Making a 1 Bedroom Stand Out in a Crowded Market
One bedroom apartments are some of the most booked stays in Charlotte, which also makes them some of the most competitive. Guests compare dozens of similar listings, so the photos have to show quickly why this one is worth booking. For this apartment, the answer was easy: great decor and that uptown skyline view.
The Details Guests Will Notice
- A blue leather sectional that sets the tone for the whole living room
- Playful animal art, including a cow painting in the living area and a goat painting in the bedroom
- A kitchen with espresso cabinets, light-blue glass tile, and open shelves styled with wine glasses and plants
- A chevron headboard that gives the bedroom a modern, cozy look
- A granite vanity in the bathroom with a ladder shelf and sunburst mirrors
- Windows that frame the Charlotte skyline, which is a big selling point for any uptown stay
Capturing the View and the Interior Together
The hardest part of photographing an apartment with a view is getting both the room and the window right in the same shot. If you expose for the room, the skyline blows out to white. If you expose for the skyline, the room goes dark. I blended exposures so guests can see the furniture and the city behind it, just like they would standing in the apartment.
In a small space, angles matter too. I shot from the corners to show how the living room, kitchen, and dining area connect, then added closer shots of the tile, shelving, and art so guests get a feel for the style without the space looking cramped.
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