David Duncan Livingston

Name: David Duncan Livingston
Address: 1036 Erica Road, Mill Valley, CA, 94941, United States
Telephone: +1 415-383-0898
Rating: 5

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Best of Houzz Design Photography 2020, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015. Livingston makes publish-ready photos of interiors and architecture. David works as a photographer, art director and when needed stylist and is hired by up and coming and top established interior design and architecture firms. Livingston is also hired by retailers and manufacturers such as RH, Oly, Brownstone, SubZero, Wilsonart, Cambrea among many others.

Services Provided

Aerial Photography, Architectural Photography, Interior Design Photography, Art Direction, Photography Styling, PR Consultation, Creative Design, Producer

Areas Served

Belvedere, Belvedere Tiburon, Corte Madera, Kentfield, Larkspur, Mill Valley, Ross, San Anselmo, San Francisco, San Rafael, Sausalito, Stinson Beach, Tamalpais-Homestead Valley, Tiburon, Piedmont, Orinda, Lafayette, Moraga, Diablo, Danville, Alamo, Blackhawk, Tahoe City, Napa, Calistoga, St. Helena, Carmel, Santa Barbara, Healdsburg, Russian River, Santa Rosa, Santa Cruz, Mountain View, San Jose, Saratoga, Los Altos, Cupertino, Los Gatos, Monte Sereno, Menlo Park, Palo Alto, Portola Valley, Hillsborough, Burlinggame, Martis Camp, Aspen, Jackson Hole

Awards

Houzz Service Award 2020, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015 Houzz Design Award for Photography 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015 Photographer of the Year, Hawaii Book Publishers

44 Projects

This is an example of a classic kitchen in San Francisco.

Business Details

Business Name

David Duncan Livingston

Phone Number

+1 415-383-0898

Website

davidduncanlivingston.com

Address

1036 Erica Road
Mill Valley, CA 94941

Typical Job Cost

$1000 - $7,000

For most photoshoots, the fee is $200 per photo and includes a pre-shoot conversation, the art direction & styling as needed, the shooting time and the Photoshop adjustments. Travel expenses are not included, fees may be adjusted for corporate & commercial entities & for emerging design firms. Deliverables are high-resolution publish-ready photos in tiff format. Copyright is held by the photographer. The commissioning party has unlimited use of the photos in any media.

Licence Number

Interior Architecture Photos

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48 Reviews for David Duncan Livingston

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Shannon White Design

One-Hour Marketing & PR Consultation: David's background in photography and print media allows him to share unique insights into how to marketing for interior designers. I got a lot out of our consultation. We reviewed tips on how to stage photoshoots, tips for using instagram to best advantage and discussed editorial publications and how best to approach them. I would recommend a consultation to any emerging or established Interior Designer interested in increasing their visibility.

10 December, 2019

Jennifer Tulley Architects

We have worked with David on many Residential and Commercial Interiors projects. He is very knowledgeable, experienced, and a key professional partner during these photoshoots. Prior to the day, David is very helpful in identifying shots, styling and art directions. During the shoot, he is a delight to work with: He previews each shot, discusses his artistic and spacial vision for the space while welcoming our input, moves efficiently and thoughtfully through the different shots and communicates well through it all. He is able to see the project through the eyes of a magazine editor. It is a pleasure to watch him do his art! As for the results, he oversees and delivers impeccable Photoshop work in a timely manner. We recommend him wholeheartedly.

23 January, 2018

Comment from David Duncan Livingston:

Thanks, Jennifer. One of the things I love about shooting your projects is how well you integrate the new with the old. Your attention to scale is perfect and your eye for the details and transitions is clearly thought out. I look forward photographing your new projects.

Miyuki Yamaguchi Design Studio

David is definitely my go-to-photographer! While many other photographers shoot as is, David works with me to style each shot with "what a magazine editor would find in this particular shot" in mind. So during a pre-shoot discussion, we clarify what is important, what story each shot will convey, what artistic direction we want to take to appeal to potential clients and editors. And during shooting, he moves quickly and thoughtfully, wearing many different hats. He is fast! His impeccable Photoshop work is amazing, too. I highly recommend David.

22 January, 2018

Comment from David Duncan Livingston:

Miyuki, thanks for letting me be your go-to-photographer. I like the range of work you create and the collaboration we have while making your photos!

