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Life is more inspired by the water.
Whether it’s the vast expanse of the ocean, a rushing river or a serene lake, views of water provide an elegant backdrop and beautiful scenery for a convention center. These facilities often employ gorgeous architecture that capitalizes on the beauty of the waterfront, including attractive outdoor venues. Attendees will find themselves drawn to terraces and standing by windows to catch stunning views.

Here are several waterfront convention centers for aesthetic and inspirational meetings.

Lake Terrace Convention Center
Hattiesburg, Mississippi
Opened in 1998, the Lake Terrace Convention Center is the anchor facility of the Hattiesburg Convention Commission. Located by a two-acre lake, the 68,550-square-foot convention center’s contemporary design and range of in-house services have made it a standout event venue in Mississippi.

“We do a good job of being a one-stop shop,” said Elliot Zalaznik, director of event production, sales and services at the Hattiesburg Convention Commission. “We have a full A/V department, a full food and beverage department, housekeeping, set-up and event coordinating. It’s very uncommon for us to have to bring in third-party vendors, although we do have those relationships if we need to.”

The convention center’s exhibit hall totals nearly 15,000 square feet and has a banquet capacity of 1,000, though it can be broken down into three smaller spaces. The second-largest meeting space is the Lakeview room, a 3,400-square-foot room overlooking the lake and wild preserve that can be divided into two. It has glass doors that open onto the terrace. Additional smaller meeting rooms outside the exhibit hall are ideal for breakout sessions or classrooms; there’s also plenty of pre-function and lobby space. A large executive conference room is a sophisticated choice for board meetings or presentations. The convention center’s outdoor spaces include the two-level terrace and a patio overlooking the lake.

laketerrace.com