Head downtown to find historic banks with soaring ceilings, ornate details, and huge windows that flood the space with natural light. It’s crucial to keep in mind, however, that not all functional banks in the city permit production crews to shoot on location. Fortunately, for those in the market for flexible venues that can be transformed into custom bank places in Houston, Greater Fifth Ward, Midtown, and South Central Houston have an abundance of venues to choose from. With carefully chosen props and decor, you can convert almost any space into a believable bank interior.
For example, high ceilings and majestic architectural details can make any room appear like a traditional bank. As a result, look for spaces in historic buildings that have a formal, institutional aesthetic — grand ballrooms, auditoriums and
theaters are great options. And don't forget important security elements like a vault, security cameras, and a guard. A large prop safe or vault door placed in a corner adds authenticity. You can also mount fake security cameras on the walls and hire an actor to play a uniformed guard. Plus, banks usually have bright, uniform lighting — use overhead lighting to evenly illuminate the entire set, leveraging spotlights to highlight makeshift teller windows and other focal points.