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This episode features a masterclass in period production design and set decoration for the Netflix film 'Death by Lightning' with insights from Gemma Jackson and Hannah Gawthorpe.

I’ve got a real one for ya. On this episode of Decorating Pages , I’m talking Death by Lightning (Netflix) with Production Designer Gemma Jackson (Emmy winner, Oscar nominee) and Set Decorator Hannah Gawthorpe — and this is a masterclass in period production design and set decoration . They built 1880s America — New York, Chicago, Washington, Ohio, and the White House — entirely in Budapest , and we get into how they differentiated every world through layout, wallpaper, practical lighting, and dressing choices. Plus: chandeliers, flags, graphics research, and the kind of logistics that only the art department could love. If you love behind-the-scenes craft, historical details, and design choices that actually tell story, this one’s for you. 👉 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…

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