Our approach to set design is heirloom in spirit. Drawn from places with history and presence.
We bring together one-of-a-kind objects sourced from Rome, Paris, England and Australia: antique mirrors, silverware, brass details, furniture and baroque treasures. These elements are not props. They are carriers of meaning and atmosphere.
When integrated into an installation, each curated piece contributes to a dialogue between space and story, allowing the work to feel as though it grew there rather than having been placed there. Objects become points of resonance and narrative punctuation.
Immersive installations are not decorative backdrops — they are environments that engage the senses, stir emotion, and invite engagement beyond the visual. By balancing narrative, materiality, and spatial choreography, we craft experiences that feel lived-in, layered, and resonant.
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We begin by listening to the space, its light, proportions, history, and the feeling it wishes to hold. This first step is about presence, not decoration: understanding what atmosphere the environment should evoke.
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Every installation starts with a narrative thread, a conceptual spine that gives form and intention to spatial choices. Whether grounded in mythology, emotion, or abstraction, this narrative informs materiality, sequence, and spatial focus.
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We work across a nuanced palette: from curated objects and baroque elements to high-end faux florals, fresh foliage, and living botanicals. Materials are chosen not just for beauty, but for the way they behave in space. how they catch light, cast shadows, respond to proximity and presence.
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The final stage unifies concept, material, and experience. Whether layered into architectural volume or floating like a breath in a room, each installation is meticulously considered and intentional.
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Floral elements are woven through our spatial work to deepen atmosphere and bring organic life into the composition. We work with:
High-end faux blooms, sculpted and selected for texture and presence
Fresh foliage and greenery, adding natural movement and scent
Seasonal flowers, used when appropriate to enhance concept and context
These layers enrich tactile experience and invite participation, encouraging viewers to breathe into the environment rather than simply see it.
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For photographers and brands who want a world, not a backdrop. Large-scale, story-driven floral environments designed to be stepped inside. These installations are built to transform a space. Blank studios become enchanted gardens, heritage floors become clouded dreamscapes, neutral walls become old-world reverie.
Created using hyper-real faux florals paired with fresh greenery and foliage for longevity and realism, these pieces are designed to last across multiple shoot days while maintaining their fullness and presence.
Ideal for:
• Studio hire features
• Editorial campaigns
• Seasonal mini sessions
• Brand launches
• Content creation days
This is atmosphere. Scale. Impact.
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When you need more than florals, you need a scene.
A fully styled environment incorporating florals, antiques, textiles, furniture, objects and spatial composition. This offering blends floral design with curated décor and intentional styling to create layered, cinematic imagery.
Every detail is considered. From colour story to negative space to the way light falls across texture.
Ideal for:
• Editorial shoots
• Campaign storytelling
• Styled brand shoots
• Creative collaborations
You bring the concept. I build the world around it.
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Bespoke florals created specifically for your project.
A one-off floral concept designed exclusively for you. Either for hire or purchase. This may be a statement installation, a signature piece for your studio, or a design created for repeated brand use.
Each commission begins with a collaborative creative direction process and is built with longevity in mind. Using premium faux florals combined with fresh elements where desired.
Perfect for:
• Photographers wanting a signature set
• Studio feature pieces
• Ongoing campaign assets
• Permanent installations
No two commissions are ever the same.
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Step beyond the velvet drapes and into a world suspended in time.
A richly layered environment inspired by the grandeur of the early 1900s — where dark timber, glowing amber light, and deep oxblood velvet create a cinematic backdrop unlike anything else on the Gold Coast.
Located in Highland Park, Gold Coast, the space features vintage furnishings, ornate detailing, moody chandeliers, a grand fireplace, antique artwork, and a whisky bar built in 1852 — designed to feel like a hidden private members club that time forgot. Every corner has been intentionally curated for atmosphere, depth, and storytelling.
Ideal for:
• Editorial and campaign shoots
• Brand content and product photography
• Atmospheric portrait sessions
• Intimate events and activations
• Film and video productions
— HIRE RATES and OFFERINGS & INCLUSIONS —
OFFERINGS & INCLUSIONS
• A room filled with collected antiques — vintage, ornate, and thoughtfully curated
• Featuring pieces over 100 years old; a space steeped in history and story
• Fridge stocked with snacks & beverages - Full day hire only.
• Surround sound system with easy Spotify connection
• Behind-the-scenes content available (if desired)
• Access to kitchen and bathroom
• Access to a spare room
• Private, self-contained and secluded space within my home
•Smog machine access$350 for $2hrs
$450 for 4hrs
$800 Full day hire up to 10hrs
BTS content is $250 as an extra add on. Content is delivered via a Google drive link within 24 hours.Optional styling additions and creative direction available on request. Availability is limited — early enquiry is encouraged.
This is not a set. It is a world already built, waiting to be entered.
Enquire to check availability.
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Not sure which offering fits? Let’s begin with a conversation.
If you know you want something immersive, elevated or different, but aren’t certain which service aligns, select this option. We’ll refine the vision together and determine the best approach for your project.
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Orphic Arcane focuses on immersive installations, set design, sculptural environments, and custom spatial commissions. Each project is concept-led and developed in response to the space and intention.
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No. The studio no longer offers wedding or event floristry. All current work is installation, spatial, or object-led.
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The studio is based on the Gold Coast and is available for select projects further afield, depending on scope and timeline.
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Every project begins with listening — to the space, the brief, and the feeling it needs to hold. From there, concepts are developed through material exploration, spatial planning, and iterative design before installation or delivery.
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Yes. To ensure each project receives the care it deserves, the studio works within considered investment ranges. Budget alignment is discussed early in the enquiry process to ensure mutual fit.
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For installations and custom commissions, we recommend enquiring as early as possible. Lead times vary depending on scale and complexity, but early conversations allow for deeper, more resolved work.
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Yes. A curated selection of sculptural hire pieces is available independently, subject to availability. These can also be layered into larger projects if desired.
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Absolutely. Collaboration is welcomed. Orphic Arcane often works alongside photographers, stylists, art directors, and production teams to ensure the environment feels cohesive and intentional.
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Orphic Arcane is best suited to those seeking depth over display, and environments that prioritise feeling, atmosphere, and longevity. If you’re drawn to intuitive, concept-led design, the studio is likely a good fit.
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Begin by submitting an enquiry through the contact form. If the project feels aligned, you’ll be invited into a conversation to explore the space further.