Rotterdam has no shortage of studio spaces, but not all of them are built the same way. Here's a closer look at what sets Unit 13 apart, and why artists, photographers, and creatives keep coming back to book it.
Right in the City Centre — and Actually Easy to Reach
Unit 13 is located in downtown Rotterdam, not tucked away in an industrial zone on the edge of the city. That matters more than it might seem: for clients, crews, or collaborators coming in for a shoot, a central location means less time lost to travel and easier logistics overall.
It also means parking is rarely the headache it is at most city-centre studios. There's parking available right in front of the door, with enough additional spots nearby for larger crews or equipment-heavy shoots. Loading in gear, welcoming clients, or simply arriving without circling the block for twenty minutes looking for a spot — it's a small detail that makes a real difference on a shoot day.
A Fully Equipped Creative Studio
At its core, Unit 13 is a working photo and creative studio — not a bare room rented out as an afterthought. The space includes a 60 m² working area with the setup needed for professional shoots, alongside a separate 50 m² project space that can be used for events, screenings, or exhibitions. Whether the booking is for a portrait session, a product shoot, or a larger creative project, the infrastructure is already in place.
One All-In Rental Price — Gear Included
Studio bookings can get expensive fast once lighting, backdrops, and equipment rental get added on top of the room itself. At Unit 13, the rental price is all-in: the gear that's part of the studio setup is included in the booking, not billed separately line by line. What's quoted is what's paid — no surprise add-ons once the shoot is already underway.
That straightforward pricing, combined with everything included in the space, also makes Unit 13 one of the most affordable fully equipped studios to book in Rotterdam. For artists and creatives working with a real budget — which is most of them — that combination of affordability and no hidden costs is often as important as the space itself.
In-House Expertise, with a Wider Network When Needed
With 5+ years of experience in photography and press kit production, Unit 13's in-house team brings more than just studio access — there's technical know-how behind the camera and in post-production. For projects that call for additional skills, such as video or more specialized production, Unit 13 also works with a network of partner photographers and videographers, so a booking isn't limited by what's available in-house.
A Flexible Space and a Helping Hand When It's Needed
Booking a studio is rarely just about square meters. At Unit 13, that support includes technical assistance during sessions — handling lighting, camera setup, and gear — so clients and artists can focus on the work itself rather than the logistics behind it. On the post-production side, further editing is available to bring consistency, polish, and export-ready results across an entire shoot.
Just as important is how the space is run day to day. Bookings at Unit 13 tend to stay flexible rather than rigid — schedules, setups, and requests are handled with a willingness to adapt rather than a fixed checklist. There's always a helping hand available if something needs adjusting mid-shoot, and that level of service is treated as part of what's being booked, not an afterthought.
Part of a Larger Creative Community
Unit 13 isn't only a space for one-off bookings — it's also home to an ongoing Artist in Residency Program and an artist-led community. Booking the studio means stepping into an environment that's actively used and shaped by other creatives, not a sterile commercial rental. For some, that overlap leads to unexpected connections, collaborations, or simply a more inspiring atmosphere to work in.
Flexible for Different Kinds of Projects
The studio is used for a wide range of purposes — press kit and EPK shoots, personal and editorial photography projects, product and portrait sessions, and small public events in the project space. Rather than being built around a single narrow use case, Unit 13's setup and support can scale to fit what a project actually needs.
Booking Unit 13
Whether it's a single session or an ongoing project, bookings at Unit 13 come with a central, easy-to-reach location, straightforward all-in pricing, a studio that's genuinely equipped for the work, a team with real experience in photography and press kit production, and a flexible, service-first approach whenever something needs an extra hand.
Questions about availability or booking can be sent to info@unit-13.com. Updates on the studio, residency program, and upcoming opportunities are shared via Instagram @unit13.studio and the Unit 13 newsletter.
