--- title: "Joseph Schell Photography — Photographers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/photographers/joseph-schell-photography-pfvwus-pf~1636931319 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1636931319.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Joseph Schell Photography" category: ["Photographers"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/2c3316ec0441aaf7_9752-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "Forest Knolls, California 94933, United States" latitude: 38.0122 longitude: -122.6907 phone: "(509) 263-4401" website: http://jschell_photo.houzz.com rating: 5 review_count: 4 followers: 51 last_updated: 2026-09-08 --- # Joseph Schell Photography Original Houzz profile: [Joseph Schell Photography](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/photographers/joseph-schell-photography-pfvwus-pf~1636931319) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Photographers - **Location:** Forest Knolls, CA - **Serves:** San Francisco, San Rafael, Novato, Mill Valley, Larkspur, San Anselmo, Tamalpais-Homestead Valley, Corte Madera, Kentfield, Sausalito, Lucas Valley-Marinwood, Santa Venetia, Marin City, Sleepy Hollow, Ross, Fairfax, Lagunitas-Forest Knolls, Inverness, Black Point-Green Point, Woodacre, Bolinas, Alto, Stinson Beach, Point Reyes Station, San Geronimo, Nicasio, East Bay, Forest Knolls, Greenbrae, Lagunitas, Olema, Peninsula - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (4 reviews) ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Houzz Photographer - 1,000 Ideabook Saves Commercial Photographer-Specializing in Architectural, Interior Design, Editorial and Marketing Material. ### Services Provided - Architectural Photography - Interior Design Photography - Real Estate Photography ### Areas Served - San Francisco - San Rafael - Novato - Mill Valley - Larkspur - San Anselmo - Tamalpais-Homestead Valley - Corte Madera - Kentfield - Sausalito - Lucas Valley-Marinwood - Santa Venetia - Marin City - Sleepy Hollow - Ross - Fairfax - Lagunitas-Forest Knolls - Inverness - Black Point-Green Point - Woodacre - Bolinas - Alto - Stinson Beach - Point Reyes Station - San Geronimo - Nicasio - East Bay - Forest Knolls - Greenbrae - Lagunitas - Olema - Peninsula ### Typical Job Cost $700 - 3,000 $1500 Day Rate $700/hr Half Day $200/hr Post Production ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Joseph Schell Photography | | Address | Forest Knolls, California 94933, United States | | Phone | (509) 263-4401 | | Website | http://jschell\_photo.houzz.com | | Followers on Houzz | 51 | ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Joseph Schell Photography](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/photographers/joseph-schell-photography-pfvwus-pf~1636931319) - **Website:** http://jschell_photo.houzz.com - **Phone:** (509) 263-4401 ## Credentials **Affiliations** - [American Institute of Architects, San Francisco](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/american-institute-of-architects-san-francisco-pfvwus-pf~788533068) - [Architecture For Humanity](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/professionals/schools-and-organizations/architecture-for-humanity-pfvwus-pf~344158813) - [Houzz Photographer Network](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/houzz-photographer-network-pfvwus-pf~1706612553) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 4 reviews** ### All 4 reviews **★★★★★ — Red Dot Studio, Sept. 2016** > We have hired Joseph to do multiple photo shoots. He has taken the time to understand the aesthetic of our firm and looks for shots that create a feeling to enhance that. He is particularly good at capturing interior spaces and not afraid of including people and pets in the images. Plus he is a pleasure to work with. **★★★★★ — stephenschell, Jan. 2015** > I have hired Joseph to photo several projects over the past 6-7 years. Joe typically surveys the site and gives me an estimate to do the project. He is generally flexible with the budget and timing to get the job done within my limitations. He is very thorough, typically taking many more photos (sometimes hundreds) than requested to get the perfect shots. He takes direction well however I am often surprised with the creative approach and composition. Joe listens carefully, has a great intuitive sense for what is needed and will also consider the perspective of the target client to develop the composition and attitude. > > The photos are used for my on-line portfolio enabling me to present specifically relevant images to clients. My clients are architects with whom I collaborate, providing environmental graphics and signage to their clients: educational institutions, municipalities and retailers. **★★★★★ — Alden Miller Interiors, Nov. 2014** > Joseph is a fantastic photographer and the best at capturing people in architectural settings. He has a thorough understanding of showing off a space by connecting the user. I have been very happy using Joseph to document my work and capture the details that make a project truly a home. I also appreciate the attention Joe puts into understanding what parts of a project are important to me and making sure I have all the shots that I need. In addition to being efficient and effective, he has a great eye and is a pleasure to work with. **★★★★★ — DNM Architecture, Nov. 2014** > Joseph has photographed three of my building projects. In addition to providing very high quality photos, I