Downtown 1800 sqft Open Space at Shvrk Studio Queen W

  16 reviews  – 
165 John Street, 2nd Floor, Toronto, ON M5T 1X3
Osgoode (400 m)

About this space

Our space offers a brightly lit 1800 sqft. space with a large cyclorama wall in the heart of downtown just steps away from CTV (formerly Much Music), designed with the unique needs of Toronto creatives in mind.

The studio comes with a selection of carefully curated trendy furniture pieces to create a decor that serves as a unique playground for photographers and artists, as well as equipment suitable for all types of photoshoots – wedding parties, bridal, maternity, family, kids, pets, editorial, product, fashion, or commercial. We’ve got all the details covered so you can relax and concentrate on your artistic vision!

Our space is perfect to host your next event whether big or small. We’ve hosted everything such as podcasts, yoga events, birthdays, baby showers, engagements and even small weddings. The possibilities are only limited by your imagination.

Studio Features:
•Ample natural light
•12’ high ceilings
•Free high-speed WiFi
•Bluetooth speaker connection
•Air conditioning / heating
•2 beautiful sofas
•Additional props (i.e. accent chairs, plants etc.)
•Full length mirrors
•Private entrance
•Private change room
•Private bathrooms

Equipment Included
•2 LED soft boxes
•1 strobe/flash unit (equipped wireless trigger and umbrella)
•Extension cords
•Garment steamer
•Garment rolling rack + 25 hangers


Prices

Sunday
6:00 am – 6:00 am
from C$150 hire fee per hour
Per hour
6:00 am – 6:00 am
from C$150 hire fee per hour
Note: All prices include sales tax.
Cleaning fee of $50 removed for non-event bookings (photography, videography etc.)
Monday
6:00 am – 6:00 am
from C$125 hire fee per hour
Per hour
6:00 am – 6:00 am
from C$125 hire fee per hour
Note: All prices include sales tax.
Cleaning fee of $50 removed for non-event bookings (photography, videography etc.)
Tuesday
6:00 am – 6:00 am
from C$125 hire fee per hour
Per hour
6:00 am – 6:00 am
from C$125 hire fee per hour
Note: All prices include sales tax.
Cleaning fee of $50 removed for non-event bookings (photography, videography etc.)
Wednesday
6:00 am – 6:00 am
from C$125 hire fee per hour
Per hour
6:00 am – 6:00 am
from C$125 hire fee per hour
Note: All prices include sales tax.
Cleaning fee of $50 removed for non-event bookings (photography, videography etc.)
Thursday
6:00 am – 6:00 am
from C$125 hire fee per hour
Per hour
6:00 am – 6:00 am
from C$125 hire fee per hour
Note: All prices include sales tax.
Cleaning fee of $50 removed for non-event bookings (photography, videography etc.)
Friday
6:00 am – 6:00 am
from C$150 hire fee per hour
Per hour
6:00 am – 6:00 am
from C$150 hire fee per hour
Note: All prices include sales tax.
Cleaning fee of $50 removed for non-event bookings (photography, videography etc.)
Saturday
6:00 am – 6:00 am
from C$150 hire fee per hour
Per hour
6:00 am – 6:00 am
from C$150 hire fee per hour
Note: All prices include sales tax.
Cleaning fee of $50 removed for non-event bookings (photography, videography etc.)
Minimum booking duration: 2 hours

Capacity

Standing
up to 80
Dining
up to 30
Theatre
up to 50
Classroom
up to 50

Catering and drinks

No in-house catering
External catering allowed
Venue doesn’t provide alcohol
BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi
PA system / speakers
Air conditioning
Natural light
Storage space
Quiet space
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Projector
Flatscreen TV
Whiteboard
Flipchart
Conference call facilities
Accommodation available

Music & sound equipment

Own music allowed
Bring your own DJ
Noise restrictions

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events
Wedding licence
Temporary event notices (TENs) available

Host rules

No smoking inside
Outside catering is allowed
Loud noise 8pm onward is allowed
Client is responsible for any damage to space and property

Cancellation policy: Flexible with Grace Period

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Reviews and ratings

(16 reviews and ratings - )

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Belema-Ruth G.
February 2024

Anthony was an amazing host! Friendly, great communication, and easy to work with!

S
Saba
February 2024

Great space. Everyone enjoyed!

A
Aimable N.
January 2024

Hosted a party here and the experience was way better than what I was expecting. The place was beautiful, clean and spacious. All my guests loved it and a few even mentioned that it's going to be their go-to party venue. Working with Andy was also very exceptional: he was professional, communicative and very accommodating before, during and after the party. I will definitely be booking this place again.

B
Belema-Ruth G.
January 2024

very friendly and prompt


We provide a well-lit 1800 sqft. space in downtown Toronto, conveniently located near CTV (formerly Much Music).

Specifically designed for the needs of Toronto creatives, our studio includes thoughtfully selected furniture for a unique ambiance. It caters to photographers and artists, offering a diverse range of studio equipment suitable for various shoots such as weddings, maternity, family, pets, editorial, product, fashion, or commercial. With carefully curated details, we aim to ensure that you can focus on your artistic vision without worrying about the logistics.


OVERTIME
Overtime will be billed in half-hour increments. The space must be vacated and all items brought into the space must be removed by the end time of your booking reservation. Overtime will be billed in half-hour increments at a rate of 1.5 times our stated hourly rate.

CLEANING / DAMAGES
Cleaning fee is included in the hourly rate, although guests are expected to leave the space in the same condition as they found it in. Guests must respect the space and we ask/appreciate that guests tidy up after themselves. Guest must remove any equipment or rentals you bring in, and you should factor this setup and teardown time into your booking hours.

Please take great care of our space. No nails, screws, staples or penetrating items should be used on our walls. Any tape must be properly removed. Damages (walls, floors, furniture, etc) will be billed to the credit card on file with Tagvenue


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