n this clip from Decorating Pages, I’m talking about why Barry Lyndon belongs on my list of 15 Films Every Film Student Should See. Stanley Kubrick’s 1975 period film is one of the great examples of restraint in production design and set decoration. Yes, the rooms are luxurious. Yes, the chandeliers, candlelight, and historical detail are beautiful. But the real lesson is knowing when to pull back. For decorators, especially in period work, you do not need to throw everything from the antique warehouse into one room. The power comes from fewer, better, exact pieces — the ones that create realism without turning the frame into a furniture showroom with wigs. This is a masterclass in period set decoration, production design, and visual restraint. Watch the full Decorating Pages episode: 15 Films Every Film Student Should See. @WarnerBrosEntertainment @TCM @criterioncollection #BarryLyndon #StanleyKubrick #ProductionDesign #SetDecoration #FilmStudents #FilmSchool #PeriodDesign #SetDecorator #DecoratingPages #ClassicFilm

In this clip from my Decorating Pages episode 15 Films Every Film Student Should See, I’m looking at the 1955 Fred Astaire and Leslie Caron film Daddy Long Legs and why its fantasy dance sequences are such a strong lesson in production design. The sets are controlled, graphic, playful, and completely aware of the frame. The color blocking — those oranges, pinks, blues, and greens — lets the dancers stay the focus while still creating a visual world that feels bold and cinematic. This is performance design at its best: big color fields, minimal scenic elements, and just enough set dressing to suggest a world without pinning it down literally. Watch the full episode of Decorating Pages for all 15 films every film student, production design student, and new set decorator should study. @TCM @20thCenturyStudios #DaddyLongLegs #FredAstaire #LeslieCaron #ProductionDesign #SetDecoration #FilmStudent #FilmSchool #ClassicHollywood #TCM #DecoratingPages

In this segment from 15 Films Every Production Design Student Should Watch, I’m talking about The Wiz and why its production design is so unforgettable. The Wiz doesn’t clean up the fantasy. It lets the world feel strange, gritty, scary, and alive. From the terrifying subway sequence to the Wicked Witch on a trash heap, the film builds a version of Oz that feels completely its own. But the detail I love most? The sunflowers. They’re wild, bright, organic, and almost impossible in that space — and that’s what makes them so powerful. They feel like a small miracle growing out of the grit, giving Dorothy a little hope right when she meets the Scarecrow. Listen to the full Decorating Pages episode: 15 Films Every Production Design Student Should Watch for more production design, set decoration, and film study moments every design student should know. #TheWiz #ProductionDesign #SetDecoration #FilmStudy #MovieSets #DecoratingPagesPodcast #FilmDesign #ProductionDesignStudent #SetDecorator #TheWizMovie

In survival spaces, hardship still needs character. They aren't just dirt piles; they reveal what people valued and how they clung to their identity. Explore the truth of set dressing. #SetDesign #FilmMaking #Storytelling #History #Survival

Production Designer Loren Weeks and Set Decorator Michael Nallan of “The Beast in Me”. Creating a room where every element has purpose. Strategic placement maximizes natural light and creates captivating sightlines into adjoining spaces. See how layout impacts ambiance. @lweeksdesign @nallan_drome @netflixanz @netflix @clairedanes #TheBeastInMe #ClaireDanes #MatthewRhys #ProductionDesign #SetDecoration

A European wallpaper company's sample, initially a fluke, transformed into a stunning mural. It was a leap of faith that paid off beautifully. #WallpaperDesign #InteriorDesign #HomeDecor #ArtisticWalls #Mural

Production Designer Loren Weeks and Set Decorator Michael Nallan of “The Beast in Me”. Every tile, color, and pattern meticulously handmade to match the homeowner's actual foyer. From the flooring to the doorways, the set design is an exact replica.@lweeksdesign @nallan_drome @netflixanz @netflix @clairedanes #TheBeastInMe #ClaireDanes #MatthewRhys #ProductionDesign #SetDecoration

