About Us
Creating spaces where memories are made
Our Story
Lumière was born from a simple belief: that the right setting transforms an event from ordinary to unforgettable. In 2010, founder Claire Beaumont walked into a vacant waterfront warehouse and saw past the dust and neglect to what it could become — Portland’s most elegant event venue.
Over the next two years, Claire and a team of architects, designers, and craftspeople transformed the space meticulously — preserving its historic bones while introducing the warmth, light, and refinement that define Lumière today.
Since opening in 2012, we’ve hosted thousands of celebrations — each one unique, each one treated with the same care and attention we’d give our own family’s event. That philosophy has earned us a reputation as the Pacific Northwest’s premier event destination.
What We Stand For
Excellence in Every Detail
We believe that extraordinary events are made of a thousand small, perfect details. From the fold of a napkin to the timing of a toast, nothing escapes our attention.
Your Vision, Our Expertise
Every event we host is a collaboration. We bring decades of experience and industry relationships; you bring your personality, preferences, and dreams.
Warmth & Hospitality
A beautiful space means nothing without genuine welcome. Our team is known for making every guest — and every host — feel truly at home.
Meet Our Team
The people behind every extraordinary event at Lumière.
Claire Beaumont
Founder & Creative Director
With over 20 years in luxury hospitality, Claire founded Lumière to create the kind of venue she always wished existed — one where every detail matters and every guest feels genuinely welcome.
Marcus Rivera
Head of Event Planning
Marcus brings a decade of high-end event production experience, having orchestrated everything from Fortune 500 galas to intimate celebrity weddings. His mantra: 'If you can dream it, we can plan it.'
Anya Patel
Venue Operations Director
Anya ensures every space at Lumière is in perfect condition and every event runs seamlessly. Her background in hotel management and passion for sustainable practices shapes how we operate.
Our Journey
From a vision to a thriving event destination — the Lumière story.
The Vision Begins
Claire Beaumont identifies the perfect waterfront property and begins transforming a historic warehouse into Portland's most elegant event space.
Grand Opening
Lumière opens its doors with the Grand Hall and Garden Terrace. The inaugural wedding season books out within three months.
Expansion
The Rooftop Pavilion and Gallery Suite are added, expanding capacity to 400 guests across four distinct venues.
Award Recognition
Named 'Best Event Venue in the Pacific Northwest' by EventPro Magazine and featured in Brides, The Knot, and Portland Monthly.
Full-Service Launch
We launch our in-house planning, photography, and catering coordination services, becoming a true end-to-end event destination.
200+ Events Annually
Lumière now hosts over 200 events each year — from weddings and galas to product launches and corporate retreats — with a team of 25 dedicated professionals.
Ready to create something
extraordinary?
Let’s talk about your event. Book a complimentary consultation or reserve your date — we’ll make it unforgettable.
No obligation. No pressure. Just the start of something amazing.