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We provide the canvas; you provide the inspiration. Our 2,000-square-foot venue was intentionally designed to be a versatile stage for our signature full-service decorating. We oversee every visual element to ensure your event feels as exclusive as it looks. Whether it's a seated dinner for 100 or a social mixer for 150, excellence is always in the details.

Cleo Phillips

Cleo Phillips is the visionary owner of Canvas BK, a beautiful event space located in the heart of Brooklyn. With over 30 years of experience in the event planning industry, Cleo has built a reputation for excellence, creativity, and professionalism. Throughout her career, she has worked with elite clientele as well as numerous community-based organizations, bringing the same level of dedication and care to every event she helps create.

Born in Jamaica and raised in  Brooklyn, Cleo has always had a deep connection to the borough and the vibrant community that shaped her. When the opportunity came to open her first event space, she knew there was no better place than Brooklyn. Canvas BK reflects her passion for bringing people together and creating memorable experiences.

Cleo is deeply committed to her craft and to the clients she serves. Her attention to detail, warm approach, and years of expertise ensure that every event hosted at Canvas BK is both seamless and unforgettable. Through her work, she continues to create a welcoming space where celebrations, milestones, and meaningful moments come to life.

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While these samples reflect our signature commitment to the “little details,” they are merely the beginning. Your vision is the heartbeat of our next design.

“We didn’t just rent a venue; we  leveled up an experience.  Canvas BK took our vague ideas and created an atmosphere that left our guests breathless. Every ‘little detail’ was accounted for, allowing us to simply be present in the moment.” — Elena R.

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