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Summer campaigns often call for sun-washed stone, long lunches by the pool and interiors that flow effortlessly into outdoor living. For resort wear launches, swimwear collections, and lifestyle editorials, a Mediterranean setting is often part of the creative direction.
International travel is not always practical for production. Across the South East and London, SHOOTFACTORY represents a collection of private homes and gardens that bring Southern European character to UK shoots. Courtyards scented with jasmine, expansive terraces, outdoor kitchens, and generous pools evoke the atmosphere of Italy, Spain, or the South of France, all within easy reach of London.
Below is a curated edit of properties that deliver holiday energy on home soil.
Location: Surrey, KT22
Set high above the valley with sweeping views across the Surrey Hills, Surrey View recalls a contemporary villa on the Spanish coast. The house is centred around a striking internal courtyard wrapped in a living wall of jasmine and climbing plants, creating a private sun-filled heart to the home.
Large-format glazing opens the main living space directly onto entertaining terraces and a substantial swimming pool. Brazilian quartzite surfaces, rusted steel Crittall-style doors, and a Corten steel water feature introduce texture that pairs beautifully with bright summer styling.
Four-metre boundary walls ensure privacy, making them particularly suited to swimwear campaigns, luxury fashion editorials, and outdoor dining brands that require uninterrupted shooting time.
Location: Surrey, GU8
With its California-inspired architecture set on 14 acres, Bel Air Surrey delivers laid-back glamour in the British countryside. Floor-to-ceiling glass draws the landscape indoors, while a vast terrace, modern fire pit and pond create a strong West Coast atmosphere that easily translates into a Mediterranean narrative.
The interiors combine mid-century references with confident design choices. Open-plan living spaces flow into formal entertaining rooms and a statement bar, providing multiple backdrops within a single property.
For fashion lookbooks, beauty campaigns and drinks brands building a summer story, this location offers scale, privacy and visual impact.
Location: Fryerning, CM4
An architect-designed home set within six acres of gardens and fields, Shenfield Fryerning pairs clean, modern interiors with relaxed outdoor living. The outdoor kitchen and dining area is built around a mature pine tree that rises through a green roof, giving the space a resort-style character.
Sliding doors from the kitchen lead directly to the swimming pool, allowing seamless movement between the interior and exterior setups. Neutral tones of oak, stone and glass provide a calm backdrop that allows wardrobe and product styling to stand out.
The generous grounds and straightforward parking support larger crews, while the secluded setting maintains an intimate summer mood.
Location: London, SW5
Moments from Earl’s Court, Penywern Garden is an unexpected sub-tropical retreat in central London. The heated swimming pool sits within a secluded private garden filled with lush planting, creating a setting that feels removed from the surrounding city.
For brands working to tight schedules, this location delivers a convincing holiday backdrop without extended travel. It works particularly well for swimwear, wellness, skincare, and summer accessories shoots that require greenery and water within a single enclosed space.
These properties each present a distinct interpretation of Mediterranean living, from hillside villas and courtyard homes to tropical gardens in the capital. Shared features such as strong natural light, fluid indoor-outdoor layouts, private grounds, and practical access make them highly effective shoot locations.
For summer campaigns that call for sunshine, pools and relaxed European energy, SHOOTFACTORY can source locations that meet the aesthetic brief while keeping production firmly within the UK.
If you are planning a holiday-inspired shoot, the SHOOTFACTORY team can advise on the most suitable setting for your creative direction.
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