Not a single person can hold a candle to the pure musical genius, ineffable charisma, and staunch wit that was Freddie Mercury. Legions of younger Queen fans were born again last year after the release of the critically acclaimed film Bohemian Rhapsody depicting Freddie and bandmates Roger Taylor, Brian May, and John Deacon throughout their decades long career.

I was eager to see the set design for this production, particularly Freddie’s famous home Garden Lodge. Known for his extravagance, I was curious how set designers would incorporate Freddie’s lifestyle and flair for the ornate throughout Queen’s rise to fame.

For Freddie and Mary Austin’s apartment set designers recreated the space using old photographs of the pair from the early 1970s . During an interview with production designer Aaron Haye, it was revealed that the set was so historically accurate they even replicated the wallpaper pattern to match the old photographs.

The quaint studio made complete with layered rugs over wood flooring, rattan furniture, many beloved cats, and a piano (of course).

Rockfield Studios became the band’s home away from home while recording in the picturesque town of Wales.

In the film the Rockfield had residential brick buildings and a barn for the recording studio.

The kitchen at Rockfield while the band eats breakfast.

Inside the barn recording studio.

Freddie spent a sizable amount of time in Munich during the 1980s. If you ever have time I recommend checking out YouTube to see some wild footage of parties attended.

Freddie’s Munich home was a mid-century home outside of London, according to production designer Aaron Haye. The brick exterior and interior is a far cry from his Kensington residence.

Freddie’s spent his final days at Garden Lodge in Kensington, a home he bought only a handful of years prior.

Set designers were consistent with Freddie’s reputation for lavish amenities and a sense of grandeur.

In the film Freddie proudly shows off his new home. In later scenes we see the space filled with beautiful works of art and decorations.

Throughout the home are Louis XV furnishings and artwork from Japan (including the kimono hanging in the dining room). I recall listening to an interview with Freddie years ago and he explained his passion for Japanese art.

Freddie’s piano room with a view of Mary’s house next door.

I was devastated we only saw a glimpse of the kitchen in the film. The pale blue cabinets and wallpaper behind the counters are such a tease!

The master bedroom with antique furnishings, tall baseboards, and ornate wallpaper.

The grand master bath. Marble tile, gold accents, and lots of light make the space so lovely.

One of the few exterior shots of Garden Lodge show how similar it was to Freddie’s actual home at 1 Logan Place, Kensington.

After Freddie’s death he left the majority of his estate and Garden Lodge to his soulmate Mary Austin. An aerial view of Garden Lodge showcases the beautiful property complete with cherry blossom trees and a Japanese style garden. Mary has lived at the Neo-Georgian property since his passing. To date fans still visit the residence to pay tribute to the awe inspiring entertaining.

Have you visited Garden Lodge or Rockfield Studios? Share your experience in the comments below!

*All images from the film are from Twentieth Century Fox’s Bohemian Rhapsody