always appreciate his unique perspective and eye for detail. He is also efficient, creative, productive and reliable - very important qualities when we are on deadline. ## Selected projects - [Terasita Project](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/terasita-project-pj-vj~2806766) - Location: San Francisco, CA - Photos: 13 - [Sutter St. Project](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sutter-st-project-pj-vj~2813417) - Location: San Francisco, CA - Photos: 10 - [Sharon Park](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sharon-park-pj-vj~2806765) - Location: Menlo Park, CA - Photos: 7 - [32 Nelson St-Red Dot Studio](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/32-nelson-st-red-dot-studio-pj-vj~2012242) - Location: Mill Valley, CA - Photos: 14 - [Walter Street Victorian Transition to Modern](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/walter-street-victorian-transition-to-modern-pj-vj~2011289) - Location: San Francisco, CA - Photos: 14 - Description: The client came to Modern Craft looking to have his Victorian home in the Castro fully renovated. He had in mind an aesthetic that blended both a modern and traditional look. As an artist and musician he envisioned a space that could act as a canvas for his artwork, but with a touch of warmth and woodwork. To begin, Modern Craft designed a reconfigured space with an open kitchen and dining area. The kitchen was moved from the center of the home to the back and featured herringbone tiles, natural… - [Minimalist Living Space](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/minimalist-living-space-pj-vj~2523032) - Location: San Francisco, CA - Photos: 14 - [An Incandescent Home in Bernal Heights](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/an-incandescent-home-in-bernal-heights-pj-vj~4114696) - Location: San Francisco, CA - Photos: 3 - Description: This Bernal Heights home is a refuge for happiness. Architect Mason Kirby transformed a typical single-story San Francisco residence into a two-story home that is positively incandescent from places in the city, especially Bernal Hill. Inside and out, this home is now able to ignite a frenzy of creativity, happiness and joy for the homeowner and any passersby. - [Room for Children and Toys in Bernal Heights](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/room-for-children-and-toys-in-bernal-heights-pj-vj~530108) - Location: San Francisco, CA - Photos: 18 - Description: This old home was given new life and converted from a small two bedroom into a suitable four bedroom with character for a growing family with personality. Beyond adding two bedrooms, a stairwell connecting multiple levels, two bathrooms, remodeling the kitchen and adding a roof deck, the home was filled with sunlight from large windows. Now the family has plenty of space for children and adults to play, entertain and store toys. - [Duboce Park Modern Home Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/duboce-park-modern-home-remodel-pj-vj~1874677) - Location: San Francisco, CA - Photos: 15 - Description: The clients' desire for the remodel was to renovate the building with more modern features and design, while preserving some of the original Victorian architecture. To begin, the team would need to reconfigure the space to produce an open kitchen and living area, and to design an additional floor level. A modern staircase was created featuring steel and white oak. The elegant living room featured Schonbek chandeliers, a fireplace designed with reclaimed wood from the original Victorian era firep… - [Bernal Heights Modern Renovation in the Contemporary Style](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bernal-heights-modern-renovation-in-the-contemporary-style-pj-vj~3457) - Location: San Francisco, CA - Photos: 16 - Description: In the heart of the Bernal Heights neighborhood of San Francisco, California, this home was remodeled into a modern contemporary to fit the needs of a family with children. Throughout the home hardwoods were incorporated to make the space warm and inviting. Together, the family can enjoy home time in the interconnected kitchen, dining room and living room. - [2 Floors to 3—A Space for Parents, Growing Boys and a Baby Girl](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/2-floors-to-3a-space-for-parents-growing-boys-and-a-baby-girl-pj-vj~4112298) - Location: San Francisco, CA - Photos: 30 - Description: Real Estate agent Stefano Dezerega sees the high notes and low notes of San Francisco's residential architecture everyday. When he toured a soon-to-be listed 1950s home on the edge of Bernal Heights Park, he walked through a very enclosed house. After all, that’s how they used to build them in the middle of 20th century. 