Architecture Photography

In the field of architecture photography, Gerry O’Leary is a beacon, both in the Middle East and across the globe. Gerry has engraved his legacy with a remarkable body of work, earning a place among the world’s finest architectural photographers. His diverse architectural photography projects have garnered him many prestigious photography awards and his work has been the feature of three coffee table books.

Gerry’s client list reads like an elite directory of the architecture and design agency. He has captured images for some of the most esteemed names within the industry. From the visionary brilliance of AEDAS, AECOM and Foster + Partners to Gensler’s innovative designs and the artistic excellence of Nikken Sekkei Architects, O’Leary has photographed the incredible creations of these architectural giants.

What is Architecture Photography?

Architecture photography is a specialized discipline that melds technical prowess with composition knowledge and an innate sense of style. Gerry O’Leary’s vision places him at the forefront of this industry in Dubai, as he captures the dynamic spirit of the city’s continuously evolving topography.

Gerry has honed his expertise over 30+ years, shooting some of the world’s most remarkable structures. He gives due consideration to the architectural detail, every angle and intricacy, as well as the overall design and carefully composes images with perfect illumination to capture the true essence of a building.

His collaborations with visionary architects have helped him craft visual narratives that transcend the ordinary and have led to awards for both architect and photographer.

Andaz Capital Gate by Hyatt, Abu Dhabi, an architectural image captured by Gerry O’Leary at dawn

Within the GCC region, he has travelled to Doha, Qatar, Saudi Arabia to photograph architectural masterpieces, as well as further afield to Africa, Asia, and the U.K.

Who Needs Architectural Photography?

Architects and designers are the primary clients who require high-quality visual representations of their work. Gerry delights in showcasing the sheer brilliance of architectural craftmanship, capturing exterior and interior projects through his lens with meticulous composition.

Hospitality venues, luxury hotel brands and centres of excellence such as hospitals, banking institutions and libraries also benefit from carefully crafted images of architecture to display to their clientele and the public.

With Gerry behind the camera, structures are transformed into timeless works of art, one photograph at a time.

“Architects’ work is defined by images captured, as they are often the sole point of contact for the masses.” Julius Shulman, renowned architecture photographer.

Award-winning Architecture Photographer in Dubai and GCC

Residing in the architecturally magnificent cityscape of Dubai for over 15 years, Gerry O’Leary is firmly established as the leading architecture photographer in the Middle East.

While his primary focus for professional architecture photography remains in the UAE and Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, he frequently embarks on photography projects in Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, and Qatar, as well as destinations further afield. His portfolio tells the story of the continuous growth and development of architecture across the GCC region.

Geo Forma, AP Almanac Winning image Gerry O'Leary

Gerry’s unwavering commitment to composition and mastery at weaving a compelling narrative has been recognised by APALMANAC, the architectural photography almanac, who have bestowed several international photography awards on his work.

Architecture Photography Categories

Exterior Architecture Photography

Expo2020 Dubai: UAE Pavilion
Architecture Photography in Dubai

Architecture Photography in Dubai : Expo2020 Dubai: UAE Pavilion: Calatrava Architects

Dubai; Museum of the Future
Architecture Photography in Dubai

Architecture Photography in Dubai: Dubai; Museum of the Future: Killa Design

Dubai; Etihad Museum
Architecture Photography in Dubai

Architecture Photography in Dubai : Dubai: Etihad Museum: Moriyama Teshima Architects

Kuwait; Sheikh Abdullah Al Salem Cultural Centre
Architecture Photography in Dubai

Architecture Photography in Kuwait : Kuwait: Sheikh Abdullah Al Salem Cultural Centre: SSH Design

The Beach Development JBR
Architecture Photography in Dubai

Architecture Photography in Dubai : The Beach Development JBR: Benoy Architects

Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Abu Dhabi UAE
Architecture Photography in Dubai

Architecture Photography in Dubai : Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Abu Dhabi UAE: Yusef Abdelki Architect

Portal Gate at Expo2020 Dubai
Architecture Photography in Dubai

Architecture Photography in Dubai : Portal Gate at Expo2020 Dubai: Asif Khan Architect

Burj Al Arab, Dubai, UAE
Architecture Photography in Dubai

Architecture Photography: Burj Al Arab, Dubai, UAE: Atkins Architects

Expo2020 Dubai: Belgian Pavilion
Architecture Photography in Dubai

Architecture Photography in Dubai: Expo2020 Dubai: Belgian Pavilion: Vincent Callebaut Architect

