Studio Rental

The Photokitchen Studio is a well designed space built for food media productions, such as food photoshoots, tastings, cooking shows, food video shoots and food related events or workshops. We require full disclosure of the project’s details upon inquiry as we are also a food production team, first and foremost, and we may not be able to entertain projects that will conflict with our team’s work and schedule.

The studio and kitchen area combined is 120 sqm in size and is inclusive of a 80 sqm studio space and a 40 sqm kitchen. Our kitchen is built with a 4 burner induction stove, oven, microwave, toaster, sink and industrial exhaust layouted in such a way that is optimal for the camera.

Connected to our kitchen area is an additional rentable enclosed work space of 35 sqm, for clients who need an extra space to host workshops or small functions.

Rates

Our rates are priced towards the higher end of the spectrum, but we can assure you that our facilities are no less than professional. We can customize discounted packages for those who are looking into longer rental durations or build pre-paid subscriptions for more regular renters. Talk to us!

Half Day Rate

Php25,000 for 4 hours

Half day time slots are strictly from 8am to 12pm or 1pm to 5pm only.
1 hour ingress and 1 hour egress will be provided. (See our House Rules)

Additional Hours

Php4,500 per extra hour extension.

Full Day Rate

Php40,000 for 8 hours

Full day time slots can be scheduled anytime from 8am to 8pm.
1 hour ingress and 1 hour egress will be provided. (See our House Rules)

Additional Hours

Php2,500 per extra hour extension.

Maximum Time Extension: 8pm the latest

Our operating hours are strictly from 8am to 8pm. For rentals exceeding our operating hours an overtime fee of P4000 will be charged in addition to the applicable time extension rates.

Ingress and Egress: 1 hour ingress, 1 hour egress. Doors to the studio will only be opened 1 hour prior to the scheduled time slot where client can start with initial set-ups and preparations without the use of electrical ports/outlets, appliances and air-conditioning.

Parking: Only 2 parking slots are available for use in front of our studio. But there are plenty of street parking slots available for use near the area.

Kitchen Facilities

Fully working kitchen designed for media/TV use.
Kitchen facilities include a 4 burner induction stove, oven, microwave, toaster, sink, industrial exhaust and refrigerator layouted in such a way that is optimal for the camera.
Additional equipment available upon prior request include a blender and panini press.
Our refrigerator with a built-in water dispenser and ice maker is available for use. However refrigerator storage may be limited as our team also uses it on a regular basis. Clients are therefore encourage to bring their own storage units (e.g. colemans or styro boxes) to make sure perishables are kept fresh.

Studio Facilities

Separate from the kitchen is our studio space built with floor to ceiling windows. A platform is built directly beside the window and is perfect for shooting using natural light. While the main floor area is perfect for working with studio lights. Our windows are built with block-out and sheer curtains to help either block or diffuse natural light depending on photographer’s preference.
The studio is built with 3 tables right beside the shooting space to tether any laptops or monitors. It also has a client workspace that can seat ten people.

Add-ons

Additional Work Space

Php7,000 for half day day; Php12,000 for full day

42-inch television with HDMI port for presentations. Tables and chairs to seat at least 20 people.
Perfect for workshops or pop-up dinners and lunches. Subject to availability.
Can only be availed in addition to the studio/kitchen rental packages.

Kitchenware

Php2,000 for half day; Free for full day

Induction compatible cooking pan
Induction compatible stock pot
Induction compatible sauce pan
Stainless mixing bowl
Wooden spatula
Metal spatula
Large wooden chopping block Set of 4 kitchen knives
Set of measuring cups

Studio Lights

Php3,000 for half day; Free for full day

2 strobes (350–400 watts per strobe) 2 soft boxes (small and large)
1 umbrella
1 barn door with honeycomb
2 light stands 1 reflector

Video Lights

Php4,500 for half day; Php8,000 for full day

2 Kino Flos (with 4 banks each)
2 light stands
2 standard white diffuser

Surfaces and Backgrounds

Php1,200 per surface or background; 1 free surface or background usage for full day rentals.

Download our Surface Catalogue

Our add-ons can only be availed in combination with our studio rental service and cannot be taken separately.

Our prop library comprised of different utensils, plates and napkins are not included in the rental.

Payment

50% downpayment upon scheduling, 50% remaining payment upon completion of shoot, to be given to our studio assistants/managers at the end of the last shoot day. Remaining payment will include additional time extension fees if applicable.
Slots will not be blocked without 50% down payment.

Schedules

Scheduling is subject to availability, so we encourage you to schedule and confirm in advanced.
For online and phone bookings, we will pencil book your slot for a minimum of 2 days. A 50% down payment must be made within the 2 day reservation period to confirm your slot.
Changing of schedule after confirmation will entail an additional fee of 10% of the total rental cost inclusive of any add-ons to be paid during the shooting day together with the remaining 50% payment.
Cancellation of shoot after confirmation will entail that down payment will serve as the kill fee for the cancellation.

Our own production company uses the studio on a regular basis so it’s important to us that the facilities are properly cared for by people we can trust. We are very particular about the people we welcome into our second home. Should you need to familiarize yourself with the features of our studio an ocular date can be set anytime before the shoot within working hours and based on studio availability.