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Rent Our Space

Creative. Professional. Downtown.

Looking for a venue to rent in the heart of downtown Vancouver?

ArtStarts offers three distinct spaces for all types of events such as workshops, performances, meetings, brainstorming sessions, organizational retreats or training.

Download our information package to learn more about all three spaces, rental details and to complete our booking request form. Please note that our lift to the Boardroom and Lab is currently out of order until further notice. Please read more information here.

Let's start planning!

In response to the growing concerns surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic and for the safety of our communities, the ArtStarts Gallery, Lab, and Boardroom will be closed until further notice

  • The artistic pulse of the gallery reminds participants of the value of creativity and openness to learning. Central City Foundation
  • The friendly and helpful ArtStarts coordinators are readily available to make sure all goes smoothly. Central City Foundation
  • The ArtStarts Lab was the perfect venue for us to hold our team offsite. I hope very much to use this space again in the future! Relic Entertainment
  • Not only was the service incredible and room equipped with everything we could need, but the central location is a breeze to access and close to everything from great food to transit. Relic Entertainment
The ArtStarts Gallery with an exhibition featuring musical instruments through out the room and bright colours on the walls. The

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
The ArtStarts Gallery decorated with white lanterns and a series of tables with yellow table cloth

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
A room in the ArtStarts office with desks and chairs set up.

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
A room in the ArtStarts office with chairs set up in several rows.

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
A boardroom in the ArtStarts office. On the right hand side is the ArtStarts resource bookshelf.

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
The ArtStarts boardroom from a different angle with the ArtStarts resource bookshelf in the background. In the foreground is a d

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

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
  • Book Now!

    Download our information package to learn more about all three spaces, rental details and to complete our booking request form.

    For further details, inquiries and bookings, please contact us at [email protected] or 604-336-0626.