In short: The 12 spring photoshoot locations in Australia for 2026 on A Perfect Space are gardens, colourful homes and light-filled studios across New South Wales, Victoria and Queensland, including Devil Wears Prada, a colour-drenched studio in Darlinghurst; Elmwood, an 1886 homestead on about 3 acres of gardens near Bowral; Calabasas, a resort-scale estate in the Gold Coast hinterland; and The Collective, a light-filled 420 sqm warehouse studio in Brunswick East.
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Last updated 30 October 2026. Information from aperfectspace.com.
Spring is when briefs turn to colour, gardens and light. Fresh campaigns, garden parties and launches all compete for the same weekends, and the best-looking spaces go first. Here are 12 spring locations to shortlist, grouped by the look you're after.
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- Colourful Spring Shoot Locations: Devil Wears Prada, Dolce Vita, Glanmire, Playful Meek
- Spring Garden Party and Event Venues: Elmwood, Santorini Sky, Campana, Calabasas
- Light-Filled Spring Shoot Locations: Marlow, Nova Revive, The Collective, The Shack
- Black Label: Acapulco
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Spring Shoot Locations Compared
| Location | Area | Theme | Look | Standout | Uses |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Devil Wears Prada | Darlinghurst, NSW | Colour | Colour-drenched studio | Mustard and Peach rooms | Stills, TVC, film, events |
| Dolce Vita | Middle Park, VIC | Colour | Designer Victorian | Sage marble, pink marble table | Stills, TVC, film, events |
| Glanmire | St Kilda West, VIC | Colour | Colourful Edwardian | Dark blue living room | Stills, TVC, film, events |
| Playful Meek | Newtown, VIC | Colour | Pastel Edwardian cottage | Green and pink kitchen | Stills, TVC, film |
| Elmwood | Burradoo, NSW | Garden party | Victorian homestead | 3 acres of gardens | Stills, TVC, film, events |
| Santorini Sky | Mosman, NSW | Garden party | Mediterranean home | Water views, arches | Stills, TVC, film |
| Campana | Malvern East, VIC | Garden party | Moody Federation | Indoor-outdoor living | Stills, TVC, film |
| Calabasas | Tallebudgera Valley, QLD | Garden party | Mediterranean resort | 25 m palm-lined pool | Stills, TVC, film, events |
| Marlow | Beaumaris, VIC | Light and air | Bright coastal home | North-facing living | Stills, TVC, film |
| Nova Revive | Haberfield, NSW | Light and air | Bright Federation home | Pool and stained glass | Stills, TVC, film, events |
| The Collective | Brunswick East, VIC | Light and air | Light-filled warehouse | Cyc plus north-light studio | Stills, TVC, film, events |
| The Shack | Loch Sport, VIC | Light and air | Lakeside beach house | Lake Victoria views | Stills, TVC, film |
Colourful Spring Shoot Locations
Petals and pigments: colour-drenched rooms and designer palettes for fashion, beauty and interiors.
Devil Wears Prada, Darlinghurst NSW: Colour-drenched studio for Spring Shoots
Scout’s verdict: Book Devil Wears Prada for colour-drenched fashion sets: a three-storey concept store and studio in a Darlinghurst terrace, with floor-to-ceiling Mustard and Peach rooms and mirrors throughout.
Photos of Devil Wears Prada on A Perfect Space
Devil Wears Prada key facts
| Location | Darlinghurst, Sydney, NSW |
|---|---|
| Property type | Concept store and studio in a three-storey terrace |
| Colour sets | The Mustard Room and the Peach Room, floor-to-ceiling colour |
| Flexibility | Removable styling racks, full-length curtains to create zones, white timber floors |
| Extras | Large mirrors, giant custom table upstairs, all-white courtyard, fashion studio area on request |
| Uses | Stills, TVC and video, TV series and film, events |
Why hirers book Devil Wears Prada
- Bold colour on tap: two colour-drenched rooms.
- Blank canvas option: remove the racks for a gallery-style space.
- Natural light: flooded with light through the day.
Best for
Fashion and beauty editorials, product shoots, pop-ups, launches and content.
Dolce Vita, Middle Park VIC: Designer Victorian for Spring Shoots
Scout’s verdict: Book Dolce Vita for a warm designer palette: a Victorian home with Venetian plaster, sage green marble, burnt orange leather and a pale pink marble dining table.
