A few from various stately and heritage homes, mostly in the UK. Unlike real estate photography, which seems to want to homogenise the lighting while making everything appear clinical and sterile, these stately homes typically have their own characteristic and practical lighting. It is invariably unique to each room with pockets of (usually warm) light emanating from carefully placed lamps or chandeliers. The windows often have screens to block out harsh light lest it has a detrimental effect on fabrics. But this also precludes harsh contrasts between dark interiors and bright daylight allowing one to photograph at any time of day without resorting to bracketing or garish HDR. It's not simply about capturing the entire room; one has to get into the cosy spaces and enable the viewer to imagine being there, enjoying a regal respite...