ArtStarts Gallery
Ideal for receptions, performances and events
820 sq ft | Capacity: Up to 100 people
What's included
- Free Secure High-Speed Wifi
- Speaker and Audio System
- Multi-Purpose chairs, tables and stools
- Optional: Full Kitchen Access
ArtStarts Gallery Rates
Regular Rates
- Office Hours: $500/4 hrs or $900/8 hrs
- After Hours: $600/4 hrs
- Office Hours: $125/hr | After Hours: $150/hr
Non-Profit Rates (proof of non-profit status required)
- Office Hours: $250/4 hrs or $400/8 hrs
- After Hours: $350/4 hrs
- Office Hours: $60/hr | After Hours: $75/hr
ArtStarts Lab
Ideal for ideation sessions, workshops, lectures and presentations
680 sq ft | Capacity: 40-60 people
What's included
- Free Secure High-Speed Wifi
- Projector - BenQ DLP technology with speakers
- Audio System
- Rolling Whiteboard
- Whiteboard Walls
- Multi-Purpose chairs, tables and stools
- Full Kitchen Access
- Private Space
ArtStarts Lab Rates
Regular Rates
- Office Hours: $500/4 hrs or $900/8 hrs
- After Hours: $600/4 hrs
- Office Hours: $125/hr | After Hours: $150/hr
Non-Profit Rates (proof of non-profit status required)
- Office Hours: $250/4 hrs or $400/8 hrs
- After Hours: $350/4 hrs
- Office Hours: $60/hr | After Hours: $75/hr
Cherniavsky Boardroom
Ideal for meetings, conference calls and brainstorming sessions
200 sq ft | Capacity: 10-12 people
What's included
- Free Secure High-Speed Wifi
- Rolling Whiteboard
- Boardroom Chairs (Woodback, upholstered seat with casters)
- Conference Phone - Polycom SoundStation for group communication
- TV Screen for projection
- Private Space
- Optional: Full Kitchen Access
Cherniavsky Boardroom Rates
Regular Rates
- Office Hours: $120/2 hrs
- After Hours: $200/2 hrs
- Office Hours: $60/hr | After Hours: $100/hr
Non-Profit Rates (proof of non-profit status required)
- Office Hours: $60/2 hrs
- After Hours: $110/2 hrs
- Office Hours: $30/hr | After Hours: $50/hr
See the Spaces in Action
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Transportation & Parking
We are located walking distance from City Centre and Granville Skytrain Stations. Metered street parking is available on Richards Street and adjacent streets. A paid parking lot is located on Richards Street directly across from ArtStarts.
Accessibility
Currently, only the main floor of ArtStarts is wheelchair-accessible. Our key operated lift is out of order until further notice. The front door does not have an automatic door opener - you may need to ask for support opening the door. The front desk person will be happy to assist you! The Cherniavsky Boardroom, ArtStarts Lab, and gender-neutral washrooms are located on the Mezzanine level and are only accessible by stairs.
Please note that at ArtStarts we strive to provide a scent-free environment. Please do not wear heavily scented perfumes or other smells to your workshop at ArtStarts. Please provide this information to all participants who will be attending.
Wheelchair access:
Front door: 3 feet width (single), 6 feet full width, 1/2 inch door sill, no automatic door opener
Our lift is currently out of order until further notice. We are working diligently to replace our lift as soon as possible and appreciate your patience
Please read more information here
Washroom info:
Two non-gendered washrooms, wheelchair button to open the green door washroom only
All wheelchair accessible washroom stalls have a handrail
Sanitary disposal available in all stalls
6 feet clearance in front of sinks
Non-scented soap, sharps disposal, and changing tables in washrooms