We started several years ago, this little quirk of taking photos of faucets and light fixtures.  We take the photos from different angles, maybe play with the focus to get that cool background blur, sometimes lights on or off, whatever we think is fun. 

But why?

Well, a couple of reasons really.  Mainly, we think they're interesting.  After all, light fixtures, plumbing fixtures, door hardware and the like are what help to give homes their individual character.  Yeah, they do the mundane work of "holding light bulbs" or "dispensing water" but, when they are unique in any way, they bring variety and a certain pizzaz to the space. 

We like that. 

Think about it, all homes have painted walls and ceilings and can sort of look the same.   It's the fixtures, flooring and doors that can be personalized to make a home different and unique.  There is also a bit of mystery, and history, behind these choices.  We can wonder when these changes were made to the home and what the person making the decision was like and what their vision for the home was. 

They are amenities

We think that, for example, a unique door knob, is an amenity.  For the person who may be interested in renting the home, we think that showing of these often overlooked amenities helps them to understand the details of the home.  Also, getting in close to appreciate these details compliments the "stand in the corner and shoot the room" style that so many other people use. 

It gets attention

Yes, we have received many comments, from both interested renters and also the homeowners, that our focus on these details helps them to appreciate the home in a way they would have missed.  This is fun.  It's also fun to us that sometimes we see other photographers start to imitate our style and sprinkle in these detailed photos.  What's the old saying?  "Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery"

So, look for our rental home listings, and see how many detailed shots we include of door knobs, flooring, faucets and the like.  It's fun.