Set Development

From starting my set design with a staple table I have expanded it, adding symbolic lighting to create a tone and mood to each scene.
I took inspiration from watching 'Exit Stage Left' the use of coloured lighting setting the scene.
I have decided to use lighting not only to set the scene in the case of the garden with green lighting, but to use colours that have relevant meanings; The restaurant scene uses red, being a warm tone to represent candle light but also symbolising energy, war, strength, power and 
desire; emotions all the characters in this scene face.
Next the office scene uses blue lights symbolising wisdom, confidence and intelligence, all traits the Top Girls fulfil. The blue colour could also represent tension between Mrs Kidd and Marlene, and Nell and Marlene.
The garden scene lit in green not only sets the scene for outdoors and nature but symbolises growth and a strong emotional correspondence with safety, which is reflected in the safety of the den.
Finally the kitchen scene is lit in a dark purple light to symbolise gloom, sad feelings and frustration evident between Marlene and Joyce.

I feel the use of lighting and simple set makes scene changes quick and flowing, yet clear to the audience where and what is going on.
I designed the wings to be white so they can show the colours well. I also decided to make them moveable so the actors can spin them round to show a scene is changing, the movement of the wings, backdrop and set will create a sort of whirl wind effect between scenes almost like a routine, like in the first act.