180 degrees of the house had breathtaking views of the bay, but those views could only be experienced from the bedrooms. Architect Mason Kirby was selected to redesign the home… - [Red Tile Love—A Kitchen & Bath Remodel Inspired by Tile](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/red-tile-lovea-kitchen-and-bath-remodel-inspired-by-tile-pj-vj~4112275) - Location: San Francisco, CA - Photos: 5 - Description: It all started with the need for more living space, and a sample of firetruck-red hearth tile discovered at a home design center. As the homeowners began to dream of redesigning their home from the bottom up, their thoughts first turned to the kitchen. Being original to mid-century home, the kitchen had minimal modern functional luxuries. Once they saw the red tile, it began to inspire other ideas for modernizing, not just the kitchen, but the entire home. One idea led to another, and soon they… - [Piedmont Craftsmen Keeps Character Through Complete Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/piedmont-craftsmen-keeps-character-through-complete-remodel-pj-vj~530090) - Location: Piedmont, CA - Photos: 19 - Description: In Piedmont a growing family purchased an old, crooked, craftsmen that was falling down a hill but had an amazing view of Oakland. They wanted to do a complete remodel but keep the original craftsmen character. The acquired solution: total gut of the three story home, then incorporate craftsman details into the new design. Originally the home had both living and sleeping areas on the top two floors. When this house was redesigned, the third floor and entry point of the home became a large living… - [Built for Art in Pacific Heights](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/built-for-art-in-pacific-heights-pj-vj~530446) - Location: San Francisco, CA - Photos: 25 - Description: For a mature couple with expansive art and sculpture collection, this Pacific Heights home was remodeled. The couple sought an architect who could design in the San Franciscan provincial and Asian style, as well as create an enhanced space for their art collection. Mason's solution was to design the home around the clients' art collection. Piece by piece, room by room, an art gallery and a home became unexpectedly intertwined. When the remodel was complete the couple had a fusion style home with… - [A Durable House for 2 Boys and a Large Dog](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/a-durable-house-for-2-boys-and-a-large-dog-pj-vj~4116078) - Location: San Francisco, CA - Photos: 3 - Description: Two active boys and a large dog called this Bernal Heights home their playhouse. For their parents, however, the house was not quite as amusing — with a crumbling infrastructure and an awkward layout. Finally, enough was enough. They called Architect Mason Kirby to see how he could breathe new life into this albatross. Mason and his team redesigned their home, starting with a new foundation. A warm palette of durable and lasting finishes was selected that would give the home a much needed faceli… - [A Victorian Reimagined](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/a-victorian-reimagined-pj-vj~4111935) - Location: San Francisco, CA - Photos: 34 - Description: The Bernal Heights Neighborhood of San Francisco is known for its stunning views and its tight-knit community. It’s a place where many families put down their roots. Returning back to the idea of roots, our clients purchased their old victorian home in Bernal Heights shortly after they were married. Then along came two kids and a dog. Suddenly, their home—with its narrow hallways and small rooms—no longer suited their needs. With their love for the location and their neighbors, moving was not an… - [Stroad Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/stroad-residence-pj-vj~3540541) - Location: San Francisco, CA - Photos: 11 - Description: San Francisco row house. A new kitchen wraps a central light court to create a welcoming light filled work space for a home chef. Despite being located in the center of the home each prep area of the kitchen is naturally lit. A semi-recessed wall of cabinets provides storage and keeps the work surfaces open and unobstructed. "I am SO Proud to show off my new kitchen - and many people entering my house tell me that they LOVE it - so I want to take this occasion to thank you once again for your gr… - [Glen Park New Home Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/glen-park-new-home-remodel-pj-vj~2516620) - Location: San Francisco, CA - Photos: 18 - [Urban LEED Platinum](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/urban-leed-platinum-pj-vj~135294) - Location: San Francisco, CA - Photos: 32 - Description: This urban home in an established San Francisco neighborhood demonstrates that LEED Platinum level sustainability can be achieved in any setting. With a crisp modern aesthetic, the architecture is site driven while making smart choices to minimize energy use and maximize space. Certified LEED Platinum, the custom home for a technology company executive fits snugly in a 25x75 foot lot in in San Francisco's Castro/Upper Market neighborhood. The 25' square plan contains 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths in… - [Coastal Cabin - Pacifica](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/coastal-cabin-pacifica-pj-vj~754316) - Location: Pacifica, CA - Photos: 5 [See all 26 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/photographers/joseph-schell-photography-pfvwus-pf~1636931319) ## Ideabooks - [jschell\_photo's ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/52058423/list/jschell-photo-s-ideas) — 4 ideas [See all 1 ideabook](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/jschell-photo) ## Community Q&A **Q: I like this door. Where do you buy the door?** *(in Photo Questions)* Where do you buy the door? A: Sorry, I was just the photographer on this project. **Q: What color furniture goes with purple carpet?** *(in Photo Questions)* chocolate, tan, brown, creme A: Chocolate **Q: Chairs** *(in Photo Questions)* Where did you purchase the chairs A: Sorry, i don't have that info Kelly. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-08.*