Ten Years After My First Twin Peaks Watch, I Am Drawn Into the Strange Warmth of David Lynch’s Pacific Northwest and Americana-Inspired Interiors

David Lynch was a master of atmosphere. From the ominous ambiance in Mulholland Drive to the jazzy interiors of Blue Velvet, the late director's work serves as a consistent source of interior inspiration.

My personal favorite work of his is Twin Peaks: a television show I watched for the first time over 10 years ago, and recently returned to after his death. The '90s murder mystery is so distinct in its visual language (Richard Hoover was the production designer for the original series) that rewatching it has felt like a hug from an old friend; the familiarity of the locations, from the Double R Diner to the Sheriff's Office, has a specific warmth to it, despite its chilling themes.

The eponymous, fictional town the show takes place in combines country lodge aesthetics with classic Americana-inspired design. It's both a set that feels lost in time and innovative as ever, making dated trends like floral wallpaper and pink carpet feel bold and beautiful.

The color I most associate with the series would have to be red: a shade I love but have admittedly found difficult to incorporate into my own home. The red leather banquet seats in the diner infuse the space with a retro-yet-luxe feel, while the iconic Red Room – a dreamscape that you've surely seen, featuring a black and white, zigzag floor and lush, red curtains.

While red is certainly a strong color choice for the home, it is undeniably captivating and, as Twin Peaks proves, a color worth experimenting with. I've since tried to incorporate dashes of rouge à la the unexpected red theory, which I suspect Lynch would have approved of.

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I would also be remiss not to mention the natural elements of the sets in Twin Peaks. Though the town is fictional, the grey, Pacific Northwest-based town takes cues from its forested surroundings, with natural wood playing a major role in the sets. The panelled walls of the Great Northern Hotel and the oaky Sheriff's Office create a coziness that embraces the natural world; it has often sent my on antique hunts to find a perfectly-weathered coffee table or dresser.

I'm not alone in adoring the world of Twin Peaks: I've recently seen some people online sharing their relatives' "Lynchian" homes, with floral wallpaper, oak cabinets, and photo-decorated mantels in ample supply. There is an eeriness in Twin Peaks, but also a comforting calmness, as evidenced by these vintage prints and personalized pieces of decor. It's a style I will be revisiting for years to come.