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A spacious art gallery featuring various paintings displayed on the white walls, with exposed brick on one side and polished wooden flooring.
from$150/hr
Downtown Gallery & Event Space

Downtown Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
Venue capacity icon100
Manning Gallery Suite: Gallery & Event Space A spacious retail floor space with natural light and brick accents accommodates events and conferences of all size and varieties. Features street level entry, hardwood floors, and access to other adjacent spaces for use as breakouts. A spacious retail floor space
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Velvett Photos and Booth Image in Downtown Oakland, Oakland, CA
from$100/hr
Velvett Photos and Booth

Downtown Oakland, CA

Venue capacity icon15
Velvett Photos and Booth. Welcome to Velvett Photo Studio! Please read before booking: Myself or an assistant will be on site for all bookings. Because this new studio includes equipment rental, I want to be close by to provide any troubleshooting and otherwise be by the desk and staying out of
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A modern office space featuring a brown leather sofa, two armchairs, a large rug with a geometric pattern, and a conference table surrounded by black chairs, all in a well-lit room with multiple windows.
from$75/hr
Oakstop - California Ballroom

Downtown Oakland, CA

3.6(9)
Venue capacity icon50
Oakstop - California Ballroom. Beautiful light filled multipurpose room for private meetings, workshops, trainings, conferences, exhibits, and events. Modern amenities including large smart TV and stylish conference table. Private kitchenette provides additional accommodations for providing food during staff retreats, receptions, etc.
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STAK Space Image in Downtown Oakland, Oakland, CA
from$100/hr
STAK Space

Downtown Oakland, CA

Venue capacity icon4
STAK Space. 🎙️ Need a Recording Studio? Come check out our YouTube studio and podcast room—fully equipped with professional AV gear to make your recording experience seamless, high quality, and hassle free. Whether you're filming video content, recording interviews, or launching your next podcast series, our space is designed
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A colorful bar area with modern furniture, featuring neon signs and shelves filled with snacks.
from$150/hr
Baba's House

Downtown Oakland, CA

Venue capacity icon30
Baba's House. “So this is a snack shop AND an event space?” Yes, indeed. We designed the space so that it can be an empty canvas for creativity. Want to perform with your own guest list? A dance party? Comedy night? Movie experience? Want a space to host a company party,
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An office space with several colorful chairs and tables arranged in an open area, featuring artwork on the walls.
from$125/hr
International Suite: Large Gallery for Productions

Downtown Oakland, CA

4.7(16)
Venue capacity icon100
2000 sq ft space, that can accommodate multiple purposes including private meetings, workshops, trainings, conferences, exhibits, and events. This Gallery space is a self contained suite, offering even more privacy for groups that require exclusive space for a long session. /// ROOM INCLUDES /// • 14 rolling 5
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Brooklyn Loft-Esque Event Space for Creatives, Community-Driven Initiatives Image in Downtown Oakland, Oakland, CA
from$300/hr
Brooklyn Loft-Esque Event Space for Creatives, Community-Driven Initiatives

Downtown Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
Venue capacity icon200
WHAT WILL YOU CREATE HERE? Welcome to 1308 Broadway by ABG spaces. Our mission is to offer this space as a resource for artists and community driven movements. Our sliding scale pricing is designed to reflect our values, offering accessible rates to those who need it most while
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Photo Studio near Lake Merritt Image in Downtown Oakland, Oakland, CA
from$75/hr
Photo Studio near Lake Merritt

Downtown Oakland, CA

4.6(9)
Venue capacity icon10
Our space is located in East Oakland nearby Laney College and Lake Merritt. We have 1,000 sqft area ready for photography and video use. Tons of natural light, along with lighting equipment available for an extra cost. You can contact us directly if you'd like to
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An indoor golf simulation room with artificial grass tee areas and large projection screens displaying golf courses.
from$300/hr
Golf Studio: Your Ideal Indoor Video Production Space

Downtown Oakland, CA

Venue capacity icon75
This indoor golf facility is a golfer's paradise right in the heart of downtown Oakland. This state of the art venue offers a premier indoor golfing experience like no other. With its cutting edge technology and meticulously designed space, it's the ideal destination for golf enthusiasts
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couchdate - Vintage HiFi Bar + Community Space in the Heart of Oakland Image in Downtown Oakland, Oakland, CA
from$100/hr
couchdate - Vintage HiFi Bar + Community Space in the Heart of Oakland

