Tilakuva

Tilakuva is a Finnish term that translates roughly as 'space image' or 'room image.' It refers to a photograph or digital image that depicts a space—such as a room, interior, or architectural environment—rather than a person, product, or event. The term is used in Finnish-language contexts and is common in industries that work with spaces, including real estate, interior design, architecture, and event planning.

Etymology: The word is formed from tilan (genitive of tila, meaning space or room) and kuva (image). The compound tilakuva thus denotes an image of a space.

Usage: Tilakuvat are used to illustrate layouts, décor concepts, or spatial conditions. In real estate listings, they help prospective buyers gauge scale and ambiance. In interior design and architecture, tilakuva documents proposals or completed work. They are also used in catalogs, brochures, websites, and digital floor plans.

Production and rights: Tilakuvas are typically produced by interior, architectural, or real estate photographers. They are usually licensed for specific uses; licensing can be rights-managed or royalty-free. When created for public distribution, photographers may follow standard guidelines for lighting, distortion control, and color accuracy to ensure a faithful representation of the space.

See also: stock photography, architectural photography, interior photography, real estate photography.