Working closely with many designers, developers, hotels and brands, Mel Yates’ recent work includes the publicity images of the first interior design project by Kate Moss, the stunning new home of Kelly Hoppen (with whom he is also currently shooting a third book) and the completion of a series of videos of all ME Hotel’s properties around the globe.

Originally trained at Central St Martins as an industrial designer, Mel has a highly developed understanding of design and the way it relates to people. He has shot interiors, architecture, lifestyle and portraits for a range of clients worldwide including Architectural Digest, Domus, Elle Decoration, The Four Seasons hotel group, House & Garden, Marie Claire Maison, The Sunday Times, Vogue and Yoo.

In the past few weeks alone Mel has shot commissioned work in Hong Kong, India and the USA.