Begin square to the facade
Stand far enough back to keep vertical lines reasonably straight, and take one clear image centred on the elevation before collecting decorative details.
Record the memory anchors
Add close views of the gate, balcony, tree, sign or window pattern that makes the place recognisable to you rather than merely architecturally accurate.
Share context, not just pixels
Tell us what may be simplified, what must remain, and whether a date or address matters. The approved proof resolves these priorities before production.