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The images should reflect the actual situation, i.e., they should not be outdated in terms of the building, its furnishings, and its surroundings.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 can publish 10-15 images per entry on our website. In our press download, we keep a selection of about 20 images per house. However, please feel free to send us as many images as you have so that we have a selection and additional material for press inquiries.
Data formats / resolution
Please send us your material in the highest possible resolution. The resolution should be approximately 5000 pixels in width at a resolution of 350 dpi. Images less than 2500 pixels wide and 350 dpi in landscape format are not suitable.
Please send the files in JPEG (.jpg) format.
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 check 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.
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 access details for cloud storage (Dropbox, Google Drive, etc.).
Please do NOT send us any image material by email or any storage media by post.
Architectural photographers
If you are dissatisfied with the images of your property, we will be happy to put you in touch with professional architectural photographers on request. You will find some recommendations in our list of photographers.
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.