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Architectural Styles in the UK

Architectural Styles in the UK

Britain’s architectural heritage spans more than a thousand years of changing styles, cultural influences and construction techniques. From medieval castles and Gothic cathedrals to converted warehouses and contemporary penthouses, each era has contributed to the wide variety of locations available for photography, filming and events today. For photographers, filmmakers, brands and creative agencies, architecture often […]

Cinema Room Locations for Lifestyle and Commercial Photography

Cinema Room Locations for Lifestyle and Commercial Photography

Cinema rooms have become one of the most desirable features in modern residential properties. Offering a blend of comfort, luxury and visual appeal, these spaces create distinctive backdrops for photography, filming and branded content. Rich textures, ambient lighting, oversized seating and carefully considered design details allow productions to capture authentic moments within aspirational settings. For […]

Art Deco Locations That Bring Character to Every Shoot

Art Deco Locations That Bring Character to Every Shoot

Art Deco interiors continue to hold a strong place in photography, filming and branded content. Rich textures, geometric detailing, curved forms and bold materials create spaces that feel cinematic without appearing over-styled. From polished parquet floors to dramatic staircases and statement marble, Art Deco inspired locations offer depth, contrast and personality on camera. At SHOOTFACTORY, […]

Petty Green Summer 2026 Collection Shoot on Location

Petty Green Summer 2026 Collection Shoot on Location

Pretty Green’s Summer 2026 collection continues the brand’s connection to British music culture, combining heritage references with a modern approach to casual dressing. Shot on location at Lunar Studio in East London, the campaign reflects the label’s ongoing interest in classic silhouettes, statement prints and relaxed styling influenced by the energy of the 1970s. The […]

Percival Menswear AW25 Shoot on Location

Percival Menswear AW25 Shoot on Location

Percival Menswear’s Autumn Winter 2025 shoot brings the brand’s core idea into focus, reworking familiar wardrobe staples through subtle design shifts and thoughtful styling. Founded in East London, Percival has built its identity on refining classic menswear, introducing updated fabrics and contemporary fits that feel relevant without losing their roots. Set within a bright, pared-back […]

Chloé Effortless Icons Shoot with Net-a-Porter

Chloé Effortless Icons Shoot with Net-a-Porter

The “Effortless Icons” campaign from Net-a-Porter and Chloé presents a refined take on modern dressing, centred on ease, movement and understated elegance. Featuring model Luana Guimarães, the shoot brings together signature pieces from the Chloé archive, reworked for a contemporary wardrobe. Set within a light-filled London home, the imagery reflects a softer approach to luxury. […]

Burberry AW25 Shoot with Net-a-Porter

Burberry AW25 Shoot with Net-a-Porter

For the Autumn Winter 2025 campaign with Net-a-Porter, Burberry presents a grounded yet expressive take on British style, shaped by Daniel Lee’s evolving vision for the brand. Set against a rural backdrop, the shoot brings together heritage references and contemporary styling, placing outerwear at the centre of the story. The result is a series that […]

Grazia March 26 Location Shoot with Lizelot Rippen

Grazia March 26 Location Shoot with Lizelot Rippen

For the March 2026 Big Fashion Issue of Grazia UK, “The New Uniform” presents a considered take on modern dressing through a location-led editorial with model Lizelot Rippen. The feature brings together fashion and narrative, reflecting the shift in working life where structure and comfort now sit side by side. Set across contrasting environments, the […]

Cosmo Mag Feb 26 Location Shoot with Emma Naomi

Cosmo Mag Feb 26 Location Shoot with Emma Naomi

The February and March 2026 issue of Cosmopolitan UK brings a fresh perspective on actress Emma Naomi, presenting both a striking fashion editorial and an open, reflective interview. Best known for her role as Alice Mondrich in Bridgerton, Naomi steps into a new phase of her career, mirrored through a series of composed yet expressive […]