Photos of Dolce Vita on A Perfect Space
Dolce Vita key facts
| Location | Middle Park, Melbourne, VIC |
|---|---|
| Property type | Private home, Victorian, single storey |
| Palette | Venetian plaster, limestone floors, sage green marble, burnt orange leather banquette, pale pink marble table |
| Highlights | Cocktail bar with wine storage, curved bifold doors to courtyard garden and alfresco |
| Rooms | 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 living rooms |
| Uses | Stills, TVC and video, TV series and film, events |
Why hirers book Dolce Vita
- Distinctive tones: a palette that photographs with real character.
- Two eras: Victorian front rooms and a contemporary rear.
- Spring light: curved bifolds open to the courtyard.
Best for
Food and interiors, entertaining and drinks content, fashion, small events.
Glanmire, St Kilda West VIC: Colourful Edwardian for Spring Shoots
Scout’s verdict: Book Glanmire for colour against heritage: a renovated Edwardian home with a dark blue living room, stained glass, a blue front door, artworks and a pool.
Photos of Glanmire on A Perfect Space
Glanmire key facts
| Location | St Kilda West, Melbourne, VIC |
|---|---|
| Property type | Private home, Edwardian, renovated |
| Palette | Dark blue living room, neutral kitchen and bedrooms with pops of colour |
| Highlights | Stained-glass windows, blue front door, artworks, swimming pool |
| Logistics | Wifi, air conditioning, accessible outlets |
| Capacity | 21 to 50 |
| Uses | Stills, TVC and video, TV series and film, events |
Why hirers book Glanmire
- Each room its own palette: moody blue to soft neutrals.
- Heritage detail: stained glass and an architectural facade.
- Pool: an extra exterior set.
Best for
Fashion shoots, home and lifestyle showcases, TVC.
Playful Meek, Newtown VIC: Pastel Edwardian cottage for Spring Shoots
Scout’s verdict: Book Playful Meek for playful pastel tones: an Edwardian weatherboard cottage with forest green kitchen cabinetry and dusty pink porcelain tiles inspired by its garden.
Photos of Playful Meek on A Perfect Space
Playful Meek key facts
| Location | Newtown, VIC |
|---|---|
| Property type | Private home, Edwardian weatherboard cottage |
| Palette | Forest green kitchen cabinetry, dusty pink square porcelain tiles |
| Feel | Chic, playful and light-filled |
| Gallery | Shot by an architectural photographer, per the listing |
| Uses | Stills, TVC and video, TV series and film |
Why hirers book Playful Meek
- Garden-inspired colour: greens and pinks perfect for spring.
- Light-filled: made for bright ads and shoots.
- Characterful: a renovated heritage cottage.
Best for
Light-filled advertisements, homewares, food and lifestyle stills.
Spring Garden Party and Event Venues
Manicured gardens, poolside alfresco areas and resort-scale grounds for spring parties and launches.
Elmwood, Burradoo NSW: Victorian homestead for Spring Shoots
Scout’s verdict: Book Elmwood for a classic spring garden party near Bowral: a Victorian-era homestead circa 1886 on about 3 acres of manicured gardens, with a wraparound verandah and a long tree-lined drive.
Photos of Elmwood on A Perfect Space
Elmwood key facts
| Location | Burradoo, near Bowral, Southern Highlands, NSW |
|---|---|
| Property type | Estate / mansion, Victorian, circa 1886 |
| Highlights | Wraparound verandah, white lacework, encaustic tiled entrance hall, crystal chandelier |
| Grounds | About 3 acres of manicured gardens and lawns |
| Rooms | 6 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, 2 living rooms |
| Crew | Room for base camp, equipment staging and parking; private tree-lined driveway |
| Uses | Stills, TVC and video, TV series and film, events |
Why hirers book Elmwood
- Garden party ready: lawns and private garden areas.
- Period elegance: lacework, chandeliers and tessellated floors.
- Crew-friendly: discreet access and room for base camp.
Best for
Spring garden parties, bridal and fashion, period drama, TVC.
Santorini Sky, Mosman NSW: Mediterranean home for Spring Shoots
Scout’s verdict: Book Santorini Sky for Mediterranean spring light in Sydney: a tri-level home with north-facing water views, arches, a curved staircase and a poolside alfresco with pizza oven.
Photos of Santorini Sky on A Perfect Space
Santorini Sky key facts
| Location | Mosman, Sydney, NSW |
|---|---|
| Property type | Private home, tri-level new build |
| Highlights | North-facing water views, pool, curved built-in seating, pizza oven |
| Look | Exposed and painted stone, arches, blonde flooring |
| Rooms | 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms |
| Uses | Stills, TVC and video, TV series and film |
Why hirers book Santorini Sky
- Arches everywhere: a Greek-island feel.