Suzanne Childress Design

When I first moved to San Francisco I bought a beautiful design book on classic San Francisco homes that was photographed by David. Who knew years later we would work together. Given his experience and impressive portfolio, I knew the end result would be excellent. He is a consummate professional with a precise eye for light, balance, and detail. He has immense knowledge on what it takes to get work published and provides thoughtful insight. He will work with details to get the shot just right. The last project he photographed for me was featured in Rue. Not to mention, he is fun to work with!

22 January, 2018

Comment from David Duncan Livingston:

Suzanne, I love how you like to jump totally into your design projects. You not only make home look right but they feel right for your homeowners, each with its own personality. I look forward to photographing other homes and show the story they hold within.

Shelley & Company Interior Design

David is such a pleasure to work with! Incredibly seasoned and professional, his industry knowledge and expertise brings so much to every photo shoot. I cannot recommend him more highly.

21 March, 2017

Courtney B. Smith Design

David is a professional and an artist. He is able to see a space in its best light and takes the time to massage furnishings and accessories to help create the perfect composition. David doesn't "take the shot," he helps to actually compose the vignette and moment. The result of his careful artistry is that my potential clients feel that they could crawl into his photos and get comfortable -- his work makes my work so much easier!

6 March, 2017

Comment from David Duncan Livingston:

Courtney has such a great passion for design. She searches the world for one of a kind pieces and pulls them together in a wonderful fresh yet traditional way. It was great working with her.

Lisa Odyniec Design

David Duncan Livingston is a pleasure to work with for many reasons, not the least of which is the strength of the images he captures. His depth of experience and training as an architect allow him to quickly understand a project, finding the best vantage points to convey the design and space in a 2-dimensional composition. He is generous with his styling talents, combining “less is more” with “consistency is more”. I also appreciate David’s technique and use of natural light. His equipment is technologically current, he is professional and focused for the duration of the shoot. David is involved in the design and publishing community, connecting projects to editors. He tells the design story and balances it all with a well-traveled + worldly sense of humor.

3 March, 2017

Comment from David Duncan Livingston:

Lisa is a perfectionist, it shows in not a stuffy way but with the care and attention to the smallest of details. It was a joy to photograph this modern wonder in the mountains!

Laura Hunt Design

Working with David is so easy and such a pleasure. Before the shoot we met on site for a walkthrough and he took his time, made suggestions regarding what pieces to bring in and what to remove for the shoot. Drawing on his many years of experience, he clearly understands what it takes to get a great shot. David understands the narrative of a design project and how magazine editors need to see the story in photos. He is a perfectionist in setting and editing each photo. He is efficient, quick with the final edits, and accommodating in every way. Cannot wait to work with him again.

28 February, 2017

Pierre Carpenter

Great work, David is worth trusting and has extraordinary human quality. I personally recommand his service. It's been a pleasure :)

31 May, 2016

Kimberley Harrison Interiors

I had the best experience working with David Duncan Livingston (DDL). Not only is David an excellent photographer with an innate ability to know what works in regard to telling a story about the project but he is extremely knowledgeable about the interior design world in general. DDL has a great sense of knowing how to cohesively tell a story about the design project. He has a very discerning eye to understand what works well in a photograph and further edits the process to perfection. The end result is that all the photos work together in a manner that tells a cohesive story. I throughly enjoyed working with DDL, he was very knowledgeable but also very easy to work with! Further, DDL offered me his insight on a number of things during the process and his perspective was dead on. I highly recommend DDL and can't wait to work with him again.

19 May, 2016

Tierney Conner Architecture

David is a very thoughtful and experienced architectural photographer. He has captured several of our projects in the San Francisco Bay Area and always brings a sense of ease, calm and focused attention to the photo shoot. David's collaborative work style enables us to find the story behind each project. Having hired a number of other photographers in the past, what we like about David's photographs is the balanced use of natural light and current digital technology for a final image that is stunning. We highly recommend hiring David for your interiors, architecture or lifestyle projects.

21 January, 2016

Kelley Myerberg Interiors

David was very professional and brought years of experience to our photo shoot. He is knowledgeable about the process, has an amazing eye and even helped me style each shot. He was able to shoot an entire house in one day without sacrificing quality - not an easy task! I was extremely satisfied with my photos and wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to others.

11 January, 2016

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3 July, 2019

Commented: What color is the wall?custom color

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