This dreamy loft space boasts 12 foot ceilings, polished concrete floors, and fantastic natural light all day long thanks to the charming 50 foot wall of eight large southeast facing windows. This gorgeous, sun-drenched, open spaced DTLA loft will inspire you everywhere you look! This downtown studio is perfect for photo and video shoots including: Editorial, Fashion, Beauty, Portrait, Product, Headshot, Commercial, Film, Kickstarter, Video, Promotional, Documentary, TV series, Web Series, Podcast, YouTube, Instagram, etc.
It’s worth noting that the light is especially gorgeous, flooding into the space as early as 7am (these images were taken at 10:30 am) Also, the light can be controlled with black out shades if needed. To amplify the vitality of the space, you’ll also find many happy and healthy natural plants here.
The projector is an especially interesting touch, and a cool addition to photoshoots and events.
We have excellent parking and load-in accommodations. Parking is $7 flat rate for all day in the parking lot downstairs. We have a loading area with access to an elevator to make loading easy.
For more information on details of the loft, please see below:
Architecture Type? Modern Industrial Loft
Square Footage? 900
Air conditioning? Yes, there's central air conditioning
Backdrops? Yes, multiple colored backdrops for model & product shoots
Number of Rooms? 2
Number of Restrooms? 1
Projector? Yes
Disco Ball? Yes
Fridge? Yes
Bar cart? Yes
Space for styling and setup? Yes
Bathroom for changing? Yes
Clothing Rack? Yes
Steamer? Yes
Hangers? Yes
Trailers allowed? No
Printer? No
Microwave? Yes
Tables? Yes
Basement? No
Coffee Maker? Yes, Keurig with a selection of various Starbucks coffees
Sink? Yes
Pets allowed? No
Child-talent allowed? Yes
Generator allowed? No
Movable Furniture? Yes
Drones allowed? No
Wifi speed? Good
Mobile/cellular network reception? Good
Noise restrictions? Yes
Fireplace/fire pit usage? No
Pool heated/usage? No
Ground floor or elevator/stair access? Yes
What is noise in the surrounding area like? Quiet with windows shut
How many outlets are available? Where are they? 13 (kitchen, office, living room, bathrooms)
Is there dedicated space available for hair & makeup? Yes
What is the natural light like (exposure, # of windows)? Beautiful all day natural light through eight very large windows. Controllable with black out shades. We have amazing natural light.
RULES
By booking this studio, you are agreeing to comply with all of the rules listed below.
IMPORTANT
Booked hours must include load-in/load-out, set up, and tear-down or 1.5x overtime fees will apply in 30 minute increments. There is no free overtime.
BOOKED HOURS
Posted rates apply to standard business hours which are Monday – Friday 7am to 10pm and Saturday - Sunday 10am-7pm. Hours are calculated when the first person arrives and last person leaves. No refunds for any unused time.
PARKING
Parking is not included with your booking and it is a separate fee. Parking lots are independently operated and we are not responsible for any theft or damage. Several other parking lots with a flat all-day rate exist across the studio, street meters, and yellow commercial loading zones at the building’s entrance.
ELEVATOR
The elevator is shared among all tenants, it is on a first come first served basis, its use cannot be reserved during the standard hours of operation, requires a staff member.
LOAD-IN / LOAD-OUT
The elevator is accessible via the Santee alley entrance and vehicles/trucks usually park in alley by the entrance. Vehicles should be moved after unloading/loading to avoid parking tickets.
PERMITS
It is the renter’s responsibility to be in compliance with all the applicable city and state permits.
PROHIBITED
The following items are prohibited: Loud music, sand, wedding rice, flour, paint, aerosol spray cans, fireworks, weapons, small particle items that are difficult to clean, non-water based fog machines, dance strobe lights, and other items deemed unacceptable by the venue manager (when in doubt, please ask). An additional extensive clean up fee starting at $500 will be charged for violations to restore the studio and for downtime. Drilling holes into the walls, ceiling and doors is prohibited (no screws, hooks or anchors); only 3M command strips (double-sided tape) is allowed on the walls and must be fully removed. No duct tape, only gaffers or painters tape. Rooftop access it prohibited without prior approval.
ALCOHOL AND CATERING
Only complimentary (open bar) cocktails, wine, champagne and beer are allowed and must be consumed inside the studio. Possession or consumption in public spaces or outside is prohibited. Hard liquor and other mixed drinks require a licensed and insured bartender. Alcohol and food sales are prohibited. You may provide your own bartender and choose your own catering company. No cooking is allowed inside the premises; food chafing fuel ok.
MUSIC
Only VERY LOW LEVEL music is allowed until 10pm (i.e. lounge level, not club level). No disco strobe lights. Loft managers reserve the right to ask the renter or DJ to lower the volume to an acceptable level or the event will be shut down without a refund.
SMOKING AND ILLEGAL DRUGS
Smoking, vaping, non-prescription drugs are prohibited inside the studio and inside the building including common areas, and staircases. LAPD/LAFD fines will be charged to the renter. Failure to comply may result in immediate eviction with no refund. A $500 penalty fee will be charged for violations.
RENTAL EQUIPMENT / PARTY RENTALS
All rental equipment (including party rentals such as tables, chairs, etc.) must be delivered and picked up within the booked hours. Delivery and pick-up outside of the booked hours may be arranged in advance. All rentals must be removed immediately post the event or disassembly labor and storage fees will apply.
MINORS
Children are allowed with parental supervision.
ANIMALS/PETS
All animals/pets are prohibited with the exception of service animals with valid permits.
FIRE SPRINKLER SYSTEM
Please DO NOT hang or tape or cover the fire pipes or sprinklers. The pipes are constantly pressurized and thus may leak if the pipes are damaged. Full restoration damage charges and/or a minimum fine of $500 per occurrence will be charged for failure to comply. LAFD fines will be charged to the renter.
SECURITY CAMERAS
Please do not touch, cover or unplug the security cameras. Footage is strictly confidential and recorded 24/7.
PROPERTY AND FURNITURE DAMAGES
Renter is responsible for leaving the space in the same condition as prior to commencement. A walk-through inspection will be conducted before and after all bookings and the renter or assigned representative must be present. Reasonable damage charges will be deducted from your security damage deposit or billed within 48 hours via Set Scouter policy.
CLEAN-UP FEE
The basic clean up fee is $50 for productions (included in daily rate on listing) or $200 for events. Renters are required to do a quick clean-up which includes sweeping the floor, wiping the chairs/tables/appliances, hanging back the curtains/sheers, putting back the tables/chairs/furniture, and taking the trash bags to the dumpster. If extensive clean-up is required, a significantly higher fee will apply.