- Streams of light: water views from every window.
- Poolside alfresco: garden and seating for entertaining scenes.
Best for
Fashion and lifestyle campaigns, stills, TVC and film. Events are not listed.
Campana, Malvern East VIC: Moody Federation for Spring Shoots
Scout’s verdict: Book Campana for indoor-outdoor entertaining: a renovated Federation home with a vast pitched-roof living area that opens to a landscaped garden, pool and bar.
Photos of Campana on A Perfect Space
Campana key facts
| Location | Malvern East, Melbourne, VIC |
|---|---|
| Property type | Private home, renovated Federation |
| Highlights | Pitched-roof indoor-outdoor living, landscaped garden, pool, bar, kids' playroom |
| Rooms | 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 living rooms |
| Logistics | On-site, garage and street parking; wifi; air conditioning |
| Uses | Stills, TVC and video, TV series and film |
Why hirers book Campana
- Entertaining scenes: a dramatic indoor-outdoor space.
- Family-ready: a playroom for family content.
- Flexible palette: dark, moody finishes that adapt to brands.
Best for
Lifestyle and family campaigns, entertaining content, TVC and film.
Calabasas, Tallebudgera Valley QLD: Mediterranean resort for Spring Shoots
Scout’s verdict: Book Calabasas for big spring events on the Gold Coast hinterland: a Mediterranean resort-scale estate with a 25 m palm-lined pool, tennis court, three-hole golf area and creek.
Photos of Calabasas on A Perfect Space
Calabasas key facts
| Location | Tallebudgera Valley, QLD |
|---|---|
| Property type | Estate / mansion, Mediterranean-inspired |
| Highlights | 25 m palm-lined pool, tennis court, three-hole golf area, natural creek, lawns and subtropical gardens |
| Rooms | 5 bedrooms, 8 bathrooms |
| Logistics | On-site parking, long driveway, three-phase power, EV charger |
| Capacity | 100+ |
| Uses | Stills, TVC and video, TV series and film, events |
Why hirers book Calabasas
- Venue scale: the footprint of a commercial venue.
- Garden range: lawns, gardens and creek.
- Event-ready: capacity of 100+.
Best for
Spring events and activations, luxury campaigns, TVC and film.
Light-Filled Spring Shoot Locations
Light and air: north-facing homes, factory windows and lakeside decks for soft spring light.
Marlow, Beaumaris VIC: Bright coastal home for Spring Shoots
Scout’s verdict: Book Marlow for soft, bright natural light: a renovated single-storey coastal home in Beaumaris built around an expansive north-facing kitchen, living and dining area.
Photos of Marlow on A Perfect Space
Marlow key facts
| Location | Beaumaris, Melbourne, VIC |
|---|---|
| Property type | Private home, renovated, single storey |
| Look | Refined coastal aesthetic, soft neutral palette |
| Rooms | 4 bedrooms, second living room, study |
| Logistics | Off-street parking for 2 to 3 vehicles, front-to-rear access through the garage, fenced frontage with electric gate |
| Uses | Stills, TVC and video, TV series and film |
Why hirers book Marlow
- North-facing light: bright, understated interiors.
- Easy logistics: garage access and off-street parking.
- Privacy: a fenced frontage with an electric gate.
Best for
Lifestyle, editorial, advertising and content productions.
Nova Revive, Haberfield NSW: Bright Federation home for Spring Shoots
Scout’s verdict: Book Nova Revive for heritage in bright light: a renovated Federation home in Haberfield with timber floors, stained glass, high ornate ceilings, a fireplace and a large pool.
Photos of Nova Revive on A Perfect Space
Nova Revive key facts
| Location | Haberfield, Sydney, NSW, 6.5 km west of the city |
|---|---|
| Property type | Private home, Federation, single storey |
| Highlights | Long bright hallway, stained-glass windows, traditional fireplace, large pool, wraparound deck |
| Rooms | The description says five bedrooms and two bathrooms |
| Logistics | Accessible single-storey home, two-car garage, workshed, catering |
| Land | 911 sqm corner block |
| Uses | Stills, TVC and video, TV series and film, events |
Why hirers book Nova Revive
- Light-filled: bright interiors and hallway.
- Heritage detail: stained glass and intricate ceilings.
- Indoor and outdoor: pool and wraparound deck.
Best for
Photoshoots, TVC, film series and events.
The Collective, Brunswick East VIC: Light-filled warehouse for Spring Shoots
Scout’s verdict: Book The Collective for a light-filled warehouse studio: 420 sqm across two studios in Brunswick East, with steel-framed factory windows, a large cyclorama and a soft north-light studio.
