The Perch: Cinematic Residential Filming Location

The Perch | Cinematic Residential Filming Location Perched high above the surrounding canopy with sweeping treetop views from nearly every window, The Perch is a premium residential filming location trusted by global brands, commercial producers and television productions. Selected clients include Google, Saje Wellness and other leading global brands, with the home having hosted major commercial campaigns, television productions, editorial photography, branded content and lifestyle campaigns. Combining elevated design with exceptional production logistics, The Perch offers the rare balance of beautiful architecture and practical functionality. From soaring 12-foot ceilings and cinematic west-facing light to a private 12-car production lot, the property has comfortably accommodated productions of up to 70 cast and crew. Hosted by a Film & Television professional, The Perch was created with production in mind. From scouting through wrap, you'll be working with someone who understands the realities of life on set and the importance of keeping your day moving efficiently. At a Glance: • 2,300 sq. ft. designer residence • 12-foot ceilings on the main floor • West-facing natural light throughout the afternoon • Private 12-car production lot • Productions of up to 70 cast and crew comfortably accommodated • Elevator for equipment loading and unloading • Multi-unit property with additional production space available • Fully integrated smart home and Lutron lighting system • Easily accessible electrical panel • Sonopan soundproofing between floors • High-speed Wi-Fi included Why The Perch? Cinematic Light: Large west-facing picture windows flood the home with warm afternoon light while framing uninterrupted treetop views that feel worlds away from downtown Toronto. Throughout the day, the home offers multiple lighting looks with expansive windows that provide beautiful natural illumination while still allowing ample room for larger lighting setups when required. Elevated Design: Every room has been intentionally designed to feel layered, timeless and cinematic. Herringbone hardwood floors, custom millwork, vintage heirlooms and contemporary furnishings create interiors that feel elevated without feeling overdesigned. A rich palette of moss greens, chocolate browns, warm neutrals and dusty rose photographs beautifully throughout every season. Architectural salvage pieces, including a monumental church bell wheel, an early-1900s dining table and artwork by James Harvey, the artist behind Andy Warhol's famed Brillo Box, provide authentic visual character rarely found in residential rental locations. Production Logistics: Every production is different. The Perch has been thoughtfully equipped to support the practical realities of commercial, television and editorial shoots, allowing crews to spend less time solving logistical challenges and more time creating great work. Production features include: • Spacious rooms that comfortably accommodate scaffolding, lighting and camera movement • Elevator access for equipment loading and unloading • Easily accessible electrical panel • Fully integrated smart home and Lutron lighting system • Sonopan soundproofing between floors • High-speed Wi-Fi included The private rear production lot accommodates approximately 12 vehicles and is ideally suited for: • Video village • Cube trucks • Equipment staging • Craft services • Fire watch • Overnight equipment hold • Crew parking Earliest call times and latest wrap times are available by prior negotiation. Flexible Production Support: The Perch forms part of a multi-unit property, with the owner also owning the neighbouring residence. Additional suites within the property may be rented, subject to availability and negotiated directly with the residents. These spaces are available exclusively alongside bookings of The Perch and have previously been used for: • Hair and makeup • Wardrobe • Talent holding • Client holding • Background holding • Production offices This flexibility allows larger productions to remain entirely self-contained on site while minimizing off-site logistics. Multiple Looks, One Location: The thoughtfully designed 2,300-square-foot residence offers a variety of distinct filming environments, allowing productions to capture multiple looks without changing locations. Available spaces include: • Designer kitchen • Open-concept living and dining areas • Executive office • Primary suite • Children's bedroom • Designer bathrooms • Boutique fitness studio • Outdoor terraces • Treetop views from nearly every room Ideal for: • Upscale family home scenes • Contemporary kitchen and food content • Executive or creative office scenes • Children's and family lifestyle campaigns • Interviews and documentary productions • Television series • Commercial campaigns • Branded content • Holiday campaigns • Fitness and wellness content • Editorial photography • High-end residential interiors Proven on Set Production Rates: Small Professional Shoots: $225-$275/hour • Up to approximately 15 people • Main floor access • Four-hour minimum • Limited equipment • Minimal furniture movement Commercials & Mid-Sized Productions: $400-$650/hour or quoted day rate • 16-30 cast and crew • Expanded house access • Parking lot use • Equipment staging • Hair and makeup, wardrobe and craft services Eight or ten-hour minimum. Cleaning and site representative fees apply. Television, Features & Major Commercial Productions: Custom Quote Film, episodic television, feature films, major commercial campaigns and productions involving more than 30 cast and crew are quoted individually. Pricing is determined according to production footprint, duration, prep and strike days, parking requirements, additional unit rentals, overnight equipment hold, fire watch, property alterations and exclusivity requirements, allowing each production to receive a quote tailored to each production's specific needs.