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Water brings scale, light and atmosphere to a shoot in a way few backdrops can. When combined with contemporary architecture, clean lines and generous glazing, coastal and lakeside properties offer a setting that feels polished yet natural. Reflections, horizon lines and open sky add depth to both stills and moving images, while modern interiors provide a controlled canvas for styling.
Within the SHOOTFACTORY portfolio, contemporary locations range from luxury harbour front homes and Mediterranean-inspired beach houses to eco builds overlooking natural ponds and secluded lakeside cabins. Below is a curated selection highlighting the breadth of modern coastal and waterside settings available for photo shoots, filming, and brand campaigns.
Location: Christchurch, BH23
A striking detached waterfront residence with panoramic views across Mudeford Harbour, the famous beach huts and out towards the Isle of Wight and Purbeck coastline. Arrival is through private electric gates onto a large resin driveway, setting the tone for a premium production base.
Inside, a double-height gallery frames immediate views of the water. The ground floor centres on a large open-plan entertaining space featuring a high-specification kitchen and bar, a statement dining area with gold finishes, and a generous living zone dressed with Italian furniture. Full-width sliding doors open onto a terrace with an outdoor kitchen, a landscaped garden and a private jetty, allowing a seamless transition between the interior and the harbour edge.
Upstairs bedrooms with balcony access maximise the views, while additional spaces, including a snug, bespoke study, gym, and steam room, provide further shooting options within one location.
Location: Chichester, PO18
This large silvered timber-clad eco house sits within landscaped grounds and is cantilevered over a natural swimming pond. Two buildings are connected by a glass walkway that appears to float above the water, creating a visually distinctive architectural feature.
Extensive glazing ensures consistent natural light throughout the day. A triple-height atrium with a sculptural chimney and a sweeping staircase provides scale for fashion and premium-lifestyle work. The material palette of timber, Venetian plaster and concrete introduces texture while maintaining a contemporary edge. Outdoor dining areas, a garden cabin, and open-field surroundings extend the usable shoot footprint.
Location: West Sussex, BN43
A beach house with strong Mediterranean character, complete with a heated pool and direct beach access near Brighton. The pool sits just feet from the shoreline, creating an immediate holiday narrative that can read as abroad while remaining within easy reach of London.
White walls, spacious interiors and far-reaching sea views towards Beachy Head make the property particularly suited to summer fashion and travel campaigns. Period touches such as parquet flooring, original fireplaces, and a spiral staircase in the double-height conservatory add structure and depth to interior shots. Architectural planting in the garden supports year-round coastal styling.
Location: East Sussex, TN31
A contemporary beach house set just moments from the dunes at Camber Sands, offering privacy and a simple, refined interior. The palette of white and concrete creates a calm backdrop for product, fashion and lifestyle shoots.
The main living space opens onto the garden through multiple French doors, allowing easy movement between inside and out. A log burner adds character to cooler-season campaigns, while the outdoor kitchen and private access make the property practical for compact crews and digital content production.
Location: Oxfordshire, OX15
Set within extensive countryside, this lakeside cabin sits directly on a large lake with an integrated boat dock. The single-level layout includes a lounge, kitchen, bedroom, and bathroom, making it easy to manage on a shoot day.
Floor-to-ceiling glazing runs the full length of the property, facing the water and terrace decking, creating uninterrupted views and strong reflective light. The natural surroundings lend themselves to wellness, outdoor living and quieter narrative campaigns that require a contemporary waterside feel away from the coast.
Location: Derbyshire, DE56
An award-winning architect designed a home with a minimalist interior and expansive views of the garden. Polished concrete floors, exposed beams and oak detailing combine to form a clean yet warm environment.
The open-plan ground floor, separate lounge, and additional volumes provide multiple shooting zones within one property. Large windows frame views of the surrounding landscape, offering a sense of space and connection to the outdoors that works well for family lifestyle, interiors and architectural features.
From harbour-side luxury and eco-led pond settings to beach houses and secluded lakeside cabins, contemporary shoot locations offer a wide range of looks across the UK. They offer natural light, visual depth and architectural clarity, all within spaces designed to accommodate modern living and production needs.
If your brief calls for clean lines by the sea, a modern house overlooking water or a refined cabin set against a lake, the SHOOTFACTORY team can guide you towards the right fit. Share your requirements, and we will shortlist contemporary waterside locations that align with your creative direction and logistical needs.
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