Set Decorators
Expert set decorators bringing New York interiors to life—from Upper East Side opulence to Brooklyn brownstone character.
A set decorator selects and arranges the furnishings, artwork, drapery, and decorative details that bring a production designer's vision to life on screen. In New York, this means navigating one of the world's most visually diverse cities—from the pre-war elegance of Upper West Side apartments and the industrial lofts of SoHo to the brownstone warmth of Park Slope and the sleek modernism of Hudson Yards. Every borough has its own design vocabulary.
We connect you with New York set decorators who know where to source locally—from the prop houses of Long Island City and Greenpoint to the antique dealers of the East Village, the Chelsea flea markets, and the high-end showrooms of the D&D Building. Our network spans all five boroughs and the tri-state area, with professionals experienced in dressing everything from penthouse apartments to subway platforms.
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Capabilities
Complete Set Decoration Services
From sourcing through strike, our set decorators fill your spaces with the details that make them real.
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Set Dressing
- Interior styling
- Furniture placement
- Soft furnishings
- Window treatments
- Art & accessories
Complete Interiors
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Sourcing
- Prop house coordination
- Antique acquisition
- Custom fabrication
- Rental management
- Purchase coordination
Resource Access
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Set Management
- Continuity tracking
- Scene changes
- Strike planning
- Inventory control
- Return coordination
On-Set Control
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Team Leadership
- Leadman coordination
- Swing gang management
- Buyer supervision
- Vendor relationships
- Budget oversight
Department Head
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Why Us
Why Choose Our Set Decorators
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NYC Prop House & Antique Access
Established relationships with Long Island City and Greenpoint prop houses, East Village antique dealers, and the D&D Building showrooms. Access to authentic pieces spanning every era of New York's rich architectural history.
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New York Design Expertise
Set decorators versed in Gilded Age, Art Deco, mid-century modern, and contemporary New York styles. They understand the nuances that distinguish a West Village walk-up from a Tribeca loft or a Queens row house.
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Borough-Specific Resources
Access to specialist dealers in every borough—from Manhattan's high-end showrooms to Brooklyn's vintage warehouses and the ethnic markets of Queens. We source authentic materials matching the specific character of each neighborhood.
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Gilded Age Through Modern Period Expertise
Experience dressing sets spanning New York's Gilded Age through Prohibition, mid-century, the 1970s-80s grit era, and contemporary luxury. Accurate period decoration for productions set in any decade of NYC history.
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FAQ
Set Decoration Expertise
Where do you source furnishings in New York?
Our set decorators work with major prop houses in Long Island City and Greenpoint, plus antique dealers in the East Village, Chelsea, and across all boroughs. New York's depth of resources makes it one of the world's premier cities for set decoration sourcing.
Can you dress sets for New York period productions?
Yes, our decorators have extensive experience with Gilded Age, Prohibition-era, mid-century, 1970s-80s, and contemporary New York settings. We source authentic period items through specialist dealers, estate sales, and studio prop collections.
How do you handle New York's logistics challenges?
Our teams are experienced with NYC's unique logistics—loading zone coordination, freight elevator scheduling, union requirements, and tight urban spaces. We plan around traffic patterns and building access restrictions.
What about custom fabrication?
We work with skilled craftspeople for custom pieces when rental options don't meet your needs. This includes furniture building, upholstery, scenic painting, and specialty fabrication.
Can you match specific New York neighborhood aesthetics?
Absolutely. Our decorators understand the visual distinctions between neighborhoods—the exposed brick of Williamsburg, the crown moldings of the Upper East Side, the industrial steel of DUMBO. We source to match each location's authentic character.
Do you provide the full set decorating crew?
Yes, we can staff complete set decorating departments including decorators, leadmen, buyers, set dressers, and swing gang. We scale the team to match your production's requirements.
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ACT 04 — On Set
Need a Set Decorator?
Tell us about your production's set dressing requirements and we'll connect you with expert decorators.