Film & TV
Cracking Knuckles, designing the ultimate bowling alley
The production team for the live action event series 'Knuckles' wanted a bowling alley that was more than just a place to knock down pins. They wanted a space that would spark imaginations and wow young minds. That's where Displayways came in.
We worked closely with the designers to create custom carpets that weren't just functional but also a feast for the eyes with intricate patterns, textures, and colours that brought the world of 'Knuckles' to life.
But we didn't stop there. We also designed and produced custom UV graphics for the walls and screens, featuring iconic cut-out characters and landscapes. On the set, it felt like you were stepping into a real-life episode of the show.
The result was a bowling alley that struck all the right chords. Not just a backdrop but an eye-catching showstopper in its own right.
The mighty graphics team Julian Nix @julianellisnix David Ahern Gabby Leon @gabbydoesgraphics Maddy Westaway @maddy_as_hell Dominique Sanglier @domsanglier David Hamilton-Richardson @itsdavidhr Mhari Glober @mharikg © Paramount Pictures Production Designers: Luke Freeborn and Jason Knox-Johnson Supervising Art Director: Adam Squires Set Decorator: Daniel Vincent
• Consultancy on production methods and materials
• Specialist flooring print
• Sign Production
• Wallpaper production
Beetlejuice Setting the stage (and the floors) for Tim Burton’s 2024 epic
How do you create flooring that’s not only visually stunning but also durable enough to withstand the stomping of a bio-exorcist and the antics of a mischievous ghost? You call in Displayways of course! With swirling patterns, eerie glows, and enough slime to fill a thousand bathtubs, the requirement was to create a series of different floors for Beetlejuice 2024 that were as outlandishly spooky as the characters themselves.
The brief was simple. The design team wanted ultra cool, ultra durable printed lino floors that would make even the most seasoned poltergeist do a double take. And as always, we delivered. Michael Keaton and Winona Ryder’s characters looked right at home on our floors, and as for Danny DeVito, his every step was sheer slapstick genius.
Proof that even the most outrageous characters deserve flooring as extraordinary as themselves.
Credits: Mark Scruton (PD), Nick Gottschalk (SAD), David Morison (SD), Lisa Williams
and Louise Sullivan in Graphics ©️ Warner Bros. Studio
• Consultancy on production methods and materials
• Specialist flooring print
• Printed Matts
• Wallpaper production
ITV Drama Festival
ITV Studios Global Entertainment (ITVS GE) unveiled a raft of brand new dramas at its Drama Festival. Headlined by the highly anticipated Vanity Fair and featuring other dramas such as Age Before Beauty, Poldark, Bancroft, Victoria, Endeavour, Murdoch Mysteries, Shetland, Vera, Good Witch, Aber Bergen, Jordskott, nd Harlots
Displayways were commissioned to produce and install the graphic dressing of the venue.
Mission Impossible 7 - Bringing an airport terminal to life for the big screen
One of the joys of Mission: Impossible is the larger-than-life action sequences – and the even more impressive locations they take place in. In one scene, the new Midfield Terminal at Abu Dhabi International Airport – takes centre stage. But as the terminal was still in construction when the cast and crew arrived in 2021, the production team had the challenge of making the terminal look like one that was fully functioning.
To achieve authenticity, the team researched real international airports, with the aim to ensure the terminal in MI7 felt genuine and the signage was carefully considered to enhance the overall aesthetic.
Working on a movie like Dead Reckoning (Part 1) gave us such a buzz and, as always, we wanted to deliver the best possible results. By incorporating familiar details and staying true to the essence of a real airport, we were able to create an authentic working airport terminal, complete with flight information, wayfinding, identifying amenities and airport advertising to elevate the film's visual impact.
Credit: Amazon Prime Gemma Kingsley - graphics art director Alan Payne - graphic art director Raffaella Giovannetti - set designer Annabel Gibb - assistant graphic designer Gina Brown - assistant graphic designer Gary Freeman - production designer Eleanor Andrews - assistant set decorator Carina Kuczynski - art department assistant
• Consultancy on production methods and materials
• Specialist flooring print
• Sign Production
• Wallpaper production
• Simulated Airport Signage
Gentleman of Moscow - Art Nouveau Carpet Design and Printing
David Alba, Graphic Designer and the talent behind the carpet designs said: "Designing the art nouveau carpet for ‘A Gentleman in Moscow’ felt like facing the final boss of carpet design!"
He adds "When I read the script, I envisioned this room as the space where Anna Urbanova begins her transformation, just as the Count’s attic was for @vimolero . Her transformation needed to be as intimidating as she is, yet welcoming—just like every big life change, tempting but frightening."
He goes on to say "I decided to take this challenge one step further by adapting the flow of the design to fit our dressing plan, creating that unique, cohesive feeling for the room. With some sketches and a meticulously curated palette by our brilliant set decorator Ussal Smithers this room felt like a dream.
Thank you to the guys on @displaywaysfilmandtv for helping me out to achieve this result✨"
Aswell as carpet printing, we also produced different wallpapers, theatre canvas prints and vinyl.
Credits - David Alba - Graphic Designer, Jekaterina Potasova - Lead Graphic Designer, Víctor Molero - Production Designer, Ussal Smithers - Set Decorator,
War of The Worlds Film Set
Displayways were commissioned to print a period design for the flooring of the War of the Worlds movie. The repeated tile image needed to be authentic but also withstand the daily use whilst shooting the scenes on the set. Displayways has produced many specialist wallpapers, floor Linos, carpets, set back drops and translights for movies and TV shows.
• Graphics Production
• Giant Stretch Fabrics
• Hanging Signs
• Set Backdrops
• PM
• Installation
Queen Charlotte - The royal seal of approval
We were thrilled to collaborate with the incredible art department on Netflix’s lavish period drama Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story. This limited series, skillfully crafted by the brilliant Shonda Rhimes, demanded meticulous set decoration to transport viewers seamlessly back to the Regency era.
We provided historically accurate carpets, linoleum, and tapestries that adorned the show’s palatial estates. Every custom-printed detail, from stunning floral medallions to intricate borders, harmoniously complemented the art department’s visionary aesthetic.
“Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story” is just one of the many remarkable productions we’ve had the privilege of working on. Explore the possibilities for your next project by reaching out to us at film@displayways.co.uk.
• Consultancy on production methods and materials
• Specialist carpet print
• Sign Production
• Wallpaper production
• Simulated period Signage & Banners
The Crown - Displayways rolls out the red carpet
After collaborating with the talented set decoration and art department on the previous The Crown Series 5, we were excited to partner with them again on Series 6. We provided numerous carpets, custom printed fabrics, wood flooring, airport graphics, vehicle graphics, and more, helping to make everything look incredible.
Top image credit: Crown Series 6 Tote Bags - Alison Harvey - Set Decorator, James Wakefield - Senior Art Director, Graphics Team: Charlie Innell, Katherine Hoad, Nadine Kissack, Amy Grewcock, Greg Keen
• Consultancy on production methods and materials
• Specialist carpet print
• Sign Production
• Wallpaper production
• Simulated period Signage & Banne
