Paula Benson

Company: Film and Furniture
Founder + Editor

Paula Benson is the founder and editor of Film and Furniture, the leading online platform and podcast exploring furniture, lighting and interiors in film and television. Through detailed editorial and industry interviews, and curated marketplace, it has become a trusted resource for design-conscious homeowners, film fans and the film industry.
With over 30 years in design as a Partner at Form®, Paula brings a sharp, informed perspective to how objects shape storytelling on screen. She is known for connecting cinematic interiors with real-world design history and sourcing.
Her specialist subject is the work of Stanley Kubrick. She is responsible for reintroducing the Hicks Hexagon carpet from The Shining to a contemporary audience, as the sole supplier of the officially licensed version to the public.
Paula speaks internationally on design in film, with a focus on how furniture communicates character, status and meaning. Her forthcoming book on design on screen will be published in early 2027.