Downtown Oakland, CA

Venue capacity icon80
Enjoy a historical, landmark building in the heart of downtown Oakland. couchdate is a Hifi Bar + community space. Excellent for everything from private parties, book releases, and workshops, to intimate music performances, dance parties, photo shoots, and so much more. Included with our space is
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A modern meeting room with a large white table and four chairs, featuring exposed brick walls and two colorful paintings.
from$30/hr
Parker Meeting Room

Downtown Oakland, CA

4.8(31)
Venue capacity icon8
Beautiful multipurpose room for private meetings, workshops, trainings, or conferences. Large windows open, allowing for natural light and air along with a view of the historic Fox Theater. /// ROOM INCLUDES /// • Vizio Smart TV Monitor • Stationary Conference Table • Cushioned rolling chairs • A portable
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A spacious bar with a vibrant mural of a woman's face on the wall, surrounded by warm wooden accents and a well-stocked shelf of beverages.
from$200/hr
Downtown Retro Vinyl Record Cocktail bar and Art Gallery

Downtown Oakland, CA

4.8(12)
Venue capacity icon40
The space can comfortably accommodate parties of 30 40 people, depending on seating requirements. Great for birthday parties, art shows and parties. The space features a full bar, turntables, art, plug and play projector system, all nestled inside a beautiful retro style. The space
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Downtown Loft with Bay View Image in Downtown Oakland, Oakland, CA
from$54/hr
Downtown Loft with Bay View

Downtown Oakland, CA

Venue capacity icon20
Soak in panoramic San Francisco Bay views from this 15th floor downtown loft. With vaulted ceilings, abundant natural light, and space for lush greenery, this bright and airy retreat is perfect for plant lovers and urban dwellers alike. A serene oasis in the heart of the
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A brightly lit gallery space with a large purple seating area in the center and colorful artworks displayed on the walls.
from$175/hr
Broadway Gallery: Beautiful Downtown Event Venue with Natural Lighting

Downtown Oakland, CA

5.0(3)
Venue capacity icon100
A large open retail floor space with natural light accommodates events and conferences of all size and varieties. This space is setup as a gallery as well with beautiful art from local artists, providing a colorful backdrop for your meeting or event. Features street level entry,
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A living room with a gray sofa, two white decorative pillows, a round coffee table, and a patterned rug.
from$80/hr
Charming + Stylish Gem In Uptown Oakland!

Downtown Oakland, CA

5.0(6)
Venue capacity icon10
About the space: Charming + stylish gem in Oakland's Uptown neighborhood! This is a chic top floor condominium w/ an ideal synthesis of old world charm & contemporary function/updates. Vintage details include Victorian era fireplace mantle, built in cabinetry, wainscoting, pocket doors, picture/plate molding, crown molding,
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A bright and airy living space featuring a dining table, a sofa with decorative pillows, a piano, bookshelves, and various indoor plants.
from$150/hr
Great for content creation -- Live/Work Loft in Downtown Oakland with floor to ceiling windows

Downtown Oakland, CA

Venue capacity icon15
This space is great for a location shoot or if you need a staged shoot for headshots, product images, or lifestyle. We have a variety of spaces that can create different scenes easily within the space. The loft is two levels which can also be helpful
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Unique Uptown Lounge with Vibey Decor and Bar Image in Downtown Oakland, Oakland, CA
from$75/hr
Unique Uptown Lounge with Vibey Decor and Bar

Downtown Oakland, CA

Venue capacity icon125
Welcome to Akoma Lounge! A great lounge space for unique gatherings, record releases, birthdays, quincenera’s, graduations, baby showers and more! Featuring a beautiful bar, hardwood floors, and modern furniture. We are nestled in the heart of uptown Oakland. We provide access to a prep
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A large, empty basement space with exposed concrete walls, metal pillars, and a few overhead lights illuminating the area.
from$250/hr
Massive Basement Warehouse Photoshoot Set

Downtown Oakland, CA

5.0(24)
Venue capacity icon100
This is our basement level of the 900 block of Broadway. It’s 20,576 square feet and mostly unfurnished except for those reclaimed church pews. This is a popular spot for filming production! It currently has no internet. Please inquire through Peerspace messaging for more information.
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A large group of people gathers on a rooftop overlooking a street in Oakland, with an art deco theater visible in the background.
from$250/hr
Amazing Rooftop Deck & Modern Gallery Suite

