Downtown 1800 sqft Open Space at Shvrk Studio Queen W

Photo Studio
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Whole venue
165 John Street, 2nd Floor, Toronto, ON M5T 1X3
Kensington-Chinatown, Toronto, ON

About this space

This beautiful 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.

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.

The venue 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!

Venue Features:
•Ample natural light
•12’ high ceilings
•Free high-speed WiFi
•Marshall Action 2 bluetooth speaker
•65” QLED Samsung TV
•Mini fridge 4.4cu
• 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
•18ft LED stripe with custom colors
•2 LED soft boxes
•1 strobe/flash unit (equipped wireless trigger and umbrella)
•Extension cords
•Garment steamer (upon request)
•Garment rolling rack + 25 hangers (upon request)


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 $75 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 $75 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 $75 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 $75 removed for non-event bookings (photography, videography etc.)
Thursday
6:00 am – 6:00 am
from C$135 hire fee per hour
Per hour
6:00 am – 6:00 am
from C$135 hire fee per hour
Note: All prices include sales tax.
Cleaning fee of $75 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 $75 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 $75 removed for non-event bookings (photography, videography etc.)
Minimum booking duration: 2 hours

Capacity

Standing
up to 80
Dining
up to 40
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
Flatscreen TV
PA system / speakers
Air conditioning
Natural light
Storage space
Quiet space
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Projector
Whiteboard
Flipchart
Conference call facilities
Accommodation available

Music & sound equipment

Own music allowed
Bring your own DJ
Noise restriction

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

(48 reviews and ratings - )

DH
Dana H.
November 2024
Meeting · 30 guests
I am writing this review in the hopes that it will help any event planners or businesses trying to decide whether this space will work for their important event(s). I highly recommend this space and rarely offer reviews, but feel this great find and service was top notch, so I should make the exception and leave an honest and thorough review. The space can fit 80 comfortably. I had 30+ attendees, plus 10 staff members, fully and comfortably seated, with a drinks table and the entire bar for buffet of breakfast and lunch. The rent was extremely good value and the space showed well for 30+ guests flying in, or driving in excess of 3 hours to take a VIP jewellery course with our company. I have posted clippits of the event and from this you can get an idea of the space. It is on our company instagram @StonesAndFindings and under CJX in the instastory highlight, and cap post on Nov 5th 2024: https://www.instagram.com/stonesandfindings?igsh=MXdxa2lzdHhmeTRocQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr While the listing has ample photos, you do not get a good sense of the layout and airiness that high ceilings and large windows provide; it feels far larger in person than through the photos. However, Andy was very professional and generous with his offered for us to see the space for 10 minutes to take measurements for planning. BYOB and outiside catering is allowed - without any hassle or need for them to make a cut; chairs and tables can be rented at ridiculously low prices to cover the cost of having someone bring them up the stairs! The sound system and large screen TV were excellent tools to have. I would definitely rent this space again, including for personal bashes. It is bright, versatile and has a cozy chic vibe.
5.0
DH
Dana H.
November 2024
Meeting · 30 guests
Andy was highly responsive and helpful - even when with my multiple last minute changes. I plan on using this facility regularly.
5.0
EH
Enaya H.
September 2024
Birthday Party · 40 guests
The Host is friendly and helpful. Response time and flexibility was great. Nice and spacious Venue. Provided additional equipment. Overall loved my experience and I can see myself booking again.
4.7
MS
Malek S.
December 2024
Birthday Party · 70 guests
5.0

Shvrk Studio Queen W is a #Supervenue

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Customers rated communication with this venue and their event experience as Superb
Response time: within couple of hours
Response rate: 100%

About Shvrk Studio Queen W

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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