In this episode of Decorating Pages, Emmy-winning Set Decorator Kim Wannop talks with Production Designer Loren Weeks and Set Decorator Michael Nallan about the Netflix psychological thriller The Beast in Me, starring Claire Danes and Matthew Rhys. This conversation dives into the layered production design and set decoration behind Aggie’s house, Niall’s modern mansion, the use of wallpaper, the unfinished renovation details, the gallery sequence, Shelley’s artwork, the child’s bedroom, and the safari birthday party that somehow manages to be fabulous, eerie, and logistically terrifying all at once. Loren and Michael break down how the design of The Beast in Me supports grief, isolation, wealth, suspicion, and character psychology. From Aggie’s warm, cluttered, emotionally frozen home to Niall’s controlled and colder world, the sets tell the story before the dialogue does. Watch for a craft-forward conversation about: Aggie’s house as a character The psychological use of color and wallpaper Designing a home stopped in time by grief Gallery artwork, clearances, and murder-scene logistics Building contrast between Claire Danes and Matthew Rhys’ worlds Set decoration details that reveal backstory without exposition Featuring: Production Designer Loren Weeks Set Decorator Michael Nallan Host Kim Wannop Subscribe to Decorating Pages Podcast for more interviews with production designers, set decorators, art directors, and below-the-line creatives behind your favorite films and television shows. SUBSCRIBE: to the Decorating Pages podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/decorating-pages/id1387136186 SHOP THE SETS ON MY ONLINE AMAZON STORE! https://www.amazon.com/shop/influencer-ecaef66e 🎬 Hello and welcome to Decorating Pages! I’m Kim Wannop, your host, diving deep into the world of film and TV set design. Each episode of the Decorating Pages podcast brings you exclusive interviews with Hollywood's top Set Decorators, Production Designers, Directors, and Actors who craft the stunning visuals that bring stories to life. Discover the behind-the-scenes magic that takes designs from script to screen. Don't miss out—subscribe now and join our community of design enthusiasts! Well Hello There!! Website: https://www.decoratingpagespodcast.com Blog: https://www.decoratingpagespodcast.com/blog Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/618875801838692/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/decoratingpages/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/decoratingpagespodcast/ SHOP! https://www.amazon.com/shop/influencer-ecaef66e

Production Designer Loren Weeks and Set Decorator Michael Nallan join Decorating Pages to discuss the production design and set decoration of Netflix’s psychological thriller The Beast in Me, starring Claire Danes and Matthew Rhys. Host Kim Wannop talks with Loren and Michael about how Aggie’s house became a character in the series, from the rich wallpaper and cluttered writing room to the unfinished renovation details that quietly reveal a life interrupted by grief. They also discuss the contrast between Aggie’s warm, layered fixer-upper and Niall’s sleek, controlled mansion, plus the gallery artwork, murder-scene logistics, child’s bedroom, and the unforgettable safari birthday party. This episode is a deep dive into how production design and set decoration support character, psychology, class, grief, and suspense in The Beast in Me on Netflix. 👉 Get the FREE Quick Reference Set Decorating Template: www.decoratingpagespodcast.com Discover the Art of TV & Film Design with Decorating Pages Podcast Hosted by Emmy-winning Set Decorator Kim Wannop, this podcast takes you behind the scenes of your favorite shows and movies. Each episode features in-depth conversations with the industry’s top production designers, set decorators, prop masters, and art department professionals, offering rare insight into the creative process of visual storytelling. Whether you’re a film and TV fan, aspiring designer, or entertainment industry pro, Decorating Pages Podcast is your backstage pass to the world of production design. Learn how sets are built, stories are shaped visually, and characters come to life—one episode at a time. 🔔 Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Pandora, Stitcher, TuneIn, and iHeartRadio so you never miss an episode. 📲 Follow for daily design content Instagram: @decoratingpages (https://www.instagram.com/decoratingpages) TikTok: @decoratingpagespodcast YouTube: Decorating Pages Podcast (https://www.youtube.com/@DecoratingPagesPodcast)