{"id":19864,"date":"2020-06-02T16:37:08","date_gmt":"2020-06-02T08:37:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.getbutler.com\/?p=19864"},"modified":"2020-11-25T08:44:08","modified_gmt":"2020-11-25T08:44:08","slug":"is-your-home-movie-set-worthy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/butlermag.com\/is-your-home-movie-set-worthy\/","title":{"rendered":"Is your Home Movie-Set Worthy?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>When South Korean director Bong Joon-Ho\u2019s Parasite shot to worldwide fame last year, it wasn\u2019t just film critics and cinema goers giving it rave reviews.<\/p>\n<p>Architects and interior designers were equally impressed by the film\u2019s well-crafted sets. Home owners worldwide had another ideal to aspire towards.<\/p>\n<p>Want a home that&#8217;s worthy of a movie-set? Here&#8217;s 5 traits your home should have.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/butlermag.com\/is-your-home-movie-set-worthy\/#5_traits_every_home_worthy_of_a_movie_set_should_have\" title=\"5 traits every home worthy of a movie set should have\">5 traits every home worthy of a movie set should have<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/butlermag.com\/is-your-home-movie-set-worthy\/#i\" title=\"&nbsp;\">&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/butlermag.com\/is-your-home-movie-set-worthy\/#1_Design_a_home_with_strong_%E2%80%9Ccharacter%E2%80%9D\" title=\"1. Design a home with strong \u201ccharacter\u201d.\">1. Design a home with strong \u201ccharacter\u201d.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/butlermag.com\/is-your-home-movie-set-worthy\/#2_Master_the_use_of_hues_and_accents\" title=\"2. Master the use of hues and accents\">2. Master the use of hues and accents<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/butlermag.com\/is-your-home-movie-set-worthy\/#3Make_use_of_minimal_%E2%80%9Cprops%E2%80%9D\" title=\"3.Make use of minimal \u201cprops\u201d\">3.Make use of minimal \u201cprops\u201d<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/butlermag.com\/is-your-home-movie-set-worthy\/#4_Have_a_good_layout_planned_beforehand\" title=\"4. Have a good layout planned beforehand\">4. Have a good layout planned beforehand<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/butlermag.com\/is-your-home-movie-set-worthy\/#5_Lighting_lighting_lighting\" title=\"5. Lighting, lighting, lighting\">5. Lighting, lighting, lighting<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/butlermag.com\/is-your-home-movie-set-worthy\/#Live_like_a_star_effortlessly\" title=\"Live like a star effortlessly\">Live like a star effortlessly<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_traits_every_home_worthy_of_a_movie_set_should_have\"><\/span><strong>5 traits every home worthy of a movie set should have<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"i\"><\/span><strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_19866\" style=\"width: 1034px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-19866\" class=\"size-large wp-image-19866\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.getbutler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Maya_afternoon-1024x682.jpg?resize=1024%2C682&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" title=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"><p id=\"caption-attachment-19866\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">(image credit: https:\/\/www.indesignlive.com\/the-ideas\/the-parasite-house-isnt-a-house-and-it-damn-well-should-be)<\/p><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Design_a_home_with_strong_%E2%80%9Ccharacter%E2%80%9D\"><\/span><strong>1. Design a home with strong \u201ccharacter\u201d.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>All films rely on motifs and symbols to effectively create a persuasive setting that draws audiences in. These elements vary according to the film\u2019s theme, and appear consistently throughout movie sets.<\/p>\n<p>In the World War 2 biopic \u201cDarkest Hour\u201d for example, lush mahogany, polished marble and silver are noticeable elements in the film\u2019s setting. These elements pay homage to traditional British interior design, and the characters, in their 40s British style, are in harmony with the environment.<\/p>\n<p>In Bong Joon-Ho\u2019s \u201cParasite\u201d, Bong wanted to portray the Parks as avaricious elites. This is highlighted in how the Park\u2019s mansion is filled with status symbols, such as a real painting from South Korean artist Park Seung-mo\u2019s \u201cMaya Series\u201d and a cabinet full of fancy crockeryware.<\/p>\n<p>What this means for home owners like you is that your home should tell a story. Rather than just a blank canvas, a home worthy of a movie \u2013 set should be clear visual narrative.<\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_19867\" style=\"width: 1034px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-19867\" class=\"size-large wp-image-19867\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.getbutler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/final-copy-1024x576.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" title=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"><p id=\"caption-attachment-19867\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">(image credit: https:\/\/shuyuq.wordpress.com\/2014\/05\/)<\/p><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Master_the_use_of_hues_and_accents\"><\/span><strong>2. Master the use of hues and accents<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The use of certain motifs and symbols are important in creating a convincing setting, but it\u2019s colour and patterns that set the mood.<\/p>\n<p>Take a look at Baz Luhrman\u2019s \u201cThe Great Gatsby\u201d. The use of light, elegant colours with sophisticated patterns effectively conveys the atmosphere of The Roaring Twenties.<\/p>\n<p>In Stanley Kubrick\u2019s \u201c2001: A Space Odyssey\u201d, the sterile feel of white in some of the film\u2019s intricately designed interiors plays up a curious mix of modern and classic styles. White also exudes a clinical feel, free from any impurities.