Photos of The Collective on A Perfect Space
The Collective key facts
| Location | Brunswick East, Melbourne, VIC |
|---|---|
| Property type | Converted warehouse studio and event space |
| Studio 1 | 330 sqm column-free, cyclorama 7 m wide, 8 m deep, 3.5 m high, black polished concrete |
| Studio 2 | North-facing frosted window with soft, consistent natural light |
| Access | Drive-in access 2.6 m wide and 3.6 m high |
| Included | Client lounge, private garden, Sonos, wifi, grip and styling equipment |
| Capacity | 50 to 100 |
| Uses | Stills, TVC and video, TV series and film, events |
Why hirers book The Collective
- Day to night: factory light by day, festoon lighting by night.
- Drive-in load-in: easy for bigger productions.
- Gear included: grip and styling equipment in the hire.
Best for
Fashion, food, portraits, product launches, runways and events.
The Shack, Loch Sport VIC: Lakeside beach house for Spring Shoots
Scout’s verdict: Book The Shack for relaxed lakeside light: a two-level beach house on Lake Victoria near 90 Mile Beach and national park, with elevated decks and lake views.
Photos of The Shack on A Perfect Space
The Shack key facts
| Location | Loch Sport, Gippsland, VIC |
|---|---|
| Property type | Private home, two-level beach house |
| Highlights | Lake views, elevated decks, BBQ areas, open plan living |
| Nearby | 90 Mile Beach and national park within minutes |
| Rooms | 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom |
| Logistics | Off-street parking for multiple vehicles and trailers |
| Uses | Stills, TVC and video, TV series and film |
Why hirers book The Shack
- Lived-in authenticity: needs little dressing.
- Three environments nearby: lake, beach and national park.
- Crew comfort: space for cast and crew on long days.
Best for
Coastal lifestyle, travel, family stories, TVC and film.
Black Label Feature: Acapulco, Brighton
Our spring collection also spotlights Acapulco in Brighton from A Perfect Space's private, enquiry-only Black Label Collection: "a private bayside retreat made for immersive events, activations and summer entertaining." View the Acapulco lookbook or contact the team to enquire.
Which Spring Location Suits Your Brief?
- Bold colour, fashion and beauty: Devil Wears Prada, Glanmire.
- Designer palette for food and interiors: Dolce Vita, Playful Meek.
- Classic garden party: Elmwood.
- Poolside entertaining: Santorini Sky, Campana, Calabasas, Nova Revive.
- Big events and activations: Calabasas, The Collective.
- Soft natural light: Marlow, Nova Revive, The Collective, The Shack.
Browse more light and bright locations, poolside locations and event-ready venues, or search New South Wales, Victoria and Queensland. Planning ahead? See our summer shoot locations guide.
Why Book Now
Spring is short, and gardens and light are at their best for only a few weeks. Shortlist your favourites now and book a recce while your dates are still open.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best spring shoot locations in Australia for 2026?
A Perfect Space lists spring shoot locations including Devil Wears Prada in Darlinghurst (NSW), Elmwood in Burradoo (NSW), Calabasas in Tallebudgera Valley (QLD), Dolce Vita in Middle Park (VIC), Marlow in Beaumaris (VIC) and The Collective in Brunswick East (VIC).
Where can I host a spring garden party or event?
Elmwood near Bowral has about 3 acres of manicured gardens, Calabasas in the Gold Coast hinterland is listed for 100+ guests, and The Collective in Brunswick East is a 420 sqm studio and event space. Devil Wears Prada, Dolce Vita, Glanmire and Nova Revive are also listed for events.
Which locations suit colourful fashion and beauty shoots?
Devil Wears Prada in Darlinghurst has floor-to-ceiling Mustard and Peach rooms with mirrors throughout, Glanmire in St Kilda West has a dark blue living room, and Dolce Vita and Playful Meek offer designer colour palettes.
Which spring locations have the best natural light?
Marlow in Beaumaris has an expansive north-facing living area, The Collective's Studio 2 has soft north light through a frosted window, Nova Revive is light-filled throughout, and The Shack sits on Lake Victoria with lake views.
How much does it cost to hire these locations?
Rates vary by location, hours and production type. Each listing on A Perfect Space shows its current published rate, and additional charges and loadings may apply.
How to Book a Spring Shoot Location
- Create an account or sign in at aperfectspace.com.
- Shortlist your favourites and share the PDF, with live links, with your team or client.
- Book a recce or make a booking straight from the listing.
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