Olivia & Max’s Wedding Day at The Pump House

We first met Olivia and Max during their engagement session at Blondie in Manayunk, and it didn’t take long to see how easygoing and fun they were. The two had actually known each other for 20 years before they started dating, growing up as neighbors and eventually finding their way from friendship to a relationship. It was so special to celebrate their love at The Pump House, where their personal style came through in a moody, edgy celebration filled with rich colors, warm florals, and plenty of character.

A Wedding at The Pump House

Located along the Schuylkill River in Bala Cynwyd, The Pump House is a unique wedding venue on Philadelphia’s Main Line. The 12,000-square-foot space blends industrial architecture with its riverside surroundings, offering several distinct areas for couples to use throughout their wedding day.

The venue includes the Main Hall & Garden, riverfront bar, covered outdoor Train Shed, and underground Speakeasy. Each area has its own atmosphere, giving couples plenty of ways to move through their celebration while staying within the same venue.

Olivia & Max’s Wedding Details

Olivia and Max chose a rich color palette of chocolate brown and navy, with warm orange florals bringing color throughout the day. A close family friend created all of the arrangements, making the florals an especially meaningful part of the celebration.

The couple also incorporated special details into their wedding-day looks. Olivia wore earrings that had belonged to her mother and that her mother had worn on her own wedding day, along with shoes gifted by her aunt. Max also wore special cufflinks.

First Looks & Wedding Portraits

Before the ceremony, Olivia shared a first look with her dad. She then shared a first look with Max before the two took portraits around The Pump House and its surrounding areas.

The industrial architecture, river views, and covered outdoor spaces offered plenty of variety for their portraits, all within the venue’s distinctive setting.

A Wedding Ceremony by the River

Olivia and Max exchanged vows outdoors beneath the covered Train Shed overlooking the Schuylkill River. The open-air setting brought the river into view while the covered structure provided shelter for guests.

Warm orange florals and their rich color palette added contrast against the greenery and industrial elements surrounding the ceremony.

Celebrating at The Pump House

Following the ceremony, cocktail hour took place at the bar, which remained open throughout the evening. The reception followed in the Main Hall & Garden, where Olivia and Max celebrated with around 165 family members and friends.

The spacious setting brought everyone together for dinner, dancing, and the rest of the evening.