Wedding Venue Showdown - Artwork Network vs. History Colorado Center

Ok, so it seems we've narrowed our venue choices down to 2. So I'm going to run through these two and compare. The two are very close in most of their stats but there are a few things that stand out for each one. The final decision looms near!

Number One: the History Colorado Center. It's still under construction, btw.  The Pros: 1). Slightly cheaper (~$350), 2). enough seating for all guests, 3). great view, 4). outdoor terrace. The Cons: 1). A little too fancy and traditional, 2). Only have choice of 1 caterer 3). Liquor will be more expensive 4). Large room not as appealing.

On the building tour for the History Colorado Center - aren't we a a cute couple?

Number Two: Artwork Network.  The Pros: 1). More urban feel, edgier 2). can have some photos done by the cool looking graffiti 3). Great alleyway pics too 4). More our style, off the beaten path 5). Art registry 6). more "hip". 7). We can buy our own liquor. The Cons:  1). A little small, not everyone will be seated 2). Street parking only 3). Have to pay for DJ. 4). Have to rent all tables and chairs 5). slightly more expensive (not including food)

Comparisons:

Venue	History Colorado Center	Artwork Network
Price:	$2500	The view outside Artwork Network. $2500
Food: (general idea)	Continental Divine Caterer	5 Catering Choices: Three Tomatoes, The Food Guy, Tony Rosacci's, Epicurean, Gourmet Fine
Hours:	3:30-5:00 prep, 5:00-11:00 ceremony + recep, 11:00-12:00am cleanup	4:00pm-6:00pm setup, 6:00pm-12:00am ceremony + recep, 12:00am-1:00am clean
Security:	1 guard for 200, $15/hr for over 200. = $90 for 6 hrs	$0, AN staff member in attendance
Experience:	Lots of weddings, but brand-new venue	~70 weddings
Capacity:	Mountain View  Room - Dining area (with nook in back that'll be a counter). Seating for 250	The facade of Artwork Network. Seating for <=100, standing for 200+
Perks:	View from the HCC Terrace - a neat Denver Skyline Free 1 yr museum membership for 2 ppl, Free terrace - great view	Art registry
Music:	Free, hookup for iPod	Ken, DJ, $250
Bridal Suite:	Yes	Yes
Groom's Rm:	1st floor classroom	No, bathroom.
Settings Included:	Tables, chairs	Nothing
Setting Rentals:	Linens, dishes, silverware	Tables, chairs, linens, dishes, silverware
Bar:	Liquor license so caterer buys = $$$$	Buy own liquor, caterer serves = $$
Extras:	$75 childcare room (optional)	Back Gallery - called SYNC Gallery. Exposed brick FTW! $250 back gallery (necessary)
Décor:	More formal, classy	Urban, more informal, professional
Dance Floor:	The Mountain View room at the HCC - The far back area would be the ceremony/dancing area Yes - included	The main gallery facing the street. Yes - included
Guest Interaction:	HCC 4th Floor Terrace Limited as there would be tables for everyone	Another view of the main gallery Since there will be less tables, there will be more mingling.
Decorations:	Provide own	Art on walls, provide other,
Insurance:	?	Yes  $150 extra
Photos?:	On Terrace, in Atrium	On street, in alley by graffiti, in back gallery
Payment Policy:	25% down, $200 dmg deposit, rest 45 days before	$500 up front, rest 1 month before
Style:	Traditional, formal, classy, expected	Less traditional, hip, urban, more lyndsie+math
Total Price (w/o food):	(prices in bold) $2865	$3150