&C van Binnen

A six-part lifestyle series for &C magazine that pairs character-driven storytelling with unconventional interiors.

I developed the concept and directed and edited all six episodes, working with a small crew including a DOP, and handled all preparation (pre-interviews, and scripting). Since time inside each home was limited, preproduction focused on shaping a clear story arc for each character. In the edit, I highlighted awkward, funny, and revealing moments that brought their real personalities forward.

The series takes an unconventional approach to the interior genre: instead of polished homes, it focuses on offbeat characters whose eclectic spaces mirror their eccentric personalities. Visually, it combines handheld documentary footage with VHS inserts, creating a sense of intimacy and spontaneity. The series was released on &C’s digital platform, offering a more intimate, story-led approach to interiors.

CREDITS

CLIENT: &C
PRODUCTION: &C and Margarita Kouvatsou
CONCEPT: Margarita Kouvatsou
DIRECTOR: Margarita Kouvatsou
CAMERA: Fernando Barrientos
EDITOR: Margarita Kouvatsou