Loft Locations and Studio Vibes for Creative Content

Loft Locations and Studio Vibes for Creative Content

Creative projects often benefit from spaces with character, light and openness. Loft properties and studio environments provide exactly that. Former industrial buildings, converted warehouses, and purpose-built daylight studios create flexible settings that work for fashion, lifestyle, editorial, and commercial productions. High ceilings, exposed materials and generous windows allow crews to shape the atmosphere of a […]

White and Black Interior Trends

White and Black Interior Trends

Black-and-white interiors continue to hold a strong position in contemporary design. The palette is direct and confident, allowing architecture, materials, and styling to take centre stage. For photography and filming, this clarity works particularly well, as strong contrast and simple tones help the subject stand out within the frame. A monochrome interior does not rely […]

London Photography Exhibitions this Spring

London Photography Exhibitions this Spring

London remains one of the most active photography centres in Europe, with galleries and museums presenting a wide mix of exhibitions each season. From major retrospectives and international prizes to experimental festivals, the city offers an impressive programme for photographers, collectors, and anyone interested in visual culture. Spring 2026 brings several notable shows across London. […]

Contemporary Coastal and Waterside Shoot Locations

Contemporary Coastal and Waterside Shoot Locations

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 […]

Wide Open Horizons and Abroad Landscape Locations in Britain

Wide Open Horizons and Abroad Landscape Locations in Britain

For campaigns that call for space, light and a sense of escape, landscape becomes as important as architecture. Rolling fields, distant horizons, and uninterrupted views can instantly shift the tone of a shoot, creating the impression of filming overseas. Across the South East, SHOOTFACTORY represents several properties positioned within expansive private land. These locations offer […]

European Courtyards, Pools and Lifestyle Shoot Locations

European Courtyards, Pools and Lifestyle Shoot Locations

Summer campaigns often revolve around outdoor living. Long tables set for lunch, sun loungers by the pool, evening drinks beside a fire pit and open doors that blur the line between inside and out all form part of a strong seasonal narrative. For brands building resort, lifestyle or food-focused content, a European courtyard setting brings […]

Scandinavian Summer and Nordic Barn Living Shoot Locations

Scandinavian Summer and Nordic Barn Living Shoot Locations

Clean lines, pale timber, concrete floors and vast open landscapes have become a defining visual language for modern lifestyle and interiors campaigns. The Nordic aesthetic offers light-filled spaces, architectural simplicity and a strong connection to nature, making it ideal for summer editorials that favour calm, contemporary styling. Across the countryside within reach of London, SHOOTFACTORY […]

California Dreaming Locations in the British Countryside

California Dreaming Locations in the British Countryside

Sun-drenched terraces, palm silhouettes and glass-fronted living spaces are no longer exclusive to Los Angeles. Across the South East and London, several architect-designed homes bring West Coast energy to British soil, offering production teams the atmosphere of California without leaving the UK. For summer lookbooks, beauty campaigns, and relaxed lifestyle editorials, these properties offer strong […]

Tropical London and Sub Urban Shoot Locations

Tropical London and Sub Urban Shoot Locations

Palm fronds, waterfalls and heated pools are not usually associated with the capital. Yet tucked behind residential streets and private gates, several SHOOTFACTORY locations offer lush planting and a warm-weather energy that feels closer to the Caribbean or Southern Europe than London. For swimwear launches, music videos, beauty campaigns, and summer lifestyle content, tropical gardens […]

Mediterranean Mood Boards Without Leaving the UK

Mediterranean Mood Boards Without Leaving the UK

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 […]

Nine Studios In One London Location

Nine Studios In One London Location

A single London venue offering nine studio spaces presents a rare opportunity for photographers, filmmakers, brands, and production teams working across stills, motion, and live projects. Set within a renovated Victorian warehouse in Kentish Town, Spring Studios London brings together scale, adaptability and character in one cohesive setting. Each studio is designed to operate independently […]