Many Wes Anderson films are so notably recognizable around the world primary for their storylines, but equally as much for its sets. That is the premise behind Tumblr blog North Korean Interiors that includes all of photographer Oliver Wainwright's images of spaces that resemble Anderson's sets. The blog chronicles whimsical Korean spaces and their bright use of color, symmetry and curved aesthetic.
The North Korean Interiors is an ode to Asian design and conceptual spaces that unintentionally might remind fans of Anderson's popular films such as Life Aquatic or the Grand Budapest Hotel. Wainwright captures these various settings throughout his trip to North Korea and uses his lens to highlight the striking parallels. The blog is an example of ways pop culture is being used to draw meaning from on design, rather than the other way around.
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Cinematic Set-inspired Spaces
- The trend of designing spaces based on cinematic set design is growing, offering opportunities for film-inspired interior design services.
- Symmetrical and Curved Aesthetics
- The use of symmetrical and curved design elements is on the rise in interior design, offering opportunities for companies producing unique furniture and decor pieces.
- Pop Culture-inspired Design
- Incorporating pop culture references into design is becoming more popular, leading to new opportunities for designers to create unique and innovative products.
Sectors Adopting This
- Interior Design
- The interior design industry can leverage the trend of cinematic set-inspired spaces to offer unique and customizable design services for homes and businesses.
- Furniture and Decor
- The use of symmetrical and curved aesthetics in design offers opportunities for companies that produce unique furniture and decor pieces to create products that fit this trend.
- Pop Culture Merchandise
- The trend of incorporating pop culture references into design creates new opportunities for companies to produce merchandise that appeals to a wide range of fans and consumers.
