How do manufacturers generate lifestyle images from product packshots?

Manufacturers generate lifestyle images from product packshots by using an existing approved packshot and applying an AI background replacement workflow. The product is automatically isolated and placed into realistic residential, commercial, or hospitality environments with consistent lighting, scale, and perspective, without new photography.

Updated January 28, 2026

Key Points

  • A single approved packshot can be reused to create multiple lifestyle scenes
  • Lifestyle imagery helps buyers visualise products in real-world use
  • AI background replacement preserves the original product geometry and proportions
  • Scene presets provide fast, consistent environments across categories
  • Custom scene prompts allow full control over setting, mood, and context

Comparison

Packshot OnlyWith Lifestyle Context
Emotional appealNeutral, clinicalAspirational, contextual
Buyer understandingAbstractClear use-case visualisation
Marketing flexibilityLimitedMultiple scenes per product
A/B testingMinimalMany variations available

Best Practice Workflow

  1. 1

    Start with an approved packshot

    Use a clean product image that accurately represents the item. Transparent or white backgrounds work best, but are not required.

  2. 2

    Apply background replacement

    Select the background replacement workflow to change the environment while keeping the product unchanged.

  3. 3

    Define the scene context

    Choose a preset environment (for example, residential living room or boutique hotel) or write a custom scene description aligned to your brand and customer.

  4. 4

    Configure output settings

    Set resolution, aspect ratio, and the number of variations required for ecommerce, marketing, or print use.

  5. 5

    Generate and review variations

    Create multiple lifestyle images in one run and compare outputs side by side to select the best-performing visuals.

See the Workflow in Action

This video shows how a single product packshot is reused to generate multiple lifestyle images using AI background replacement.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Using packshots with strong shadows that conflict with the new environment
  • Selecting scenes that do not match the product's price point or positioning
  • Generating low-resolution outputs when images are intended for print
  • Omitting a product description, which reduces placement accuracy
  • Skipping prompt enhancement, leading to less consistent results

Related Questions

Do I need a transparent background to start?

Transparent backgrounds produce the best results, but you can also use clean packshots on white or solid backgrounds. The AI will detect and isolate the product automatically.

Can I match a competitor's lifestyle photography style?

Yes. Use Style Transfer with a reference image to capture the lighting, color grading, or aesthetic of any inspiration image and apply it to your product scenes.

What room types and environments are available?

Presets cover 400+ combinations including residential (living room, bedroom, kitchen), commercial (office, lobby), hospitality (hotel, restaurant), retail, and education settings, each with multiple interior styles.

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