Professional photography that showcases buildings, interiors, and locations with creativity and precision.
Manchester building, interior, and aerial photography
At Decoy, we specialise in showcasing the built environment, from detailed interiors and striking exteriors to aerial perspectives that reveal scale and context. Our photography highlights the design, craftsmanship, and atmosphere of your space while telling the story behind it.
As an architecture photographer in Manchester, we work with architects, property developers, interior designers, retailers, and hospitality businesses across the UK to deliver imagery that elevates projects and places.
Partnering with the UK's leading brands
Photography that brings places and spaces to life
Every project is unique, and we adapt our approach to suit the space and location. Using a combination of technical precision and creative composition, we deliver imagery that captures form, light, and perspective – whether on the ground or from the air.
We provide:
- Exterior architectural photography of buildings and landmarks
- Interior photography for commercial, residential, and hospitality spaces
- Aerial and drone photography for dramatic perspectives
- Property and real estate marketing imagery
- Documentation of construction, redevelopment, and fit-outs
- Photography of public spaces, venues, and wider locations
Our images are produced with both creativity and accuracy in mind, making them suitable for portfolios, planning applications, press features, websites, and promotional campaigns.
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Read what clients have said about decoy_
Rated 5 stars on Google based on over 100+ reviews
Fantastic experience — efficient and easy to work with.
Washington Green Fine Art have been working with Decoy Media since August 2016. Alex has always been an absolute pleasure to work with and his work is always perfect and surpasses the standard.
Incredible service from start to finish.
Our collaboration with Decoy Media was an integral part of our marketing strategy. The programme of work and images delivered by Decoy Media helped our team to achieve a 20% upturn in occupancy levels during a challenging season. What we appreciated most about working with Alex was his ability to understand the project, translate our ideas, to get everyone on board to deliver the expected results and more. We would certainly recommend working with Decoy Media and will do so again in the future.
Decoy have helped in creating world-class stills and video
Alex and Decoy have been working on various projects with the Specsavers Store Design Team for nearly eight years. During this time, Decoy have helped in creating world-class stills and video footage of new store formats to communicate to our stakeholders and store partners. All of this work has been key to achieving buy-in from our stakeholders. Enabling our store design projects to be rolled out at pace, not just in the UK but worldwide.
Precision Post-Production
Every image undergoes individual editing and retouching to ensure a high-end look. We use masking to balance exposures and make sure the environment complements the space. Our process removes distractions like power lines, clutter, or unsightly scuffs while correcting perspectives to ensure every shot is a polished marketing asset.
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Why clients trust decoy for their architectural and interior photography
Benefits of working together.
Experienced Professionals
Over 15 years photographing commercial spaces, developments and interiors for architects, property firms and designers across the UK.
Attention to Detail
Expertly composed and lit imagery designed to showcase the unique craftsmanship and atmosphere of every space.
Quick Turnaround
Edited, high-resolution images delivered within days, ready for marketing materials, press releases and property listings.
Trusted Reputation
Relied upon by developers, agencies and design studios for consistent quality and reliability, with 100+ five-star reviews.
Collaborative Approach
We work closely with your team to understand the brief, highlight key features and ensure every shot aligns with your vision.
Flexible & Reliable
From city-centre offices to nationwide developments, we adapt to your schedule, lighting conditions and project requirements.
Rapid Delivery Option
Upgrade to rapid delivery and receive your whole project by the next working day.
Video Capture Add-on: Bring spaces to life with professionally edited video
Turn static spaces into immersive stories. From smooth walk-throughs and aerial footage to cinematic highlights of your property or interior project, we create videos that showcase scale, atmosphere and design. Perfect for marketing campaigns, developer portfolios and social media.
FAQs
decoy is committed to delivering exceptional visuals with creativity and precision. We take the time to understand your goals, ensuring every image reflects your story and strengthens your brand.
Do you only photograph architecture, or also interiors and places?
We cover all aspects including interiors, exteriors, and wider environments such as public spaces, hospitality venues, and retail locations.
Do you offer aerial or drone photography in Manchester?
Yes. We provide aerial and drone photography to capture striking perspectives, ideal for showcasing scale, location, and context.
Who do you typically work with?
We collaborate a lot with architects, property developers, construction firms, interior designers, estate agents, PR teams, and hospitality businesses.
Can you provide both interior and exterior images in one session?
Absolutely. We can plan shoots that cover interiors, exteriors, and aerial shots together, giving you a complete visual package.
Where are the images delivered and how quickly?
If needed, we can deliver a preview edit the following day. The full set will follow in 3-5 working days (or slightly longer if any complex retouching is required). All images are delivered via a secure online gallery, optimised for both print and digital use.
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