Fashion shoots, product content, wedding portraits, music videos — a real home or styled space often looks better than a studio backdrop. Booking one well means agreeing a few things the host will not think to mention.
At a glance
- Ask for photos of the exact rooms you plan to use, at the time of day you will shoot.
- Agree crew size, equipment and hours before booking.
- Confirm power sockets and whether a generator is allowed.
- If the images are commercial, agree that in the chat.
Scout the light before you book
Ask the host which rooms get morning or afternoon light, and request recent phone photos at your planned shoot time. Large windows, plain walls and outdoor greenery are worth asking about specifically.
Agree the practical details
- Start and finish times, including setup and pack-down
- Number of people on set (crew, models, clients)
- Equipment: lights, stands, backdrops, smoke or confetti
- Power: number of sockets, and backup power if any
- Moving furniture — allowed, and must it be put back?
- Changing room and bathroom access
Usage and respect for the space
If the images will be used commercially — advertising, a brand campaign, a film — tell the host up front and agree it in the chat. Ask whether the address or exterior may be shown.
Common questions
Can I book a space for a few hours only?
Booking terms vary by listing. Check the listing and ask the host whether a shorter booking is possible.
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