# Pop Culture Hotel Illustrations These Grand Budapest Hotel Pictures by Lorena G. Look Flattened By Megan Facciuolo | Published 2014-05-13 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grand-budapest-hotel-pictures References: [designtaxi](http://designtaxi.com/news/365569/Props-From-The-Grand-Budapest-Hotel-Charmingly-Illustrated-In-Flat-Design/) & [behance.net](https://www.behance.net/lorena-g) A [Barcelona](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-barcelona-edition)-based creative, who goes by the name Lorena G, has created a series of The Grand Budapest Hotel pictures that feature the hotel and its main props. Wes Anderson, who is the director of the newly released film, is known for his charming aesthetic and minimalism. Lorena gracefully reciprocated his styles in her own art forms. The images include the film's most popular props, which have gained mass popularity, from the tall Mendl’s cake to the L’air de Panache. She depicted each prop on a pale pink background and in a two-dimensional style that allows them to look flat and minimal. The artist also turned each image into merchandise, like [phone covers, mugs and tote bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eloise-collection). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 39% | Activity: 33% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Minimalist Art:** Exploring the trend of two-dimensional, flat art forms that capture the essence of minimalism and aesthetic charm. - **Pop Culture Merchandise:** Tapping into the trend of turning popular film props into merchandisable products like phone covers, mugs, and tote bags. - **Film-inspired Art:** Creating art that pays homage to popular films through unique and visually appealing illustrations. ### Who This Affects Most - **Art and Design:** The art and design industry can leverage the trend of minimalistic, two-dimensional art forms to create innovative and aesthetic visual experiences for consumers. - **Film and Entertainment:** The film and entertainment industry can capitalize on the trend of turning popular film props into merchandise, creating additional revenue streams and enhancing the fan experience. - **Merchandise and Retail:** The merchandise and retail industry can explore the trend of creating film-inspired products, tapping into the popularity of iconic film props and attracting a niche customer base. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Filmmaker-Inspired Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wes-anderson-aesthetics.md) - [Archive Film Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wes-anderson-the-archives.md) - [Enchanting Folklore-Inspired Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kimpton-bem.md) - [Famous Film Director Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wes-anderson-exhibition.md) - [Collaborative Hotel Canvas Totes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/w-hotels-x-thomas-llu.md) - [Surrealist Story-Backed Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maison-heler.md) - [Whimsically Designed Hotel Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cowley-manor-experimental.md) - [Liveable Artful Pop-Up Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/julie-cloos-mlsgaard.md) - [Striking Glass Portraits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glass-portraits.md)