Downtown Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
Venue capacity icon150
Beautiful gallery and event space for team "off sites", workshops, receptions, conferences, exhibits, and parties. Rotating art series professionally installed as well as unique colorful stools to match almost any color theme. Plenty of windows and access to separate adjoining roof deck event space for an
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Downtown city view recording studio Image in Downtown Oakland, Oakland, CA
from$50/hr
Downtown city view recording studio

Downtown Oakland, CA

Venue capacity icon10
The Reef Studios, located in Downtown Oakland, is a community driven production and recording studio. We specialize in producing, engineering, recording, and releasing music while also offering educational programs to teach music creation to the youth. we believe that, much like a coral reef, our community
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A modern office space features multiple workstations arranged in a bright room with large windows and exposed brick walls.
from$90/hr
Rustic & Modern Event/Off-site Space

Downtown Oakland, CA

4.8(5)
Venue capacity icon50
This gorgeous loft inspired space is located in historic Old Oakland. It is 1,219 square feet and has ample space with multiple desks, meeting room space, kitchen, lounge area, and more. This space does not currently have internet. Please note that we cannot book this space more than
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A conference room features a long table surrounded by modern chairs, with large windows and industrial-style lighting.
from$60/hr
Oakstop

Downtown Oakland, CA

4.9(21)
Venue capacity icon12
Oakstop. Beautiful multipurpose room for private meetings, workshops, trainings, or conferences. Large windows open, allowing for natural light and air along with a view of the historic Fox Theater. Located on the bustling downtown Oakland street, which has a plethora of food options.
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Light Filled Industrial Studio and Loft Space Image in Downtown Oakland, Oakland, CA
from$100/hr
Light Filled Industrial Studio and Loft Space

Downtown Oakland, CA

Venue capacity icon20
Bright, airy industrial space available for rent in Oakland's historic Waterfront Warehouse District—perfect for fashion, product, lifestyle, or branding photoshoots. The 1,475 sq. ft. space features 12 ft ceilings, exposed brick, steel beams, and polished concrete floors for a rustic vibe. Note: photo equipment is not included.
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The interior of a café features a mix of tables and chairs, with patrons engaged in conversation and a television screen displaying a program on the wall.
from$250/hr
Eclectic Modern Bar + Game Lounge

Downtown Oakland, CA

4.8(4)
Venue capacity icon137
Hesher's Pizza & Taproom. This modern, eclectic bar & lounge has over 1600 square feet of industrial cozy space, complete with plenty of seating, pinball, board games, and dart boards, three TV's and a smart projector/large screen. Furniture can be moved for an open space, great for yoga or other
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A room featuring exposed brick walls, a bay window, and a staircase leading to a loft area.
from$100/hr
Beautiful Open Space Loft

Downtown Oakland, CA

Venue capacity icon49
This is a beautiful loft inspired space located in historic Old Oakland. It is 1,700 sqft, has large windows, and great light. It's perfect for events, off sites, workshops, photoshoots, etc. You will have access to your own kitchen, as well shared restrooms. This is a completely
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An open, industrial-style interior featuring shelving units, various chairs, and a desk arranged on a concrete floor against a backdrop of exposed brick walls.
from$200/hr
Industrial Warehouse Photo Space in Jack London Square

Downtown Oakland, CA

4.7(6)
Venue capacity icon15
(Hello we are currently not renting the space, thank you ) Early 20th Century historic warehouse located in Jack London Square with a 5000 sq ft main floor with brick and concrete walls that are 25 feet high with 7 large skylights creating a natural
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A modern art gallery featuring a white table and chairs in the center, with colorful paintings on the walls and a large screen displaying an artwork.
from$25/hr
Small Meeting Room Inside of Broadway Gallery

Downtown Oakland, CA

4.7(34)
Venue capacity icon8
Quiet conference space that can accommodate multiple purposes including private meetings, workshops, and trainings. Perfect for video production or podcast recordings. Located on the first floor with access to natural light in the Broadway Gallery. Mostly white room with art deco white table.
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A cozy sitting area featuring a green sofa, two light-colored armchairs, a wooden coffee table, and a potted plant, with large windows letting in natural light and exposed brick walls.
from$150/hr
Urban Loft Event/Off-Site Space

