--- title: PCMA names The Lawn On D “Insanely Innovative Meeting Space” in 2018 Best in Show Awards description: "This month, PCMA Convene released its annual Best in Show list, to celebrate the best event venues, ideas, and experiences from all over the world. The Boston Convention & Exhibition Center (BCEC) was" image: https://blog.signatureboston.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/PCMA_LOD_Blog-1.jpg --- [ Signature Boston ](https://signatureboston.com/) Close Navigation ![Signature Boston Blog](https://signatureboston.s3.amazonaws.com/assets/made/images/remote/http_s3.amazonaws.com/signatureboston/banners/default/blog_1400_500_c1_c_c.jpg) ![Signature Boston Blog](https://signatureboston.s3.amazonaws.com/assets/made/images/remote/http_s3.amazonaws.com/signatureboston/banners/default/blog_1400_500_c1_c_c.jpg) ![Signature Boston Blog](https://blog.signatureboston.com/hubfs/Signature%20Boston%20December2017/images/background-arc.svg) [Plan](https://signatureboston.com/plan) /[Signature Boston Blog](https://blog.signatureboston.com) ![PCMA names The Lawn On D “Insanely Innovative Meeting Space” in 2018 Best in Show Awards](https://blog.signatureboston.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/PCMA_LOD_Blog-1.jpg) # PCMA names The Lawn On D “Insanely Innovative Meeting Space” in 2018 Best in Show Awards By Bojura Angelova August 30, 2018 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ![](https://blog.signatureboston.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/PCMA_LOD_Blog-1.jpg) This month, PCMA Convene released its annual [Best in Show list](http://www.pcmaconvene.org/convene-magazine/best-show-2018/), to celebrate the best event venues, ideas, and experiences from all over the world. The Boston Convention & Exhibition Center (BCEC) was featured in the “Insanely Innovative Meeting Space” category for its non-traditional use of an undeveloped lot adjacent to the facility, converting it into what is now known as The Lawn On D. The Lawn On D is a 2.7-acre event space, designed for both public and private events and featuring a colorful collection of public seating and lounge chairs, assorted lawn games such as bocce, JENGA®, and ping-pong, free Wi-Fi, and, of course, its signature glowing swing set, Swing Time. According to Selvis Morales, an independent event planner based in Chicago, “It helps organizers use a standard convention center in an unconventional way by offering outdoor breaks with neon swings, tents, and turf to give attendees a good mental break from back-to-back indoor sessions.” The Lawn On D boasts [two pavilions](https://www.signatureboston.com/lawn-on-d/plan-your-event/site-plan-and-specifications) and an open lawn area that can accommodate a wide variety of events, including networking receptions, team building events, company outings, fitness events, performances and more: The Pavilion On D is the larger tent space, located on the main Lawn next to Swing Time and offering: - 4,839 square feet of event space - 98’5”x49’2” enclosed tent area - Reception capacity for 400 - Banquet capacity for up to 240 with picnic tables - Banquet capacity for 160 with 66” round tables - Performance platform, lighting package, and sound system - Variety of seating options, including kid-friendly furniture - Diverse [menus](https://www.signatureboston.com/lawn-on-d/plan-your-event/food-and-beverage) for all tastes and budgets - Host up to 4,000 people with Lawns A, B, and C - Swing Time, our “famous” all-ages-friendly swings, on Lawn C The Signature Pavilion is a more intimate space with a designated drop-off and entrance, which offers: - 3,225 square feet of event space - 82’x39’4” enclosed tent area - 30’x80’ private lawn - [Halo Swing](https://www.signatureboston.com/blog/exciting-new-feature-for-private-events-Lawn-On-D), a 6-person swing outfitted with solar-powered LED lights that change color when in motion - Reception capacity for 350 - Banquet capacity for up to 160 with picnic tables - Banquet capacity for 144 with 66” round tables - Performance platform, lighting package, and sound system - Separate mini-lawn for games and outdoor seating - Customized [menus](https://www.signatureboston.com/lawn-on-d/plan-your-event/food-and-beverage) available for special themed events The pavilions can be rented separately or as part of larger events taking place at the BCEC. 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