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Smashbox Studios

Smashbox is a premier photography studio and event space in the heary of LA’s Westside. Smashbox offers distinguished clients state-of-the-art design and services in an exceptionally renovated four-studio campus. The 25,000 SF facility is easily accessible by the I-10 and I-405 Freeways and minutes away from the Santa Monica Beach Cities, Los Angeles International Airport, Beverly Hills, Century City, Malibu and Pacific Palisades.

Each studio is a crisp blank canvas and uniquely appointed with lofty ceilings, a luxurious lounge, sleek kitchenette and functional workstation, with dedicated high-speed Internet and private printing/scanning services. Either envisioned individually or combined, each studio is convertible to host any shoot or event imaginable with some studios offering access to outdoor lounges. Two adjacent parking lots are primed for an added outdoor event experience and can be tented. Valet parking is also available, as well as a parking garage directly across the street.

The Studios, which collectively offer a combination of features, including ground floor access, cycloramas, natural light, black out capabilities, sound proofing, and seamless guest navigation, are Lightbox (4,250 SF), Softbox (2,775 SF), Blackbox (2,460 SF), and Bigbox (5,100 SF). The Cafe is also available for rental pending event details and the venue offers caterers a first-class industrial kitchen with ample counter space, prep equipment and walk-in cooler.

Amenities

AC / Heat
Wifi
Kitchen
Existing Furniture
Restrooms
iPod Sound System
Flexible House Lighting
Projector / Screen
White Box
Large Windows
Natural Light
Ground Floor Venue
Car Accessible
Outdoor Space
DJ Booth
Existing Event Lighting
Plasma TV(s)
Stage
In-House AV
Rooftop
Visible Glass Frontage
Tall Ceilings

Accessibility

Wheelchair
Direct Street Access
On-site Parking
Nearby Parking Lot
Street Parking
Freight Elevator
Passenger Elevator
Stairs
Escalators
Loading Dock

8549 Higuera Street, Culver City, CA 90232

Smashbox is a premier photography studio and event space in the heart of LA’s Westside in Culver City.

Fact Sheet

Square Footage: 

Total SF: 25,000

SF Lightbox: 4,250 SF

Softbox: 2,775 SF

Blackbox:2,460 SF

Bigbox: 5,100 SF

LIGHTBOX:

Private 750 SF patio, Private 300 SF VIP Mezzanine, South, West & East exposures, 4 skylights, 1,800 AMP, 3 phase, iMac, printer & scanner, 1Gb internet & wireless network, Premium cable TV, iPad controlled AV, Multi-zone HVAC, Private restroom & shower, Kitchenette, Private hair, makeup & wardrobe, Valet parking, 10’x10’ Roll-gate, 16’ x 9’ HD projector & screen

SOFTBOX:

Patio, Overhead lighting grid, Western exposure, 1,200 AMP, 3 phase, iMac, printer and scanner, iPad controlled AV Multi-zone, HVAC 1Gb internet & wireless network, Private VIP Lounge, Kitchenette, Private Restroom, Private hair, makeup & wardrobe, Valet parking, 10’x10’ roll-gate

BLACKBOX:

Can be combined with Skybox for additional 1,400 SF, 35’L x 31’W x 22”H corner cyc, 22’ ceilings, 1200 AMP, 3 phase, Overhead lighting grid, iMac, printer & scanner, Premium cable TV, iPad controlled AV, Multi-zone HVAC Kitchenette, Private restroom, Private hair, makeup & wardrobe, Valet parking, 10’x10’ Roll-gate

BIGBOX:

Qualified soundstage, 62’L x 36’W x 20’H cyc, 22’ ceiling, 19’ beam, Overhead lighting grid, 2,400 AMP, 3 phase, iMac, printer & scanner, 1Gb internet & wireless network, Premium cable TV iPad controlled AV, Multi-zone HVAC, Kitchenette, Private restroom & shower, Private hair, makeup & wardrobe, Plus outdoor patio 10’x10’ barn door, Valet parking

Parking:

Two parking lots adjacent to the studios

Valet parking is available

Additional parking is available across the street from Smashbox Studios.

Venue Floor Plan

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