Notes on the transfer of image material
A picture says more than a thousand words—and high-quality architecture can be conveyed not only through exciting stories, but above all with high-quality image material. Therefore, here are some explanations about the type of image material we require.
It is important that we have up-to-date image material at our disposal. We are generally unable to use images that are several years old. We cannot present buildings for which we do not have suitable and up-to-date image material.
The images should reflect the actual situation, i.e., they should not be outdated in terms of the building, its furnishings, and its surroundings. If there have been structural changes or adjustments to the furnishings/fixtures, we will need new images in any case.
Motifs
We mainly use architectural images, and individual landscape shots if necessary.
We always require exterior and interior photos for each house.
We do not use atmospheric images (image pictures) that do not show architecturally relevant details for the entries. Please only send us images of areas of the house that are accessible to guests.
We require images in landscape and portrait format. Good landscape images are essential, as our intro image is always in landscape format.
The images in your house listing will be edited by us and may be cropped.
We cannot use images with visible watermarks or embedded logos.
For overview pages and search results, we require at least one image that clearly conveys the character and architecture of the house at a glance.
Scope
We typically publish about 15–25 photos per entry. However, please feel free to send us as many photos as you have so that we have a selection to choose from and additional material for press inquiries.
Data format / resolution
Please send us your material in the highest possible resolution (highest resolution available) and in JPEG (“.jpg”) format.
Minimum requirement: resolution in landscape orientation of approximately 5,000 pixels wide at 350 dpi.
Image rights
We require your confirmation of image rights for the images sent using the image rights form. Please return the completed form as a scan or by fax.
We require this confirmation each time you send us new images.
Please ensure that you have also obtained the necessary usage rights from your photographer. We always recommend purchasing the unrestricted usage rights (“buyout”) so that you can use the images freely as needed and pass them on to third parties.
For copyright reasons, the full names of the photographers must be given for each image. The names of agencies or multiple photographers CANNOT be listed for legal reasons.
Note: The image rights form must be signed by the partner, not by the photographer.
Even if the photos were taken by you as our partner, we still require confirmation of the image rights.
Assignment of images
If the image material comes from different photographers or shows different houses, please send the files in such a way that we can clearly assign all individual images, e.g.
- in separate folders (per photographer/building)
- with a clear designation in the file name
- by sending a separate list that clearly shows the assignment
Old image material
When sending new images, we also need to know if the existing images are outdated and should no longer be used. To avoid errors in assignment, we recommend sending complete sets of current material. We will then archive the existing old images.
Upload
Please send image material via one of the following two uploads:
- Wetransfer: urlaubsarchitektur.wetransfer.com
- box.com: urlaubsarchitektur.app.box.com
Please DO NOT send us links to cloud storage services (Dropbox, Google Drive, etc.) or online photo galleries (Picdrop, Pixx, etc.). Please DO NOT send us any images via email or any storage media by mail.
Architectural photographers
We are happy to put you in touch with professional architectural photographers upon request. You’ll find some recommendations in our list of photographers.
Professional photographers usually do not need our support to plan photo shoots, select motifs, or choose images. However, if you would like us to assist you with these tasks, please contact us in advance; we will be happy to see if we can provide this service.
Cost
We charge for revisions to entries with new image material based on the amount of work involved. Details can be found in our terms and conditions.