Nestled along Tybee Island’s quiet shoreline, Chapel by the Sea has long been a favorite destination for couples who love romance, simple beauty, and a touch of ocean air. Once known as the Tybee Island Wedding Chapel, this beloved venue has entered a new era—refreshed, reimagined, and ready to welcome the next generation of love stories.

In mid-2025, the Chapel came under new ownership, launching a bright new vision that blends its coastal roots with modern elegance. The grand reopening on July 12, 2025, revealed an inspiring transformation—featuring updated interiors, a new logo, and thoughtful upgrades that reflect today’s refined wedding trends. It was a delight to create images for two styled editorials in this space that can be seen in the video below. Check back soon for images from the second editorial.

A Fresh Vision for a Beloved Tybee Island Wedding Venue

The new owners bring a fresh energy to this historic chapel while keeping the charm everyone has always loved. During the reopening event, guests toured the redesigned spaces and discovered new features that had Savannah’s wedding community buzzing.

What’s New at Chapel by the Sea Tybee Island Weddings

• Renovated interiors and new branding. The chapel’s updated design beautifully complements its signature vaulted ceilings, arched windows, and soft coastal light.
• More flexibility for couples. Brides and grooms can bring their favorite vendors while still enjoying in-house bar, AV, and staffing services.
• Smooth indoor-outdoor flow. From the Grand Ballroom to the Tidewater Garden and Sea Breeze Terrace, every space now connects naturally between coastal sophistication and breezy island charm.
• A focus on community. The Chapel’s new direction celebrates collaboration with local vendors and Savannah creatives, helping strengthen ties within the local wedding industry.
  

Even with these exciting changes, the heart of Chapel by the Sea remains the same. The soft light, romantic architecture, and coastal serenity still create the perfect setting for unforgettable vows.

The Rise of Black, White & Green

This relaunch couldn’t have come at a better time. Across the wedding world, couples are embracing a stunning new palette of black, white, and green—a combination that balances timeless style with natural beauty. For Chapel by the Sea this look perfectly complements the venue’s neutral interiors and vaulted ceilings

Why This Black, White & Green Wedding Palette Works

• Classic yet modern. Black and white bring a crisp, sophisticated contrast, while green adds a soft, organic touch.
• Sustainable and stylish. Using fresh greenery—like palms, ivy, or olive branches—creates an eco-friendly look without overwhelming the space with heavy florals.
• Photographer’s dream. The play of dark and light adds depth and texture, making every image come alive against the chapel’s natural glow.
• Incredibly versatile. This color story works for both grand ballroom receptions and intimate garden ceremonies, adapting effortlessly to every style.
  

Design Inspiration: How to Bring This Look to Life

At Chapel by the Sea , the architecture itself is the perfect backdrop. With tall white walls, black accents, and surrounding gardens, the venue was made for this refined palette.

1. Let foliage be your floral.
Embrace nature with abundant greenery—ferns, eucalyptus, olive branches—and accent them with white blooms like orchids or ranunculus.

2. Introduce black with intention.
Incorporate it through chairs, linens, candleholders, or signage for elegant contrast. Keep the balance airy with white drapery and natural materials.

3. Use texture to create warmth.
Mix matte greens, woven placemats, and layered linens for depth. Think of coastal refinement rather than stark minimalism.

4. Blend indoor and outdoor energy.
Tie spaces together with potted plants or greenery walls from the Tidewater Garden to the Grand Ballroom, creating an immersive flow.

5. Illuminate with intention.
Warm white lighting and candlelight transform high contrast into romance as the evening unfolds.

6. Play with statement architecture.
Frame a ceremony under a black arch draped in greens or use the chapel’s arched windows as natural focal points.

For Couples, Creatives, and Community on Tybee Island

Whether you’re a couple dreaming of your wedding day or a Savannah creative eager to collaborate, this moment marks an invitation: to reimagine, reconnect, and celebrate love’s next generation at Tybee’s most cherished chapel. For more wedding inspiration like this, head here. If you loved this style at your wedding, read this other blog.