Designed Ice

Designed Ice, LLC is an ice-sculpting business founded in 2017 by Duane and Melissa Schmelhaus. The company creates handcrafted, customized ice art for weddings, corporate functions, celebrations, holidays, and other events. Its offerings include wedding ice bars and displays, corporate installations, large centerpiece sculptures, food displays that help chefs present their dishes, and ice luges designed to keep beverages chilled.

Clients can work with the team to tailor designs to an event or brand, with pricing quoted according to the project’s size, complexity, and requirements. Designed Ice also provides delivery and setup, coordinating with venues to support a smooth presentation. Founder Duane is a Master Pastry Chef and award-winning ice carver who graduated from the Culinary Institute of America and has trained with champion and professional carvers.

He has competed in World Ice Art Championships at Ice Alaska, among other events. Melissa manages the business and works with customers on orders