FAQ

  • The main studio is 1,800 square feet.

    • Lounge seating + banquette w/ 3 bistro tables

    • 3 community tables w/ pop-up outlets

    • 4 smaller tables

    • 42 white armchairs

    • 500 sq ft courtyard with 2 picnic tables

    • Kitchenette

    • 3 restrooms (unisex, single-stall, 1 is ADA)

    • WiFi + Sonos sound system

    • Logitech video conference equipment

    • Wireless microphone + speaker

    • Projector + rolling whiteboard

    • 120v outlets

    Other included amenities:

    • 5 standing cocktail tables w/ off-white linens

    • Variety of serving platters and tableware

    • 2 large ice buckets

    • Mason jar drink dispenser

    • 3-tier dessert tray

    • 2 easels (one wood, one iron)

    • Handheld garment steamer


  • The main studio has a capacity of up to 50 people.

    • 3 Community Tables 2.6’ x 12’ (seat 10 each)

    • 4 Smaller Tables 3.5’ x 5’ (seat 2-4 each)

    • 3 Banquette Bistro Tables Standard bistro size (seat 2–3 each)

    • 2 Picnic Tables 34” x 60”

    • 5 Cocktail Tables 30” round, with ivory linens

    • 42 white arm chairs

Main Studio

  • A buyout includes the Main Studio (1,800 sq ft) plus private offices for a total of 3,000 sq ft:

    • Conference Room: seats up to 6, smart TV + whiteboard

    • Den 1: seats 4–5, projector + whiteboard

    • Den 2: seats 4–5, whiteboard

    • Nook 1: seats 2–3, whiteboard

    • Nook 2: seats 2–3, whiteboard + industrial sink

  • Up to 70 guests

    • 3 Community Tables 2.6’ x 12’ (seat 10 each)

    • 4 Smaller Tables 3.5’ x 5’ (seat 2-4 each)

    • 3 Banquette Bistro Tables Standard bistro size (seat 2–3 each)

    • 2 Picnic Tables 34” x 60”

    • 42 white arm chairs

    • Conference Room: seats up to 6

    • Den 1: seats 4–5

    • Den2: seats 4–5

    • Nook 1: seats 2–3

    • Nook 2: seats 2–3

Buyouts

  • You can book with The Commune daily between 8am to midnight. Rates vary based on timing/nature of event. Exceptions available before 8am.

  • Your booking window must include set up and breakdown time. The doors will be programmed to unlock based on the time reserved. We recommend an hour for setup and at least 30 minutes for breakdown, ushering guests out, and resetting the space.

  • Please plan to bring your own ice, but we do have a freezer for storage.

  • Yes, we have unlimited cold, filtered water available in the kitchen.


  • You are welcome to utilize our dishes, glassware and silverware (enough for 15-20) Any dishes used must go in the dishwasher after use.

  • Yes! We provide a basket onsite with pre-approved Command hooks and painter’s tape for our walls. No nails or non-approved adhesives, please.

    Decor may also be hung from the wood ceiling with painter’s tape or small nails/tacks. Small holes only.


  • We typically do not accept early drop offs or shipments. Please book enough time for unloading and setup. Exceptions are possible for an additional fee.


  • You do not need to bring any cleaning supplies, we are stocked to support your party!

  • Your attendant will be here to greet you upon arrival and be onsite through the duration of your event. They help with venue-specific setup, rearranging furniture, adjusting temp/lighting, and circulating for trash. They can also get you connected with the projector, sound system, microphone, etc. They will let you know when you are 30 mins to departure and assist with reset and especially cleaning the space.

  • For social events with an event attendant we ask that you remove any and all items brought in, including food stored in the fridge. We also ask that if furniture was rearranged, you help the event attendant set it back to default before departure. We’ll take care of the sweeping and deep cleaning.

    If you do not have an event attendant during your booking, we ask that you reset the space to how it was found. There is a helpful sign out sheet onsite with specified steps.


  • Our pricing is all inclusive by the hour. However, if the space is left excessively messy, a $200 flat fee will be charged. (Multi-day buyouts are preemptively charged a $150-200 cleaning fee)

  • Yes, our building is one story with no steps. We have one ADA parking space immediately in front of the building and one ADA restroom.


  • We have 5 designated parking spaces in front of the building (including one ADA van-accessible). Free additional parking is available on Avenue F, a short walk away.

  • Meetings often take place Monday — Friday during business hours and do not involve decor or alcohol. Social events will commonly have music, decor, food/bev. Some events are a bit of a hybrid and will be priced with discretion. If alcohol is being served, the social event rate applies.

General Questions

    • Mon–Thurs (5pm–12am): $250/hr, 4-hour minimum

    • Fri evenings (5pm–12am): $300/hr, 4-hour minimum

    • Sat–Sun (8am–12am): $300/hr, 4-hour minimum

      Saturday morning bookings should end by 4pm unless 6+ hours

  • Monday – Friday (8am–5pm), 2-hour minimum

    • <20 guests: $100/hr

    • 21–30 guests: $150/hr

    • 31–40 guests: $200/hr

      > Optional $50/hr Privacy Buyout option (For when you want privacy but don’t need more space, this blocks off office spaces in the back from outside bookings)

    Full Buyout (40–70 guests): $400/hr

    • Conference Room (seats up to 6): $60/hr

    • Dens (seat 3–4): $50/hr

    • Nooks (seat 2–3): $40/hr

  • Yes, we offer the following:

    • 10% off for non-profits (with W-9 or tax-exempt form)

    • 10% off bookings of 8+ hours

    • Quarterly meetings commitment (20% + discount)

    • 50% discount on Conference Room when added to a Main Studio booking

Rates

Food & Beverage

    • Once your date/time is confirmed, we’ll send a contract + invoice via our online portal.

    • Once signed and paid, your booking is official!

    • Social event bookings include an event attendant.

  • Yes, we offer a 48-hour soft hold after a tour.

    • Standard: Full payment is required at time of booking.

    • Split payments (for bookings $1800+): 50% deposit, 50% due 30 days before event.

    • NET30 option: Available for select bookings, typically larger institutional groups requiring Net30 payment

  • Yes, we have a 4 hour minimum for events and a 2 hour minimum for weekday meetings.

    • We offer a 10-minute grace period

    • After that, additional time is billed at 1.5x hourly rate

    • Early arrivals who occupy the space before the time booked are also billed at 1.5x

    Payment for extensions/overages is due within 3 business days.

    • Within 3 days of signing or more than 30 days before the event: You may reschedule (move your date/time) for free.

    • Extending your timeslot: When available, you are welcome to extend at the original hourly rate. No additional fees.

    • Within 30 days: $200 rescheduling fee.

    All requests must be in writing and subject to availability.

  • Social Events:
    In the event of cancellation over 90 days before event date, client will be reimbursed for 50% of rental fee. Rental fee is non-refundable if cancellation occurs less than 90 days before event date.

    Baby Shower exception: Events can be rescheduled within 6 months of original date.

    Meetings:
    In the event of cancellation over 30 days before event date, client will be reimbursed for 50% of rental fee. Rental fee is non-refundable if cancellation occurs less than 30 days before event date.

Booking & Payments

  • To keep your event smooth and free of added fees:

    • No glitter or confetti onsite. This includes confetti-filled balloons.

    • Candles are okay but must be in votives. No taper candles.

    • Decorations may not be nailed to walls; only painter’s tape or Command hooks may be used on walls. Decorations may be adhered to the wood ceiling with painter’s tape or tacks/nails (small holes only).

    • No smoking indoors or in the courtyard

    • Vehicles must be moved from our parking lot after your reservation

Rules & Regulations