Translating interiors
into visual stories.

Dry plants and flowers hanging from the ceiling above a wooden bed with a beige mattress.
Photo d'une chaise à la Villa Kerylos à Beaulieu sur Mer
A courtyard with a tree that has long, yellowish ribbons hanging from its branches. There is a white, round pedestal with a basin on top, and the background features classical columns and potted plants.
The image shows a view through doorways into a room with a large window, a bench, and a decorated wall with a blue curtain or backdrop.
Une carafe noire en céramique ou en verre sur une étagère en bois, entourée d'une structure en fil de bois ou en bambou.

Our work lies in the intersection of design and hospitality. We translate interiors into visual stories that let guests feel the atmosphere, the light, and the unique character before they even arrive.

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Stories

Our approach

We photograph stillness.

Our work is about memory. Quiet, enduring, timeless.
Not performance, not perfection.
But the subtle resonance of a place, the lingering feeling of being somewhere you never wished to leave.

For us, photography is not just about showing.
It is about evoking, about remembering.
Each image is an atmosphere. Each frame an emotion.
This is our approach.

What we create

  • A selection of 30–50 curated images capturing the essence of your hotel : the light, textures, and moments that make each space unique. Delivered ready for digital or print use, each photograph preserves the authentic atmosphere of your property.

  • One article crafted to convey your universe, values, and the experiences you offer, with the option to create more depending on your needs. A subtle narrative that brings your spaces to life and connects with your guests.

  • Each project is fully bespoke, from a single suite to the entire property, designed to reflect your identity. From concept to delivery, we create a cohesive visual universe that resonates with your audience.

All work is shot in natural light. No artificial styling. No staged guests.

With whom
we create

We create with those who care about presence, memory, and atmosphere.

Boutique and luxury hotels - properties that seek to convey a story, a feeling, and a timeless experience to their guests.

Hospitality brands and resorts - looking for imagery and narratives that reflect their identity and values.

Interior designers and architects - who wish their spaces to be captured with subtlety, texture, and emotion.

Lifestyle and travel brands - aiming for visual stories that resonate deeply with their audience.

Every project is a collaboration. We work closely with those who understand that images are not just pictures, but vessels of memory, crafting stories that linger long after the visit.

About Archives/36

Archives36 was founded by two people with a background in business strategy who are guided by a deep sensitivity to space, light and design.

We don’t stage. We don’t direct. We observe and translate space into visual emotion.

Available in France & Southeast Asia (Malaysia, Singapore).
Limited projects per season.

Contact

Select collaborations only. If our vision resonates, let’s create something memorable.

A black pottery bowl on a dark wooden table, with two wooden chairs facing the table, curtains in the background, and a patterned rug on the floor.