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London has a whole host of private houses which are available for multi-purpose event hire. Curators of the very best amongst them, we at Canvas provide access to venues that can suit almost any event type, stylistic preference and budget. From those that offer traditional elegance, to those with a more modern flair, the houses featured within this section make for wonderful private party venues with a difference.

Some of the venues to hire in london are available at both partial and full hire, making them flexible in terms of both the price tag and the capacity they can offer, and all come with their own unique allure that makes them well worth considering. So for unusual venue hire that is sure to help your next event to be an occasion to remember for everyone involved, take a look through our portfolio.

Planning a Photography Shoot for your Business


Want to advertise your company? Then you’re going to need some high-quality, promotional photographs. But how exactly do you go about actually getting this done? Most commercial photographers will be able to help you through all the steps, but to make life easier, we’ve condensed everything down for you.

The Big Idea

In order to create a photoshoot that really works for your company, you’re going to have to come up with a concept. The majority of photographers for business will help you to do this, and will come to you with their own ideas. Yet it’s always a good idea to have a brainstorming session as a company beforehand that can then feed into what you tell the photographer. A commercial photoshoot is all about telling a story, so this is a good place to start. Discuss what type of audience your business caters the most for, and how this can feed into an idea for a photoshoot. You can do this part before you even find a photographer but be prepared for your ideas to change under their care. They know what will work best after all!

Budget

Proper photography doesn’t come cheap. So you need to be 100% invested in doing this before you take the plunge. You will of course have the chance to review the photographs, but you’ll also need to hire a venue, a model, and even some props. If you want this photoshoot to be a part of a major marketing campaign, think about making an advertisement using the same characters. Even if you’re not going as far as looking a TV release, hosting a video on your website and social media can be hugely beneficial. If you are spending on the photography shoot, you might as well make the most out of what you’re spending.

Hire a Photographer

Talk to a number of photographers in your area and provide them with your initial concept to see what their response is. Even if you have to pay a small amount for a few different potential photographers to work on an initial plan, this will all be worth it when you know you’ve made the right choice after you’ve seen the various work. When searching for a photographer, make sure you take a close look at the different portfolios available for you to view. Which style matches closest to the vision that you have in your mind? Of course, sometimes just talking to a potential photographer face to face can help to put your mind at ease when you realise that you’re both on the same wavelength.

Find the Perfect Venue

Once you have hired your photographer and you know what style of photographs you want to take, it’s time to hire out your venue. This will of course completely depend on what has been decided upon during your creative meetings, so this will help to steer you in the right direction. If possible, it’s best to get a venue that isn’t too far for anyone to travel to, as it will cut down on a lot of unnecessary costs. There are hundreds of private houses for hire in London, and they are always a popular choice for photoshoots. Many have lovely gardens or terraces so that you can take a number of photographs outside and make the most of the natural light. Whatever venue you decide to go for, make sure that you hire it out for longer than you think you’ll need, as sometimes these things can eat up more time than first expected.

Hire Your Models

For this, it’s always best to go through an agency. Explain the look that you are going for, the scenes that you are looking, and the story that you want your models to tell. Involve the photographer in this process as much as possible as they will have a good eye for what your customer is going to see. Unless this is a fashion shoot, you may not have thought about what you want your models to wear, but this is going to need to be something you provide. Again, talk to your photographer, they are likely to have a lot of contacts in various industries who handle all aspects of photoshoots.

Hire a Stylist

Alongside the clothes that they wear, your models are going to need their hair and make-up done in order to make them look picture perfect. If budget is something that’s becoming tight, you can get in contact with your local hair and beauty school and ask if anyone there would like to work on your photoshoot in exchange for some professional photographs of the looks that they’ve created. Similarly, you can also ask any fashion boutiques local to you if they would like to give you clothes for your models to wear in exchange for the free promotion that you can give them.

Take a Step Back

When it comes to the actual day of the shoot, you need to step back and let your photographer be completely in control. They know what they are doing when it comes to lighting and set-up, so don’t butt in unless you are asked a direct question by them. Trusting them to do their job well will make the whole day run much smoother, and your photographer will be grateful that you’ve given them a certain amount of creative freedom.

If you are planning a photography shoot to help market your business, there is a lot more to it than many people first think. Once you see the finished product however, be it on your website or advertisements in a magazine, it really makes the whole concept completely worth it. If you’ve come up with a good narrative, there’s no reason why you can’t continue it during future campaigns.

FAQs Private House for Hire in London


Why hire a private house in London?

London has a whole host of stunning modern and traditional private houses, which are available to accommodate all of your multi-purpose event hire needs. Dotted in and around the capital, London’s private houses are able to accommodate any event type, stylistic preference, and budget. Luxurious private homes in London are renowned for providing the ultimate party setting, so that your event is as memorable and exciting possible. Bringing together distinct elements of traditional and modern, each private house venue in London is wonderfully unique in its own right.



What does private house hire include?

The vast majority of private houses in London offer a range of different event packages that can be adapted to meet your bespoke needs. With this in mind, it’s not a case of one size fits all when it comes to what is included in your venue hire. For example, your venue hire could include packages that offer catering, drinks, entertainment, planning and décor – all at different levels. You will also find that many venues offer a per head cost, which is also worked out based on the package you choose



What are the benefits of hiring a private house in London?

Private house venues in London are available to hire on both a partial and full hire basis, and there are a number of benefits that come hand in hand with booking this type of venue, including: • Make that all important great impression • Access work class facilities • Staff on hire to support your event • Customisable catering • Luxurious décor • Exceptional service • The freedom to decorate the space you are working with Most private house venues aim to create a truly bespoke experience, with every single element of your event tailored to suit your needs and ensure a memorable occasion



What type of events can you host at a private house?

Private houses can play host to a diverse range of events, including: • Exhibitions • Birthdays • Weddings • Screenings • Press nights • Meetings • Networking events • Engagements • Conferences • Dinner parties • Product launches • Private parties • Family reunion Private homes in London come in all different shapes and sizes therefore, they have the capacity to accommodate both small and large-scale events.



What facilities do private homes have?

Every special occasion, event and celebration is different. As a result, it’s important that, prior to booking your private home in London, you check its facilities. Facilities may include: • Private bar and restaurant spaces • Hot tubs • Fully equipped kitchens • Stunning outdoor spaces • Swimming pools • Games rooms, bars • Indoor cinemas • Entertainment systems • State of the art technology



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