--- title: "Zack Benson Photography — Photographers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/photographers/zack-benson-photography-pfvwus-pf~2080458285 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~2080458285.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Zack Benson Photography" category: ["Photographers"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/d933e0610dac7b16_6693-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "Upon Request, San Diego, California 92117, United States" latitude: 32.8239 longitude: -117.1965 phone: "(760) 505-6997" website: http://www.zackbenson.com rating: 5 review_count: 5 best_of_houzz_awards: 9 followers: 158 last_updated: 2026-08-14 --- # Zack Benson Photography Original Houzz profile: [Zack Benson Photography](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/photographers/zack-benson-photography-pfvwus-pf~2080458285) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Photographers - **Location:** San Diego, CA - **Serves:** San Diego, University City, National City, Poway, Point Loma San Diego, La Jolla, Ocean Beach San Diego, Lemon Grove, Coronado, Del Mar, Rancho Santa Fe, Del Mar Heights San Diego, Hill Crest San Diego, Logan Heights San Diego, Mission Hills San Diego, Mission Valley San Diego, Tierrasanta San Diego, Worldwide - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (5 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 9 awards (2012–2023), for Design, Design Photography, Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - Houzz Photographer - 25,000 Ideabook Saves Architectural photographer Zack Benson is based in San Diego and focuses on architecture and interior design photography for architects, designers, contractors, manufacturers and hotels. ### Services Provided - Architectural Photography - Interior Design Photography ### Areas Served - San Diego - University City - National City - Poway - Point Loma San Diego - La Jolla - Ocean Beach San Diego - Lemon Grove - Coronado - Del Mar - Rancho Santa Fe - Del Mar Heights San Diego - Hill Crest San Diego - Logan Heights San Diego - Mission Hills San Diego - Mission Valley San Diego - Tierrasanta San Diego - Worldwide ### Typical Job Cost $950 - 3,500 Please email me at zack@zackbenson.com ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Zack Benson Photography | | Address | Upon Request, San Diego, California 92117, United States | | Phone | (760) 505-6997 | | Website | http://www.zackbenson.com | | Followers on Houzz | 158 | **Social profiles:** - X (Twitter) — https://instagram.com/zackbensonphoto/ - LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/zackbenson - Blog — http://zackbenson.com/blog/ ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Zack Benson Photography](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/photographers/zack-benson-photography-pfvwus-pf~2080458285) - **Website:** http://www.zackbenson.com - **Phone:** (760) 505-6997 ## Credentials - **Best of Houzz:** 9 awards (2012–2023), for Design, Design Photography, Service. **Affiliations** - [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 — 5 reviews** ### All 5 reviews **★★★★★ — Promise Path Landscaping Inc, Feb. 2014** > Hi recently had the opportunity to be able to work with Zack, which i hire though Houzz. I am a Landscaper, and need it professional pictures taken on one of my jobs. Since the moment He step foot on the job site i was really impressed with the level of professionalism from Zack. It never hurry up to finish the project early and took the necessary time to take the best pictures, to make my work look amazing. I talk to a few more photographers that i found on houzz as well, and Zack was not the most affordable, but seeing is porfolio help me to take a chance on him and it was wort it. Once again the level of professionalism that he put into my small job was priceless, and i value the work he did. I will surely hire Zack Benson Photography once again for any future work **★★★★★ — Howard Interior Design, Jan. 2014** > Zack was great to work with. He was able to communicate what the best angle for each room would be and allowed time to set up each shoot to maximize the images potential. He brings life to each room through the artful placement of lighting. Zack is truly talented and the ultimate professional. **★★★★★ — Design Squared Interiors, May 2013** > Zack is one of the most talented photographers I know. He is also knowledgeable, professional, quick and collaborates well with designers. I try to use him whenever I can! **★★★★★ — Tracy Lynn Studio, April 2013** > Zack Benson's work is amazing! We love that his photography highlights our work so well. Zack is not only an amazing photographer but a true pleasure to work with. **★★★★★ — AlphaStudio Design Group, Dec. 2012** > Zack is a great photographer, we've used him for numerous projects. He is very good at communicating what will look good in the final shots. As an architect it is very important to me to have photographs that show the best of my project. Without question Zack delivers consistent quality photographs time and time again. ## Selected projects - [Full Glam Ahead](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/full-glam-ahead-pj-vj~2175377) - Location: San Diego, CA - Photos: 19 - [Hook, Line and Sinker](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hook-line-and-sinker-pj-vj~1674557) - Location: San Diego, CA - Photos: 10 - Description: This complete ground up design, including both interior and exterior spaces. Finished in a somewhat traditional coastal style, we tried to create a bright yet warm atmosphere with nods to San Diego beach living. - [Show Pony](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/show-pony-pj-vj~2362726) - Location: San Diego, CA - Photos: 39 - [Clark Street Before/After](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/clark-street-before-after-pj-vj~1644594) - Location: Solana Beach, CA - Photos: 22 - Description: Conceptually the Clark Street remodel began with an idea of creating a new entry. The existing home foyer was non-existent and cramped with the back of the stair abutting the front door. By defining an exterior point of entry and creating a radius interior stair, the home instantly opens up and becomes more inviting. From there, further connections to the exterior were made through large sliding doors and a redesigned exterior deck. Taking advantage of the cool coastal climate, this connection t… - [Contemporary Interior, Rancho Sante Fe