PRODUCTION & COMMERCIAL HIRE
A prestigious Brutalist location beneath the Grade II listed Brixton Recreation Centre.
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The Main Gallery | Refined Industrial
Our premier "white cube" environment balances professional finish with high-relief sculpted concrete ceilings and polished floors.
322 sq ft, professional white walls, concrete flooring, and museum-grade lighting.
Best For: High-end brand launches, product showcases, and fashion editorials.
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The Darkrooms | Professional Technical Suites
The Specs: A spacious, fully functioning facility featuring professional-grade sinks, vintage enlargers, and a red safelight system.
Climate & Air: Fully climate-controlled with modern air conditioning and dedicated air-handling ventilation for crew comfort.
Filming Note: An unrivalled location for music videos and productions requiring an authentic photographic darkroom/lab environment.
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The Studio | Flexible Production Hub
The Aesthetic: A high-ceilinged, adaptable space with durable concrete floors and integrated high-definition AV capabilities.
Functionality: Ideal for interviews, technical workshops, or as a dedicated Green Room and Production Office for larger hires.
Production Logistics
Architecture: Original Grade II listed Brutalist features throughout.
Environment: Climate-controlled spaces with modern air-handling systems.
Durability: Solid industrial concrete flooring suitable for heavy equipment.
Access: Fully accessible ground-floor entry via Beehive Place with wide-access doors and a large passenger lift.
Loading: Direct street-level loading outside the main entrance.
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Photofusion is a registered charity. All income generated from our venue hire goes directly towards supporting our community programmes, outreach work, and local creative talent. By hosting your event with us, you are directly contributing to our mission to make photography accessible to all.
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Payment: Once your date is confirmed, we will issue an online invoice. Payment must be made in full to secure the booking.
Cancellations: We require at least 48 hours’ notice for any cancellations or rescheduling. Cancellations made with less than 48 hours’ notice are non-refundable.
Damage Deposit: For Pop-up Gallery bookings and Studio exhibitions involving temporary wall installations, a refundable damage deposit is required. This will be returned following a successful de-install, provided the space and equipment are left in their original condition.
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We are committed to supporting local grassroots organisations and registered charities. If you are a non-profit or a community-led group, you may be eligible for a further reduced rate. Please mention this on our enquiry form so we can discuss your project.
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Access: Photofusion is fully accessible. Our main entrance on Beehive Place has wide-access doors, the Gallery, Studio and office are on ground level. A large passenger lift provides access to all floors, including the basement where you can find our Darkrooms, Kitchen and Members’ Room.
Toilets: We have five gender-neutral toilets. This includes three regular cubicles and two fully wheelchair-accessible toilets, all located on the ground floor.
Kitchen: Located in the basement and accessible via the lift. It is equipped with a fridge/freezer, kettle, sink, and a range of glassware/crockery included in your hire.
Note: Please contact the office at bookings@photofusion.org if you have further accessibility questions or requirements.
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Loading: Level street-access loading is available directly outside our entrance on Beehive Place for quick drop-offs.
Parking: We do not have on-site parking. Public car parks are located at Popes Road and Brixton Station Road (5-minute walk).
Sustainability: We provide recycling for paper, glass, and plastic. To help us keep our overheads low, we ask that all external catering waste is removed at the end of the hire.
Internet: High-speed Wi-Fi is available throughout the building for all guests.
Filming in a Working Darkroom: Technical Guide
This section provides essential information for location managers, directors, and production crews to ensure a successful shoot within our functioning darkrooms and studio.
The "Working Darkroom" Environment
Photofusion is a fully operational facility. All enlargers, sinks, dryers, and plumbing are permanent fixtures maintained for daily professional use. To preserve the technical calibration and integrity of the facility, equipment cannot be moved or dismantled for camera angles.
Practical Effects & Technical Support
Chemical Use: To prevent contamination of our chemistry and ensure safety, the use of real photographic chemicals must be cleared with us in advance.
Expert Consultation: If your production requires a photographer to be filmed working authentically, or if you wish to use real chemistry for "action" shots, we can provide a Photofusion Technician at an additional cost to consult on-site and supervise the day.
We recommend contacting us as early as possible to discuss your project requirements and to arrange a site visit. For bespoke technical enquiries, please contact Liz at liz@photofusion.org.
Lighting & Equipment Authenticity
Safelights: The suites are equipped with a professional, fixed red-light system. For creative flexibility, we can provide additional portable safelights to enhance lighting levels or highlight specific angles.
Strict Equipment Policy: To protect the safety and calibration of our equipment, bulbs in any safelights or enlargers cannot be replaced or swapped. We do not permit the use of external bulbs, gels, or high-wattage alternatives within our fixtures.
In-Camera Reality: Please note that in a functioning darkroom, film loading occurs in 100% total darkness. Red light is used exclusively for B&W paper printing.
Power & Logistics
Power: All spaces run on standard 13amp domestic circuits. We do not have 3-phase power on-site.
Crew Capacity: Our darkrooms comfortably accommodate 6–8 crew members. For larger teams, we recommend hiring the Studio as a base of operations.