Expo2020 Dubai: Pakistan Pavilion
Architecture Photography in Dubai

Architecture Photography in Dubai : Expo2020 Dubai: Pakistan Pavilion: Architect Rashid Rana

Expo2020 Dubai: Mobility Pavilion
Architecture Photography in Dubai

Architecture Photography in Dubai : Expo2020 Dubai: Mobility Pavilion: Architect Foster + Partners

Waldorf Astoria Hotel, Dubai
Architecture Photography in Dubai

Architecture Photography in Dubai : Waldorf Astoria Hotel, Dubai: Perkins & Will

Al Seef Dubai
Architecture Photography in Dubai

Architecture Photography in Dubai : Al Seef Dubai: 10 Design

Bord Gais Theatre, Dublin, Ireland
Architecture Photography in Dubai

Architecture Photography in Ireland : Bord Gais Theatre, Dublin, Ireland: Architect Daniel Libeskind

College of Engineering & Petroleum, Kuwait University
Architecture Photography in Dubai

Architecture Photography in Kuwait : College of Engineering & Petroleum, Kuwait University: Cambridge Seven Architects

Mleiha Archological Centre, Sharjah, UAE
Architecture Photography in Dubai

Architecture Photography in United Arab Emirates : Mleiha Archological Centre, Sharjah, UAE: Designed by Dabbagh Architects

Dubai Opera
Architecture Photography in Dubai

Architecture Photography in Dubai : Dubai Opera: Designed by Atkins Architects

The First Collection, Jumeirah Village, Dubai
Architecture Photography in Dubai

Architecture Photography in Dubai : The First Collection, Jumeirah Village, Dubai: Designed by the Norr Group

Private Villa Dubai UAE
Architecture Photography in Dubai

Architecture Photography in Dubai : Private Villa Dubai UAE: Designed by Xtreme Vision

Jumeirah Emirates Towers, Dubai
Architecture Photography in Dubai

Architecture Photography in Dubai : Jumeirah Emirates Towers, Dubai: Designed by The Norr Group

Qatar National Library
Architecture Photography in Dubai

Architecture Photography in Qatar : Qatar National Library: OMA Architects

National Museum of Qatar, Doha
Architecture Photography in Dubai

Architecture Photography in Qatar : National Museum of Qatar, Doha: Architect Jean Nouvel

Capital Gate Building at ADNEC, Abu Dhabi, UAE
Architecture Photography in Dubai

Architecture Photography in Abu Dhabi : Capital Gate Building at ADNEC, Abu Dhabi, UAE: RMJM Architects

Qatar National Convention Centre, Doha
Architecture Photography in Dubai

Architecture Photography in Dubai : Qatar National Convention Centre, Doha: Architect Arata Isozaki

Anantara Resort Dubai The Palm and Dubai Marina Skyline
Architecture Photography in Dubai

Architecture Photography: Anantara Resort Dubai The Palm and Dubai Marina Skyline

Al Wasl Experience Centre, Dubai
Architecture Photography in Dubai

Architecture Photography: Al Wasl Experience Centre, Dubai: U+A Architects

Iconic buildings take years in the making, yet their images must be timeless. Gerry’s unparalleled understanding of light and the intricacies of architectural form have helped him capture award-winning images of iconic buildings across the Middle East and beyond.

If you need an experienced architectural photographer to create thoughtful architecture exterior photographs of your project, please get in touch.

Interior Architecture Photography

As an interior architecture photographer over the past 30 years, Gerry has mastered the skill of highlighting the distinctive elements in spaces as varied as libraries to convention centres.

Gerry is firmly established as an interior architecture photographer in Dubai, and his portfolio showcases a vast array of high end luxury interiors.

If you’d like Gerry to convey the quality of your design through imagery, please reach out for a quote.

Interior architecture photographer in Saudi Arabia

Villas & Apartments Photography

Architecture Photography Dubai: Intricate detailing by architect Zaha Hadid at My by Melia Hotel, Dubai.

By crafting the story between the form and elegance of living spaces, Gerry’s villa and apartment images have helped interior designers, architects and real estate companies display the unique elements of their properties.

If you’d like a skilled architectural photographer for your project, please share the details of your project to discuss further.

