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2026 Set Decorators Society of America Awards Nominations Announced
1/5/2026, 8:20:11 PM
Overview of Nominations
The Set Decorators Society of America (SDSA) has revealed the nominees for the 2026 SDSA Awards, which honor excellence in set decoration across four categories: Contemporary Feature, Period Feature, Fantasy or Science Fiction Feature, and Comedy or Musical Feature. The awards ceremony is scheduled for February 21, 2026, in Los Angeles.
Key Nominees in Contemporary Feature Films
In the Contemporary Feature category, notable nominees include “Bugonia,” with set decoration by Prue Howard and production design by James Price; “F1,” set decorated by Andrew McCarthy and Véronique Melery, and produced by Mark Tildesley and Ben Munro; “Jay Kelly,” set decorated by Véronique Melery and Meg Everist; “One Battle After Another,” set decorated by Anthony Carlino and produced by Florencia Martin; and “Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery,” set decorated by Kathryn Pyle and produced by Rick Heinrichs.
Noteworthy Nominations in Period Feature Films
The Period Feature category features “Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale,” set decorated by Linda Wilson and produced by Donal Woods; “Hamnet,” set decorated by Alice Felton and produced by Fiona Crombie; “Marty Supreme,” set decorated by Adam Willis and produced by Jack Fisk; “Sinners,” set decorated by Monique Champagne and produced by Hannah Beachler; and “Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere,” set decorated by Kris Moran and produced by Stefania Cella.
Highlights in Fantasy or Science Fiction Feature Films
In the Fantasy or Science Fiction Feature category, nominees include “Avatar: Fire and Ash,” set decorated by Vanessa Cole and produced by Dylan Cole and Ben Procter; “The Fantastic Four: First Steps,” set decorated by Jille Azis and produced by Kasra Farahani; “Frankenstein,” set decorated by Shane Vieau and produced by Tamara Deverell; “How to Train Your Dragon,” set decorated by Daniel Birt and produced by Dominic Watkins; and “Superman,” set decorated by Rosemary Brandenburg and produced by Beth Mickle.
Comedy or Musical Feature Film Nominees
The Comedy or Musical Feature category includes “Freakier Friday,” set decorated by Brandi Kalish and produced by Kay Anna Lee; “Kiss of the Spiderwoman,” set decorated by Andrew Baseman and produced by Scott Chambliss; “The Phoenician Scheme,” set decorated by Anna Pinnock and produced by Adam Stockhausen; “Roofman,” set decorated by Kendall Anderson and produced by Inbal Weinberg; and “Wicked: For Good,” set decorated by Lee Sandales and produced by Nathan Crowley.
Official Statements & Responses
The SDSA emphasizes the importance of set decoration in storytelling, highlighting how the nominated works reflect the creativity and dedication of the artists involved. The organization aims to celebrate the intricate details that contribute to the visual narrative of films.
Verbatim Quotes
- “We had 20 sculptors at any given moment working,” — Tamara Deverell, Production Designer for “Frankenstein.”
- “With “Sinners,” Hannah Beachler ended up building a deeply researched, meticulously crafted the world, filled with cultural references and Easter eggs.” — Description of “Sinners.”
The SDSA Awards continue to recognize the vital role of set decoration in film, showcasing the talent and innovation of set decorators and production designers in the industry.
