehouse KC

Firehouse KC is a wedding venue in Kansas City. It is considered a historical landmark, formerly being the city’s first and only fire station. Some of its notable features are high ceilings, crystal chandeliers, and a stairwell with exposed brick and portrait windows. The building’s vintage architecture makes a beautiful backdrop for a wedding.

Lauren and Kurt’s intimate wedding at Firehouse KC wowed their guests with lots of color and fun. In contrast to the venue’s modern design, vibrant decor filled each room. Lauren’s handmade decorations turned each room into a spring dream. Additionally, the florals by Bel Fiore Co. brought the rooms to life.

Garden chairs set in a semi-circle for an intimate wedding at Firehouse KC.

Bridal details arranged on a ceremony garden chair beneath a window to show light and shadows for an artistic wedding photo.

The bride's colorful, spring bouquet designed by Bel Fiore Co. displayed on the sweetheart table.

Getting Ready at Firehouse KC

Lauren prepped in the bridal suite, a room with a vintage red settee and lots of windows. While she was getting ready, we snuck in some bridal photos, too. (Rooms with unique features and natural light make great spaces for bridal photos.) Lauren applied her own makeup, although she hired Denice Martincich with Perfect Hair Perfect Day to style her hair. Her Martina Liana bridal gown from True Society featured stunning floral lace, complemented by the spring decorations. Not only was her dress perfect, but her dramatic veil took Lauren’s look to a whole new level.

In addition to the bridal suite, there is a room for the groom to get ready at Firehouse KC. This is where Kurt and his best man prepared together. Since there are multiple rooms for getting ready, there is no need to rent an off-site location – one of the perks Firehouse KC has to offer.

The bride and mother of the bride getting ready for the intimate wedding at Firehosue KC.

A black and white bridal portrait taken before the Firehouse KC intimate ceremony featuring a True Society gown.

The mother of the bride fluffs the Martiana Liana dress and veil as the bride prepares for her intimate wedding at Firehouse KC.

The groom gets ready in the groom's dressing room at Firehouse KC.

Getting ready for his ceremony at Firehouse KC, the groom buttons his jacket over his spring floral tie.

The best man straightens the groom's tie to prepare him for his intimate wedding at Firehouse KC.

The Ceremony

Lauren and Kurt said ‘I do’ in the ceremony room. As guests walked into the ceremony room, colorful signs greeted them. Spring florals adorned the aisle chairs and the ceremony arch creating a wedding fit for spring, while the hanging chandelier added a layer of elegance.

After the vows, family and friends stuck around for formal group portraits. We also set time aside for pictures of just Lauren and Kurt. The arched windows in the ceremony room gave us excellent light. They also made for a beautiful backdrop in their photos. We made sure to take some photos in the stairwell before their grand entrance, too.

The father of the bride walks his daughter down the aisle at Firehouse KC.

The bride and groom hold hands during their intimate wedding ceremony.

Lauren and Kurt's first kiss as husband and wife.

The stunning bridal bouquet by Bel Fiore Co. next to a cup of champagne to celebrate this wedding in Kansas City.

Kurt and Lauren having fun for their bridal portraits after their ceremony at Firehouse KC.

Kurt snuggles into Lauren for their wedding portraits following their intimate ceremony at Firehouse KC.

The bride and groom in an editorial style wedding picture, posed on the stairs at Firehouse KC.

Wedding Photographer tip: look for rooms with natural light when taking indoor photos. If natural light is scarce, make sure your photographer can use flash. Find more tips for choosing the perfect Kansas City wedding venue here.

A Party for this Intimate Wedding at Firehouse KC

The fun kicked off when Lauren and Kurt entered the main hall for their reception. Colorful table linens and flowers in bud vases set the tables, bringing the reception hall to life. Guests enjoyed Minsky’s pizza for dinner, and drinks were served by Love on the Rocks KC. The purple and orange cake with lambeth piping was made by McClain’s Bakery, complementing Lauren’s springtime wedding creations perfectly. Also, DJ Connection did a great job keeping the dance floor lively.

Initially, Lauren and Kurt planned to have a sparkler exit, but changed their minds in the moment. They decided to finish the night with some fun flash photos in front of the venue with Kurt’s vintage Mercedes car. It was a really fun way to end their wedding night.

Overall, Lauren and Kurt’s intimate wedding at Firehouse KC was lovely. Their wedding was filled with lots of fun and romance. The handcrafted decor and fresh floral arrangements reflected their style wonderfully. Furthermore, the unique features of Firehouse KC added a lot of charm. Lauren and Kurt’s intimate wedding is a great example of the versatility of the Firehouse KC wedding venue.

The bride and groom making their grand entrance to their wedding reception in the main hall following their intimate ceremony at Firehouse KC.

A black and white picture of the round tables set up for the intimate wedding reception at Firehouse KC.

The sweetheart table for the bride and groom displaying the bright, luxury bridal bouquet.

A detail image of the elegant champagne flutes and the colorful wedding details for this intimate wedding at Firehouse KC.

The bride and groom share their first bite of the delicious cake from McClain's Bakery in Kansas City.

The bride and groom kiss as they finish their first dance as husband and wife under a crystal chandelier at Firehouse KC.

Lauren and her friends enjoying the party to celebrate her intimate wedding at Firehouse KC.

DJ Connect kept the guests dancing for the entire reception.

A couple enjoys a slow dance during a song by DJ Connection.

The mother of the bride dances with her daughter during the intimate wedding reception at Firehouse KC.

What Lauren and Kurt say about their wedding photo gallery

“i cannot say enough wonderful things about sara. she is such an artist with her camera! when i reached out, i was obsessed with her work… and still am! she was such a great photographer for our wedding. she captured stunning, emotional, and even hysterical photos of our day. we could not have been happier. she was very organized and communicated frequently. it was so wonderful to work with her.”

“the pictures are just so amazing. my mom said she had a hard time deciding which ones to pick because they were all so good!”

“I had such a blast and loved you capturing all the crazy faces!!!”

Looking for a Photographer for Your Intimate Wedding at Firehouse KC?

I would love to photograph your intimate wedding in Kansas City! I’m Sara, a destination wedding photographer based in Kansas City who believes that love between two people is pure magic. I document weddings in a style that shows raw, intimate, emotional love. Learn more about me here. Think we’d be a good fit? Reach out here! Check out the journal for more wedding tips and inspo.

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