<\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_19868\" style=\"width: 861px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-19868\" class=\"size-full wp-image-19868\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.getbutler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/is-your-home-movie-set-worthy.jpg?resize=851%2C480&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"851\" height=\"480\" title=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"><p id=\"caption-attachment-19868\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">(image credit: https:\/\/film-grab.com\/2017\/08\/08\/the-unbearable-lightness-of-being\/)<\/p><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3Make_use_of_minimal_%E2%80%9Cprops%E2%80%9D\"><\/span>3.<strong>Make use of minimal \u201cprops\u201d<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Generally speaking, film sets aspire to be convincing by having the least amount of props visible on-screen. It\u2019s not so much an issue over cost or logistics, but that too many props can distract the audience.<\/p>\n<p>In Pierre Guffroy\u2019s \u201cThe Unbearable Lightness of being\u201d for example, one of the film\u2019s most memorable scenes only featured three simple props: a bed, a bowler hat and a mirror.<\/p>\n<p>The idea of having the least amount of eye-catching features in your home is both the hallmark of the minimalist movement and filmmakers. Both emphasize the functionality of items that are placed within a space, and both agree that less is better.<\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_19869\" style=\"width: 1034px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-19869\" class=\"size-large wp-image-19869\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.getbutler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/is-your-home-movie-set-worthy-1-1024x496.jpg?resize=1024%2C496&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"496\" title=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"><p id=\"caption-attachment-19869\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">(image credit: https:\/\/home.by.me\/blog\/how-i-met-your-mother-apartment-in-3d)<\/p><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Have_a_good_layout_planned_beforehand\"><\/span><strong>4. Have a good layout planned beforehand<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Symbols, colour and props all make up a great film set, but layout precedes everything else.<\/p>\n<p>Layout is important because it not only dictates the spaces that cast members can use, but also provides room for a film crew and bulk equipment.<\/p>\n<p>You can apply the same principles to your home too. Visualise where you want conversations and other activities to take place, measure your spaces and have clear sections for what should go where.<\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_19870\" style=\"width: 1034px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-19870\" class=\"size-large wp-image-19870\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.getbutler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/is-your-home-movie-set-worthy-3-1024x683.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" title=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"><p id=\"caption-attachment-19870\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">(image credit: http:\/\/milksymposium.org\/plans-de-conception-de-maison)<\/p><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Lighting_lighting_lighting\"><\/span><strong>5. Lighting, lighting, lighting<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s scientifically proven that certain lights can influence <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getbutler.com\/brighten-up-how-does-lighting-shape-our-living-experiences\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">human emotions and well-being<\/a>. In films, lighting also plays a huge role in determining the visual appeal.<\/p>\n<p>Lighting techniques in film range across a broad spectrum: natural lighting is best for replicating reality, while high-key lighting and side lighting help set certain moods. Some lighting techniques complement each other to highlight characters or draw the audience\u2019s attention to a particular spot in a setting.<\/p>\n<p>These same principles can also be applied at home. Use lighting to affect emotional responses in various parts of your home \u2013 a subtler light for the bedroom, brighter ones in the living room, for example.<\/p>\n<p>Lighting can also be used to focus attention on icons that make your home stand out. If you frequently host parties, lighting can be a subtle means of drawing the crowd to where you want them to be (or not to be).<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Live_like_a_star_effortlessly\"><\/span><strong>Live like a star effortlessly<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Putting together a home worthy of a movie set isn\u2019t easy. From finding the right furniture and upholstery to cleaning up after, some may even find the whole experience too tiring to be worth it.<\/p>\n<p>Not with BUTLER\u2019s personal concierge services.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you need help getting the right lights or putting together a theme for your home, BUTLER\u2019s personal <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getbutler.com\/concierge-service-business\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">concierge service<\/a> can save you the trouble.<\/p>\n<p>Simply tell us what you need, and we\u2019ll handle the rest.<\/p>\n<p>Not sure what items you need to add the finishing touch? Tap on <a href=\"http:\/\/getbutler.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">BUTLER<\/a>\u2019s partner network and access exclusive home design deals just for you.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getbutler.com\/contact-us\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Get in touch with us<\/a> today to find out more.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When South Korean director Bong Joon-Ho\u2019s Parasite shot to worldwide fame last year, it wasn\u2019t just film critics and cinema goers giving it rave reviews. Architects and interior designers were equally impressed by the film\u2019s well-crafted sets. Home owners worldwide had another ideal to aspire towards. Want a home that&#8217;s worthy of a movie-set? 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