Bio

Claire Kaufman is a talented Set Decorator with deep roots in Southern California. Raised in the vibrant heart of the state, she went on to study Graphic Arts at UCSD, but it was a move to Los Angeles that opened up a world of new creative possibilities. Immersed in the high-energy world of music videos and commercials, Claire discovered a whole new creative outlet, ultimately leading her to the realms of film and television design.

Throughout her career, Claire has earned the trust of visionary directors and production designers, collaborating on a diverse array of projects that showcase her inventive approach and unmatched attention to detail. Known for seamlessly blending history and modernity, her designs captivate audiences with their imaginative flair and meticulous craftsmanship.

Claire’s notable contributions can be seen in critically acclaimed films like OppenheimerLittle Women, and White Noise, as well as in iconic television sets for shows like The Studio, Perfect Couple and American Horror Story. Her ability to tell a story through decoration has earned her recognition across the industry, including Oscar and BAFTA nominations, multiple wins at the ADG Awards, and an Emmy nomination for her work on American Horror Story.

Claire enjoy’s decorating today as much as the first time she stepped on set and hopes to create many other memorable world’s.

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Awards

Primetime Emmy Awards
Nominated, Primetime Emmy
Outstanding Production Design for a Narrative Program (Half-Hour) for The Studio2025
Set Decorators Society of America, USA
Winner, SDSA Award
Best Achievement in Decor/Design of a Half-Hour Single Camera Series for The Studio2025
Academy Awards
Nominated Best
Production Design
Oppenheimer 2024
BAFTA Film Awards
Nominated Best
Production Design
Oppenheimer2024
Art Directors Guild
Won, Excellence in
Production Design Award

Period Film for Oppenheimer (2023)
2024
Art Directors Guild
Nominated, Excellence in Production Design Award
Period Film for White Noise (2022)2023
Set Decorators Society of America, USA
Nominated, SDSA Award
Best Achievement in Decor/Design of a Period Feature Film for White Noise (2022)2023
CinEuphoria Awards
Nominated, CinEuphoria
Best Art Direction – International Competition for Little Women (2019)2021
Critics Choice Awards
Nominated, Critics Choice Award
Best Production Design for Little Women (2019)2020
Art Directors Guild
Nominated, Excellence in Production Design Award
Television Movie or Limited Series for American Horror Story Episodes: “Election Night” and “Winter of Our Discontent”
2018
Primetime Emmy Awards
Nominated, Primetime Emmy
Outstanding Production Design for a Narrative Contemporary Program (One Hour or More) for American Horror Story2018
Art Directors Guild
Won, Excellence in Production Design Award
Short Format – Web Series, Music Video or Commercial Apple Music: “History of Sound”2016

Press

Designing The Studio: A Love Letter to Hollywood
Perspective, May/June 2025
For The Perfect Couple, Decorating the Perfect Nantucket Home
Architectural Digest, Sep 30, 2024
White Noise Set Decorator Claire Kaufman on Creating the ’80s Look for Noah Baumbach’s Netflix Movie & Dressing Nearly 7,000 Feet of Grocery Store Shelving
Below the Line, Jan 3, 2023
American Horror Story: Cult
Set Decor, Nov 7, 2017