Dubai Expo 2020 Photography

A city created within a city for an innovative international event, the pavilions at Expo 2020 have been reinvented into an integrated mixed-use community. Gerry was invited to photograph many of the striking structures created for this unforgettable experience. His proximity as an architectural photographer in Dubai allowed him extensive access over the course of the six-month long expo.

If you require compelling architecture interior or exterior images for an international event, please send Gerry a message and he will get back to you.

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Expo2020 Dubai: Russia Pavilion
Architecture Photography Dubai : Expo2020 Dubai: Russia Pavilion: Architect Sergei Tchoban

Architecture Photography Dubai : Expo2020 Dubai: Russia Pavilion: Architect Sergei Tchoban

Expo2020 Dubai: Pakistan Pavilion
Architecture Photography Dubai : Expo2020 Dubai: Pakistan Pavilion: Architect Rashid Rana

Architecture Photography Dubai : Expo2020 Dubai: Pakistan Pavilion: Architect Rashid Rana

Expo2020 Dubai: Canada Pavilion
Architecture Photography Dubai : Expo2020 Dubai: Canada Pavilion: Moriyama & Teshima Architects

Architecture Photography Dubai : Expo2020 Dubai: Canada Pavilion: Moriyama & Teshima Architects

Portal Gate at Expo2020 Dubai
Architecture Photography Dubai : Portal Gate at Expo2020 Dubai: Asif Khan Architect

Architecture Photography Dubai : Portal Gate at Expo2020 Dubai: Asif Khan Architect

Expo2020 Dubai: Belgian Pavilion
Architecture Photography Dubai : Expo2020 Dubai: Belgian Pavilion: Vincent Callebaut Architect

Architecture Photography Dubai : Expo2020 Dubai: Belgian Pavilion: Vincent Callebaut Architect

Expo2020 Dubai: UAE Pavilion
Architecture Photography Dubai : Expo2020 Dubai: UAE Pavilion: Architect Santiago Calatrava

Architecture Photography Dubai : Expo2020 Dubai: UAE Pavilion: Architect Santiago Calatrava

Expo2020 Dubai: Netherlands Pavilion
Architecture Photography Dubai : Expo2020 Dubai: Netherlands Pavilion: V8 Architects

Architecture Photography Dubai : Expo2020 Dubai: Netherlands Pavilion: V8 Architects

Expo2020 Dubai: DP World Pavilion
Architecture Photography Dubai : Expo2020 Dubai: DP World Pavilion

Architecture Photography Dubai : Expo2020 Dubai: DP World Pavilion

Expo2020 Dubai: Brunei Pavilion
Architecture Photography Dubai : Expo2020 Dubai: Brunei Pavilion

Architecture Photography Dubai : Expo2020 Dubai: Brunei Pavilion

Expo2020 Dubai: Azerbaijan Pavilion
Architecture Photography Dubai : Expo2020 Dubai: Azerbaijan Pavilion: Simmetrico Architects

Architecture Photography Dubai : Expo2020 Dubai: Azerbaijan Pavilion: Simmetrico Architects

Expo2020 Dubai: Ireland Pavilion
Architecture Photography Dubai : Expo2020 Dubai: Ireland Pavilion: OPW Architects

Architecture Photography Dubai : Expo2020 Dubai: Ireland Pavilion: OPW Architects

Expo2020 Dubai: Iraq Pavilion
Architecture Photography Dubai : Expo2020 Dubai: Iraq Pavilion: Architect Raya Ani

Architecture Photography Dubai : Expo2020 Dubai: Iraq Pavilion: Architect Raya Ani

Expo2020 Dubai: Saudi Arabia Pavilion
Architecture Photography Dubai : Expo2020 Dubai: Saudi Arabia Pavilion: Boris Micka Associates

Architecture Photography Dubai : Expo2020 Dubai: Saudi Arabia Pavilion: Boris Micka Associates

Expo2020 Dubai: Hungary Pavilion
Architecture Photography Dubai : Expo2020 Dubai: Hungary Pavilion: Designed by Lőrinc Csernyus

Architecture Photography Dubai : Expo2020 Dubai: Hungary Pavilion: Designed by Lőrinc Csernyus

Expo2020 Dubai: Angola Pavilion
 Architecture Photography Dubai : Expo2020 Dubai: Angola Pavilion: Designed by Eurostands

