Beautiful hospitality spaces are the result of countless thoughtful decisions, from the architecture and lighting through to the furniture that shapes how people experience a venue.


I was commissioned by B Seated to photograph their bespoke furniture installation at Mordeo Restaurant in Sydney, creating a collection of images that showcased the craftsmanship, materials and finished design for use across their marketing, portfolio and digital platforms.

Working with natural light wherever possible, my approach was to capture not only the furniture itself but also how each piece contributes to the atmosphere of the restaurant. From wide interior scenes to carefully considered details, the aim was to create imagery that feels authentic, inviting and true to the experience of the space.


Commercial interior photography is about more than documenting a finished project. It's about helping designers, manufacturers and hospitality businesses communicate the quality of their work, tell the story behind a space and create images that continue to work long after the project is complete.


Whether I'm photographing a beautifully designed home, bespoke furniture, a restaurant or another commercial interior, my focus is always on creating natural, timeless imagery that reflects both the design and the people behind it.

If you're an architect, interior designer, furniture maker or hospitality business looking for commercial interior photography in Sydney, I'd love to hear about your next project.



Project: Mordeo Restaurant, Sydney

Client: B Seated

Photography: Commercial Interior Photography

Industry: Hospitality Design


Contact Martine on hello@martinepayne.com to discuss your future projects.

Person walking past a warmly lit modern restaurant with large glass windows at dusk.
Cozy restaurant interior with wooden chairs, set tables featuring brown plates and glasses, wine shelves, and curtained windows.
Curved banquette booth with beige upholstery beside a round tiled table set with terracotta plates and glass tumblers.
Modern restaurant interior with wooden chairs, round tables, open kitchen, and warm pendant lighting.
Modern bar with leather stools, copper shelving, bottled spirits, and terrazzo floors in a stylish restaurant.
Modern bar with rattan stools, wooden counter, overhead liquor shelf, and bartenders working in bright interior.
Modern bar with rattan counter stools, warm wood accents, terrazzo floors, and a woman dining in the background.
Modern restaurant interior with tan leather banquette seating, light wood chairs, and white tables set with glasses and plates.
Bright modern restaurant interior with wooden tables, chairs, white curtains, and a wine display shelf backdrop.
Modern restaurant interior with wooden furniture, pendant lights, open kitchen, and wine bottle display shelves.
Row of tan leather chairs with wooden frames lined up along a tiled counter in a retro-style diner.
Modern bar stools with tan leather seats and wicker backs on chrome frames lined up along a wooden counter in a cafe.
Row of elegant bar stools with tan leather seats and woven cane backs on chrome frames along a wooden counter.
A small black espresso cup on a tiled table next to a round Mordeo branded coaster.
Cozy restaurant interior with wooden chairs, set tables, white curtains, and a bar area in warm neutral tones.
Modern restaurant bar with rattan stools, shelves of liquor bottles, and bartenders working behind a wooden counter.
Modern restaurant interior with beige upholstered chair, wooden frame, terrazzo floor, and curved white pillar accent wall.
Elegant restaurant table setting with marble top, terracotta plate, glass, and wooden chairs on checkered floor.
Modern restaurant booth seating with tan leather banquette, wooden chairs, and terracotta plates on white tables.
Cozy restaurant booth with curved beige upholstered seating, round tile-top table, terracotta plates, and crystal glasses.
Modern restaurant bar with rattan stools, wooden counter, bottle display, and warm pendant lighting in an open-plan dining space.