Judy Farr

Judy Farr is a renowned British set decorator and art director. Farr is well known for her excellent attention to detail and her ultimate dedication to each and every project. She has worked on the liked of The Brothers Grimm, A week with Marilyn, Conan the Barbarian, The Kings Speech and the captivating Downton Abbey.

The British period drama Downton Abbey is one project that Farr ultimately showcases her set decoration skills and her many years of experience. In order to create an authentic portrayal of 1910 England, the creative team analysed old photographs of interiors and involved experts to aid in their research.

Set Decoration - Downton Abbey

With the series being set in Highclere Castle, a beautiful location ion Hampshire, England, it has sparked an interest and curiosity into the Edwardian style and appreciation for British historic homes. Highclere Castle was chosen as the setting for Downton Abbey, because of its individuality between rooms, with each room being decorated differently. Therefore, the creative team did use quite a bit of Highclere’s original furnishings. What is more, they added furnishings, art, period furniture, picture frames, cutlery, crystal ware and lamps, in order to fully capture the setting. In addition, Farr commented in an interview that the team updated the lighting in order to show the transition from gas to electric fixtures that was taking place at the time.

Set Decoration - Downton Abbey

Sources:

http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0268035/#set_decorator

http://www.61-54design.co.uk/