A studio by creators, for creators.
Welcome to KUVA HAUS.
a Scandinavian-inspired studio designed by creators, for creators. Sharing a Scandinavian background, kuva means photo in Finnish, and haus means house in German - a playful nod to the backgrounds of its two founders.
At KUVA HAUS, you’ll find a fully staged, century home, located right in Old Ottawa South. With white walls, neutral decor, beautiful flooring and natural light throughout the entire home, it’s the perfect blank canvas for your next shoot. Shoot in two beautifully designed bedrooms, a luxury office space, beautiful kitchen, a bright and airy living and dining room, plus a dedicated headshot and backdrop area. When you book at KUVA HAUSE, you have access to the ENTIRE space. Whether it’s brand photography, headshots, videography, or something uniquely yours, this space is ready to adapt to your imagination.
Come create with us at KUVA HAUS.
ABOUT OUR SPACE
As creators managing multiple clients in all kinds of industries, we found ourselves always on the hunt for an affordable studio space that was central, easy to adapt, and more than ‘just a room’. That’s why we’re SO excited to announce the launch of our very own space.
With access to the ENTIRE house, it’s the perfect space to see your vision come to life, whether you’re shooting social content, brand photography, or other creative projects. You also receive full access to our props, located all over the house. A staff member will also be on-site for your shoot in case any questions pop up (but don’t worry, we’ll be tucked away and won’t interfere in your creative process).
OUR RATES & MEMBERSHIPS
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Looking to book for just 1-2 hours? Not a problem! You can book using our hourly rate. Just an FYI though, the longer you book for, the more you save!
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Looking for a longer shoot, or interested in getting 1-2 clients in? We’ve got you! Book a half-day with us from 9am-1pm, or 1pm-5pm.
If you need access outside of these hours, just ask!
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Looking to do a full day of shooting, or have a large project you’re working on? Book a full-day with us, and save over $200!
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Looking for a studio space multiple times throughout the month? We know we were… which is why we’re excited to offer monthly memberships for photographers, videographers, and content creators! Here’s what we’re offering:
$500 - 5h/month (first-come, first-serve booking)
$1000 - 10h/month (first-come, first serve booking)
All of our memberships are on a one-month minimum, so you can pick and choose your memberships for your busiest months!
OTHER WAYS TO USE OUR SPACE
OTHER WAYS TO USE OUR SPACE
Hosting a corporate retreat, private party, or networking event?
Looking for the perfect space for your next event? KUVA HAUS has you covered!
Our Scandinavian-inspired house is ideal for corporate retreats, workshops, networking events, or private parties. With a luxury kitchen, open living and dining spaces, and stylish rooms for breakout sessions, it’s designed to impress and inspire.
Rent the entire space and enjoy a flexible layout that can adapt to your needs. Whether you’re hosting a brainstorming session, team-building day, or celebrating a special occasion, KUVA HAUS provides the perfect backdrop.
Ready to elevate your next event? Fill out our form to inquire! 🎉
Looking for the perfect 'Getting Ready' suite for your big day?
Rent the studio as your ‘getting ready suite’ the entire morning of your wedding for hair, makeup, and getting dressed with your bridal party. Use the kitchen to prep snacks and drinks, and enjoy the central location for easy access to Ottawa venues.
You can book for the morning, the whole day, or turn it into a staycation and return after the party! Need a ‘getting ready’ photographer to help capture the moment? Let us know, and we’ll add pricing to your quote. 🤎
Fill out our form to book your wedding day suite!
Studio Info & Rules
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Expectations
It is expected that everyone who chooses to use this space observes these guidelines.
Failure to adhere to our policies and guidelines will result in the termination of your reservation and can result in an indefinite ban.
Length of Use
Your reservation starts and ends at the times specified on your confirmation. If you go over your time, you will be charged $75 every 30 minutes.
Access
The entrance to the studio is at the back of the house, on Woodbine Ave. Please go in through the back, and leave your shoes in the mudroom (we have a lot of white furniture and light floors, so please help us keep it clean by leaving your outdoor shoes outside!)
Drugs and Alcohol
Alcohol and smoking (including vaping) of any kind is prohibited within the space or in the sheltered entry way at the front and rear of the building.
