Paula Benson

Garden furniture inspiration from memorable outdoor scenes in film

As the long days continue and the warmth extends into evening, it’s the perfect time to embrace outdoor living. Whether you're inspired by alfresco dining in Chocolat, lounging by...

The Art of Sound: Brionvega in Film and Their Timeless Design Legacy

Paula Benson investigates Brionvega in film and three of their key Hi-Fi and audio products. The first time I clapped eyes on a Brionvega Hi-Fi, I went weak at the...

What do A Clockwork Orange and Barbie have in common?

From a brutalist dystopia to a pink corporate dreamworld, two films couldn’t be more different. Yet, there’s one surprising connection between Stanley Kubrick’s A Clockwork Orange and Greta Gerwig’s...

The Phoenician Scheme: A Visual Ode to European Elegance, Art, and Design

Wes Anderson's latest film is yet another visual masterpiece from the one director we can rely upon for attention to detail and distinctive visual...

Wes Anderson Exhibition: A Landmark Showcase at the Design Museum

This November, the Design Museum in London will host Wes Anderson: The Archives, an exciting exhibition for film fans showcasing the meticulous craftsmanship of one of contemporary cinema's most...

Pastel colour inspiration: Decorating with springtime hues from film

To celebrate the arrival of Spring, we're diving into the soft, inviting world of pastels - a colour palette that has become synonymous with this time of year. From...

Pedro Almodóvar furniture: Colour and cinema collide at Milan Design Week

Spanish filmmaker Pedro Almodóvar’s colourful universe is making its way from the silver screen to your living room. The celebrated filmmaker has teamed up with...

The design of Queer Part 2: The art and film references

Throughout Queer, director Luca Guadagnino and production designer Stefano Baisi drew inspiration from a diverse range of artists and films, seamlessly blending reality with fantasy to create a distinctive...

The Design of Nosferatu: The Devil is in the Details – Part 2

As we delve deeper into the design of Robert Egger's Nosferatu, we leave behind the comfort of the Harding and Hutter homes explored in Part 1 and step into...