Downtown Oakland, CA

5.0(2)
Venue capacity icon50
Welcome to our gorgeous loft inspired space located in historic Old Oakland! This 2,661 square foot office space is perfect for co working or meeting space, photoshoots, offsite gatherings, you name it. This third floor space is fully furnished and has its own kitchenette and shared
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An art gallery featuring colorful paintings displayed on white walls, with a spacious wooden floor.
from$150/hr
Creative Space in Downtown Oakland

Downtown Oakland, CA

4.7(10)
Venue capacity icon100
A fully customizable space in Downtown Oakland that serves as a shoe store, art gallery, and event space during business hours. This space allows for various different styles of meetings and gatherings, movie screenings and performances, and the perfect place for networking workshops.
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A spacious, empty industrial interior with concrete floors, exposed brick walls, and a central table supported by metal beams.
from$250/hr
Huge Warehouse Vacant Building

Downtown Oakland, CA

5.0(2)
Venue capacity icon100
This is the 900 block of Broadway in Oakland, ground floor. It is right next to the big parking lot that we also listed. The entire floor is vacant and unfurnished, has no internet, and is 18,919 square feet. This would be perfect for production as there
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A small theater or meeting room with rows of black chairs facing a blank wall, and a doorway leading to a restroom area.
from$150/hr
Event and Theater space 30 seconds from BART in Oakland.

Downtown Oakland, CA

5.0(2)
Venue capacity icon47
with a stage. 40 chairs are available. LED overhead and theater lights are also available. The space has been used as a photo studio, event space, theater space and classroom. Total capacity is 49 people.
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A spacious room with wooden flooring, featuring a colorful mural on one wall and mirrored surfaces reflecting the interior.
from$50/hr
Natural Light Studio and Dance/Yoga/Rehearsal Hall

Downtown Oakland, CA

5.0(20)
Venue capacity icon30
Welcome to our space! A warm, naturally lit studio with mirrors, dance floor, cubbies, and lounge space. Our space is 800 sq ft, with south west facing windows that let natural light in all day. A creative hub nestled in the same building as Flax
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Izo Studio Image in Downtown Oakland, Oakland, CA
from$35/hr
Izo Studio

Downtown Oakland, CA

Venue capacity icon6
Izo Studio. Studio Rental for Podcast, YouTube, & Social Media Content Creation — Fully Equipped & Flexibly Bookable! Looking for a professional, creative space to record your next podcast, YouTube video, or social media content? Our state of the art content studio is designed to inspire, equipped with top
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A modern living room features a gray sectional sofa with colorful throw pillows surrounding a round marble coffee table, all set against large windows overlooking an urban landscape.
from$195/hr
Terrace Lounge in Oakland

Downtown Oakland, CA

2.8(5)
Venue capacity icon50
Our beautiful club room is perfect for any social gathering, celebration or meeting (retreat). Flexible seating allows for casual mingling and dining. This indoor/outdoor space is sure to impress! Space Features: Indoor/outdoor Terrace modern landscaping two grills WiFi
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Podcast Studio - Oaktown Echo Image in Downtown Oakland, Oakland, CA
from$80/hr
Podcast Studio - Oaktown Echo

Downtown Oakland, CA

Venue capacity icon8
A podcast room designed for up to 5 people, featuring a spacious setup and professional grade soundproofing to ensure high quality recordings. Equipped with premium microphones and seamless AV technology, this space allows for effortless connectivity, making it easy to record, edit, and produce content without
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A modern seating area with a light blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a patterned mural on the wall, complemented by a lamp and a potted plant.
from$150/hr
Modern Off-site Meeting & Conference Space Office

Downtown Oakland, CA

4.7(3)
Venue capacity icon25
Our warm and modern office space is located in the heart of JackLondon. Within walking distance of dozens of hotels, restaurants and easily accessible by public transportation. The 1500+ Square office has been refurbished; New paint, redone floors, lighting, windows, and new state of the
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Reviews for photo studios