California](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-interior-rancho-sante-fe-california-pj-vj~2011119) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 6 - [Scrips Ranch CA](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/scrips-ranch-ca-pj-vj~1849095) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 3 - Description: The confined 50 sq. ft. bathroom was in dire need of storage and an update. Containing no medicine cabinet or vanity and only one small wall mounted cabinet; the key to finding more storage was between the wall studs. Borrowing the space between the walls provided several opportunities. Concealed behind the entry door are two tall custom 8” deep semi-recessed wall cabinets. Further storage was obtain by installing two recessed Robern medicine cabinets, one at 4” deep above the vanity and the sec… - [Mission Bay Contemporary](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mission-bay-contemporary-pj-vj~2547864) - Location: San Diego, CA - Photos: 13 - Description: Perched on Crown Point drive overlooking Mission Bay, the original family vacation home was cobbled together by multiple additions and renovations. With the owner's looking to make this their permanent residence they desired a complete interior and exterior renovation to a more comfortable contemporary style. - [Mission Hills Chef's Kitchen + Master Bathroom](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mission-hills-chef-s-kitchen-master-bathroom-pj-vj~2537087) - Location: San Diego, CA - Photos: 9 - Description: The perfect eclectic kitchen, designed around a professional chef. This kitchen features custom cabinets by Wood-Mode, SieMatic and Woodland cabinets. White marble cabinets cover the island with a custom leg. This highly functional kitchen features a Wolf Range with a steamer and fryer on each side of the range under the large custom cutting boards. Polished brass toe kicks bring this kitchen to the next level. - [Cypress Valley](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/cypress-valley-pj-vj~271422) - Location: San Diego, CA - Photos: 5 - [Artesian Spring Road](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/artesian-spring-road-pj-vj~1579921) - Location: San Diego, CA - Photos: 10 - Description: Phase 1: Master Suite, Kids Space, Living Area (2015) Phase 2: Nursery, Craft Room and Kid's bedroom (2016) - [Avenida Anacapa](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/avenida-anacapa-pj-vj~947411) - Location: Carlsbad, CA - Photos: 6 - [Bouffard Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bouffard-residence-pj-vj~550670) - Location: Lemon Grove, CA - Photos: 7 - Description: backyard pavers, seating bench, succulents,outdoor fire pit, paver driveway - [Segovia](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/segovia-pj-vj~2026933) - Location: Carlsbad, CA - Photos: 2 - [Bella Azul](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bella-azul-pj-vj~1146902) - Location: Encinitas, CA - Photos: 2 - [Sea Knolls](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sea-knolls-pj-vj~1674519) - Location: San Diego, CA - Photos: 3 - [Lago Di Grata Circle](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lago-di-grata-circle-pj-vj~1579959) - Location: San Diego, CA - Photos: 6 - Description: The vision for this bathroom was to create a peaceful master bath retreat that lends itself towards an updated grey palate, but also combine pops of glamour with classic elements such as marble and subway tile. The floating glass shelves over a snakeskin wallpaper were selected to add style to the room as was the funky chandelier. The dramatic mirror and sconces above the sink were designed to create a dramatic, yet soft feel. The original bathroom was quite dated and the layout was not function… - [13th Street](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/13th-street-pj-vj~2015716) - Location: Encinitas, CA - Photos: 2 - Description: This was a really fun project with a goal of updating an older, Spanish/ranch style home to give it more of an urban, organic and industrial feel. They also wanted texture, clean lines and a slightly masculine feel. In the dining room, the custom reclaimed wood wall has a nice, organic element and we applied candle sconces over the wood for a lighting ambiance detail. In the family room the large succulent box added texture and warmth when paired with the custom sideboard and wall lights. Overal… - [Mediterranean Villa, Outpost Estates California](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mediterranean-villa-outpost-estates-california-pj-vj~2011248) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 7 - [Craft & Commerce](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/craft-and-commerce-pj-vj~1622692) - Location: San Diego, CA - Photos: 5 - [Week's Backyard](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/week-s-backyard-pj-vj~1622722) - Location: Carlsbad, CA - Photos: 4 [See all 24 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/photographers/zack-benson-photography-pfvwus-pf~2080458285) ## Ideabooks - [zbenson's ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/506884/list/zbenson-s-ideas) — 1 idea [See all 1 ideabook](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/zbenson) ## Community Q&A **Q: Raised cinder garden project 3rd grade** *(in Photo Questions)* R u using mortar? A: Nope, block adhesive. **Q: how do you keep the soil in the cinder blocks** *(in Photo Questions)* A: I used a Concrete Block Adhesive to hold it together. I found it at Home Depot in the glue section. Hope that helps. To keep the dirt in I just used metal screens and block adhesive. Here is a photo of the underside of one of the blocks. **Q: what seals the bottom of the cinder blocks to hold the dirt?** *(in Photo Questions)* what seals the bottom of of the cinder blocks to hold dirt? A: Just metal screen and block adhesive. Here is a photo of the underside of one of the blocks. **Q: wall color** *(in Photo Questions)* Hi, This is such a gorgeous room! Can you please tell me the color on the walls? Thank you. A: Sorry, no idea. I do know the designer: http://dsquaredinteriors.com/ **Q: What are the paint colors?** *(in Photo Questions)* Both colors work so well together! A: Sorry, no idea. I do know the designer: http://dsquaredinteriors.com/ **Q: what color of paint is on the walls and what finish** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Sorry, no idea. I do know the designer: http://dsquaredinteriors.com/ --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-14.*