Designing sets which are compatible with the story line of each episode of a TV series is a daunting task. One cannot design an appropriate set without having first read the writer's manuscript. Often, the set designer must personally meet with the writer to gain insight into how a set should accurately reflect his intentions.

Little House on the Prairie- A designer of sets for a period show like "Little House" had at his disposal a wellspring of historical images to work with...old photographs, sketches, and artifacts. Accuracy of set design requires a thorough researching of each setting. Example: In the 1880s were carpenter nails square or round? For an answer read the book!