Architecture Photography Dubai : Expo2020 Dubai: Angola Pavilion: Designed by Eurostands

Australia Pavilion at Expo2020 Dubai
Architecture Photography Dubai : Australia Pavilion at Expo2020 Dubai: Cox Architecture

Architecture Photography Dubai : Australia Pavilion at Expo2020 Dubai: Cox Architecture

Expo2020 Dubai: Mobility Pavilion
Architecture Photography Dubai : Expo2020 Dubai: Mobility Pavilion: Architect Foster + Partners

Architecture Photography Dubai : Expo2020 Dubai: Mobility Pavilion: Architect Foster + Partners

Expo2020 Dubai: Portugal Pavilion
Architecture Photography Dubai : Expo2020 Dubai: Portugal Pavilion: Saraiva + Associados Architects

Architecture Photography Dubai : Expo2020 Dubai: Portugal Pavilion: Saraiva + Associados Architects

Expo2020 Dubai: Peru Pavilion
Architecture Photography Dubai : Expo2020 Dubai: Peru Pavilion

Architecture Photography Dubai : Expo2020 Dubai: Peru Pavilion

Expo2020 Dubai: Poland Pavilion
Architecture Photography Dubai : Expo2020 Dubai: Poland Pavilion: Designed by WXCA

Architecture Photography Dubai : Expo2020 Dubai: Poland Pavilion: Designed by WXCA

Expo2020 Dubai: Oman Pavilion
Architecture Photography Dubai : Expo2020 Dubai: Oman Pavilion: Designed by Lab 50

Architecture Photography Dubai : Expo2020 Dubai: Oman Pavilion: Designed by Lab 50

Expo2020 Dubai: Spain Pavilion
Architecture Photography Dubai : Expo2020 Dubai: Spain Pavilion: Design by studio Amann-Canovas-Maruri

Architecture Photography Dubai : Expo2020 Dubai: Spain Pavilion: Design by studio Amann-Canovas-Maruri

Expo2020 Dubai: Swiss Pavilion
Architecture Photography Dubai : Expo2020 Dubai: Swiss Pavilion: Design by OOS AG

Architecture Photography Dubai : Expo2020 Dubai: Swiss Pavilion: Design by OOS AG

Expo2020 Dubai: Waterfountain
Architecture Photography Dubai : Expo2020 Dubai:Waterfountain designed by WET

Architecture Photography Dubai : Expo2020 Dubai: Waterfountain designed by WET

Expo2020 Dubai: Finland Pavilion
Architecture Photography Dubai : Expo2020 Dubai: Finland Pavilion: JKMM Architects

Architecture Photography Dubai : Expo2020 Dubai: Finland Pavilion: JKMM Architects

Expo2020 Dubai: Japanese Pavilion
Architecture Photography Dubai : Expo2020 Dubai: Japanese Pavilion: Yuko Nagayama Architect

Architecture Photography Dubai : Expo2020 Dubai: Japanese Pavilion: Yuko Nagayama Architect

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Architectural Detail Photography

Architecture Photography Dubai: Close-up detail of Jumeirah Emirates Towers, DIFC, Dubai, UAE.

Architectural detail photography focuses on capturing certain design features that can range to ornate door handles to materials such as steel or glazing. These images highlight the creativity of manufacturers, architects, and engineers.

Gerry has decades of experience in tailoring images to meet clients’ requirements and will be happy to provide a quote for your project, subject to availability.

Other Photography Services by Gerry O’Leary

Beyond photographing exteriors and interiors worldwide, Gerry offers a diverse range of other services. He has turned his lens on some of the most exciting hotels and resorts in Dubai, Doha, Muscat, building an impressive body of work in hospitality photography.

Read more about Gerry’s hotel and resort photography services here.

His food and beverage photography has also been commissioned by a variety of venues, and some of the world’s most prestigious chefs testify to his tantalizing storytelling through the image.

Discover more about Gerry’s commercial food photography here.

Are You Looking For a Dubai-based Architecture Photographer?

If you need architecture photography and you’re based in Dubai, the Middle East or even further afield, Gerry will be happy to discuss your requirements.

Please reach out for a chat or proposal, by filling out the contact form, and Gerry will be in touch.

Contact Gerry:

E mail: gerry@gerryoleary.com

Mobile / WhatsApp: +971508735340

Instagram DM: @gerryolearypotography

I look forward to hearing from you.