Jesus A.
Spacious Photo Studio in Oakland
Fantastic studio space for my lifestyle photoshoot! My client was very impressed with the studio layout, cleanliness, professional staff, access to shops and restaurants, stock of props and surfaces, and full kitchen for food prep (great for food photography or simply whipping up a quick meal). Able shoot using the...
Gail B.
Charming + Stylish Gem In Uptown Oakland!
thorough. The space looked exactly like the pictures provided. And she even left my photographer and I some free snacks to eat during our photoshoot! I highly recommend her as a host...
Gail B.
Charming + Stylish Gem In Uptown Oakland!
thorough. The space looked exactly like the pictures provided. And she even left my photographer and I some free snacks to eat during our photoshoot! I highly recommend her as a host...
Betsy B.
Light-Filled Executive Lounge with Smart TV and Kitchenette
Overall, a wonderful space with great lighting - we used it to simulate a team meeting for a photo shoot. I would use it for an actual team meeting and be happy with the space. The room was not as clean as I would hope, it definitely needed a good vacuum...
Robert D.
Downtown Oakland's premier PROFOTO Photo / Video Production Studio
The host came himself and showed me how to use the place. Very versatile place for photography— I shot fashion, Boudoir and ballerina shots with ease. Very close to the Bart system, so many place for food around which we enjoyed after the shoot. If you have experience in strobe...
Carol D.
Downtown Oakland's premier PROFOTO Photo / Video Production Studio
Beautiful space, fully equipped with everything you could possibly need for a photoshoot. Excellent host. Everything went very well. Highly recommend...
Robert E.
Downtown Oakland's premier PROFOTO Photo / Video Production Studio
Too bad theyre closed, it was great and convenient place for photoshoots
Teja F.
Downtown Oakland's premier PROFOTO Photo / Video Production Studio
protocols. The space has many backdrops, a makeup/touch up area, props that can be used an really spacious. Such a good find for our photoshoot and easy to access...
Sally G.
Downtown Oakland's premier PROFOTO Photo / Video Production Studio
this space has to offer, and being so kind & thorough. We felt welcome, and were able to get really creative and had a great photo shoot! Hope to be back soon, highly recommended...
Raquell G.
Downtown Oakland's premier PROFOTO Photo / Video Production Studio
Leon provides a wonderful space and we added his professional photography service which exceeded our expectations. He was very friendly and professional, overall it was a great experience...
Ambrose G.
Downtown Oakland's premier PROFOTO Photo / Video Production Studio
space, use of a great sound system for music, comfort, and the use of their in-house equipment was a huge plus for our photoshoot. The hosts were very accomodating and thorough. And were nice enough to help with some equipment setup. Minor con: The white vinyl was mostly clean...
Alexis L.
Downtown Oakland's premier PROFOTO Photo / Video Production Studio
booked the studio for a personal photoshoot with a photographer and an assistant. Leon was super helpful and patient as we struggled to find parking (most of the lots near the studio are closed Sundays, oops) and gave us a thorough tour, including how to use the lights, which we...
Savanah M.
Light-Filled Executive Lounge with Smart TV and Kitchenette
Great space for filming and photography. Note, no front desk or staff on-site. Building was quiet and worked well for a video shoot...
Claudia N.
Downtown Oakland's premier PROFOTO Photo / Video Production Studio
Great space to shoot. Host was great, very communicative, patient & flexible. Overall photoshoot was a success & would work here again...
Ricardo N.
Downtown Oakland's premier PROFOTO Photo / Video Production Studio
asked to take pictures of her. Ive only tried out photography a couple of times. I've even booked other places on peerspace to shoot photography to help another friend. Every studio has there features and space, but shooting here was really a great experience. Leon took the time to...
Jim O.
Downtown Oakland's premier PROFOTO Photo / Video Production Studio
This studio has everything a photographer needs for any type of photo shoot. It is neat clean and well well organized. The host, Leon, was punctual and took the time to show me where everything was, how to use it and made sure everything worked with my equipment before he...
David S.
Chic Downtown Conference Room
This space was exactly as pictured and was ideal for the photo shoot that I used it for. The host, Damon, was very helpful and accommodating beforehand, answering questions promptly, helping to adjust the timing when I requested a change, etc. And Damon provided a friendly greeting on the day...
Tai S.
Osumare Suite: Luxurious Meeting Loft in Downtown Oakland
Fantastic space for a photo shoot, northern facing windows with neutral exterior bouncing light in. Couldn’t be any more ideal! Host was a bit late to meet us, but was very lovely and had a lot on his hands. Would definitely rent this space again...
Mark T.
Bright Production Space - perfect for shooting and recording
The space was really nice! We did a photo shoot here and the images came out great! Thanks again Jeremy and team for coordinating, will definitely be using the space again...
Fatimah T.
Downtown City Center Oakland Studio for Meetings
This studio is amazing! It has everything you need for your photo shoot. Sunny and Leon are great host, the communication was very clear and professional. Will book again for sure...

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