We are often asked whether architectural photography and real estate photography are the same. While both focus on the built environment, the approach and intent are fundamentally different. If the goal is to document a property quickly for listing or sale, a real estate photographer is usually the right choice. This type of work is designed to be fast and efficient, often completed in less than an hour.
Architectural photography, by contrast, is intended to interpret a project rather than simply record it. On assignment, we work closely with our clients to understand the design intent, evaluate light and timing, and shape each image. Furniture may be adjusted, views refined, and shooting times selected to present the project at its strongest—whether for portfolios, design competitions, or high-end publications.
We recommend beginning by reviewing the work on our website and focusing on projects or typologies that relate to yours. This will give you a clear sense of our visual approach, pacing, and attention to detail. We also encourage clients to share a budget range they are comfortable with. Doing so does not increase the final cost; on the contrary, it allows us to propose thoughtful options and tailor the scope in a way that best serves your goals.
If our work resonates with you, the next step is to share a description of your project so we can understand its scope and priorities. Factors such as the number of views, interiors and/or exteriors, day or dusk images, the presence of people, and whether multiple sites are involved all inform how we structure an assignment.
Whenever appropriate, we encourage clients to explore multi-party usage. It is common for architects to share photography costs with contractors, engineers, interior designers, or other collaborators involved in a project. In these cases, fees are adjusted to reflect expanded usage. We charge an additional $300 for each added user. Even so, each party typically realizes substantial savings compared to commissioning photography independently.
Our photographs are delivered with web and print publication rights included. This licensing allows clients to use the images in portfolios, on their websites, for presentations, and for general company promotion. Submission to design competitions and editorial consideration is also permitted.
We retain copyright to the photographs and the right to license their use beyond our clients. If a publication wishes to reproduce images from a project we have photographed, licensing is handled directly through us. As the photographers, we remain the party authorized to license the use of the work.
Based in New York City, we are available for assignments throughout NYC and the surrounding region.