Guys dont forget that many content shooters in Russia start with minimal equipment and trying to save as much as possible. I agree there are sets and its very easy to recognise that its made in Russia with very low budget
In Soviet Union all country were using the same wallpappers and furniture. There were only few choices in reality so all country were looking the same
Most of it is still like that in most of cities. And well designed appartment cost about 500usd+ to rent per day. When we come to shoot there it cost at least 1k on locations. Now you need nice clothes and happy looking models. This cost even more lol...