Noise Levels
Shooting with music? Uhh, YES! We also love to have music going when we shoot, but please be mindful that we are located in a residential area, where families live nearby. Our studio is not soundproof, so keep noise levels down, and refrain from playing explicit music.
What NOT to bring & shoot
This studio cannot be used to shoot nudity or pornography of any kind.
Dry ice, fog machines and glitter is not permitted in the studio. Seriously guys, no glitter!!
This feels pretty obvious, but no weapons including (but not limited to) guns or knives in the studio space.
Please do not light candles or have any open flame during your shoot. Don’t burn our studio down, that would be super embarrassing and expensive for you.
Respect the furniture (it was expensive!)
Please do not stand on any of the furniture, or wear outdoor shoes inside. As you’ll notice, we have lots of white and cream carpets, furniture and props, so help us keep it clean!
To move heavier pieces of furniture, we ask that you lift it, as opposed to drag it. If you require assistance, please ask the associate to help!
If there are damages to the floor, furniture, studio equipment, or props, you will be asked to reimburse the cost of the damages.
You CAN eat, but we do ask you do so only in the kitchen area, and not on our white couch. We beg you - not the white couch.
Pet Rule
We love pets, you love pets, but the white furniture in this house does NOT love pets. Please do not bring your pets to the shoot. If you have a specific vision and you NEED your pet there, please contact our team prior, and we can let you know if it’s possible to make an exception.
If you show up with a pet without letting us know, we do reserve the right to cancel your booking without a refund.
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Please ensure that all garbage, gear, and personal belongings are packed up before your booking time ends.
A staff member will be on-site during your shoot (don’t worry, we won’t be in the way!), and will inspect the studio 10-minutes before your departure. If our staff finds a messy room or damages, you will be charged an additional $75-100 cleaning fee.
You are expected to return all furniture to its original place. Please lift heavy furniture, and do not drag it across the floor.
If there are damages to any of the furniture, props, floor, walls or equipment, you will be liable and must reimburse the studio. Broken furniture fee is dependant on the piece, and if the piece is damaged beyond repair, you will be charged the cost of that piece (and yes, we have the receipts).
If you stain any of the carpets, beds, furniture or couch, you will be charged a deep cleaning fee of $300-$500.
We don’t want to charge you, and we know you don’t want to pay for cleaning or damaged furniture, so please treat the studio with care and respect, and we’ll be good to go.
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Location
We are located at 49 Roslyn Avenue, in Old Ottawa South!
Hours
We are open Monday - Sunday, from 9am-9pm. If you’d like to book with us outside of these hours, please email us at info@kkcommunications.ca.
Parking
We are one of the few places that has FREE street parking in the area (yay!) feel free to park on Roslyn (but stay on the left side facing South!), or find a spot anywhere in the surrounding area!
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Please arrive on-time to your shoot and leave within your scheduled booking!
If you need extra time after your shoot, you can do so at $65/30 mins, provided that we do not have another booking.
Arrival
Feel free to come 10 minutes early to set-up gear! A staff member will be there to let you in, so just ring the doorbell or knock.
Departure
You’re more than welcome to move around props and furniture during your shoot, but we ask that you have everything returned to its original place at the end of your shoot.
You’ll be given a 10-minute heads-up when your booking is about to end, which is a great time to start packing up your gear.
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We have a kitchen, and yes, you may use it!
Feel free to keep any snacks, juice or drinks (non-alcoholic, please) in the fridge, but be sure to take it when you leave.
You’re welcome to help yourself to water, snacks and coffee during your shoot.
If you use any dishes, please put them in the dishwasher before you leave.
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Please limit your group to 10 guests. If you require more people at your shoot, please let us know ahead of time by emailing info@kkcommunications.ca.
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We do have wifi! You can find the wifi password in the kitchen, in a photo frame on the counter.
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Interested in checking out the space before you book? Sure thing!
Please shoot us an email at info@kkcommunications.ca and we can set up a tour to view our space.
You’re welcome to also pop-by if you’re in the area, but if we have a shoot or meeting going on, we can’t promise that you’ll be let in, so best to message us ahead of time via email or Instagram DM.