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A modern open-concept living space with a light gray sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and large glass doors leading to an outdoor area.
from$1,000/hr
Award Winning, Light Filled Custom Home on Tree Lined Avenue

Leland Manor, Palo Alto, CA

5.0(6)
Venue capacity icon18

Single-Family Home

This space was a National Custom Home 2021 awardee, which was also featured in Luxe Homes + Interiors. The light is second to none + it’s upscale casual elegance + a photo/video shoot dream! The neighborhood is all multi million dollar homes, walkable to the...
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A white wooden gazebo is situated at the end of a pathway lined with colorful flowering plants and lush greenery.
from$300/hr
Gardens and Historic House and Carriage House for Video and Photo Production Shoots

Old Palo Alto, CA

4.8(159)
Venue capacity icon50

Event Space

Elizabeth F. Gamble Garden. Our 2 1/2 acre garden and historic buildings near downtown Palo Alto are available for video and photo production shoots. Our garden has year-round interest and color. Guests are invited to take photos in the garden for free but if you would like to use...
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A modern living room with a large sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and artwork on the walls, leading into a brightly lit kitchen space.
from$500/hr
Stylish and Cosy Modern Farmhouse conveniently located

Duveneck/St. Francis, Palo Alto, CA

5.0(12)
Venue capacity icon15

Farmhouse

Have your next photo or video shoot in a stylish well-designed home. There is an open great room with large top end kitchen, dining, and family room. The back porch and back yard has dining and seating areas. There are many opportunities to capture different...
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A landscaped garden with a grassy area surrounded by stone paths, decorative plants in pots, and outdoor furniture under a patio umbrella.
from$250/hr
Outdoor Event Space at BootUP

Duveneck/St. Francis, Palo Alto, CA

5.0(1)
Venue capacity icon200

Outdoor Space

Spectacular and serene, this resort-like 20,000+ sq feet outdoor event space is right in the heart of Silicon Valley. Featuring two huge lawns, lots of paver space, a 2000 sq. ft. stage, six seating areas with fire pits, umbrellas, and gazebos, a domed marble gazebo...
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A spacious dining area features wooden tables and chairs arranged around a central table, with a large brown banquette and decorative wall art in the background.
from$325/hr
Modern, Contemporary, Casual Restaurant Space in Downtown Palo Alto

University South, Palo Alto, CA

4.5(2)
Venue capacity icon28

Restaurant

Located in downtown Palo Alto, this contemporary, casual restaurant space has plenty of natural light and is the perfect location for your offsite lunch or dinner meeting, private party, or other special event. The space is also perfect for photo shoots. The space is approximately...
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A two-story house with a tiled roof, surrounded by neatly trimmed hedges and a lawn, under a clear blue sky.
from$350/hr
Beautiful 1927 Spanish Home

Crescent Park, Palo Alto, CA

5.0(13)
Venue capacity icon30

House

Elegant 1927 Spanish home that has been remodeled. Extremely large double living room and loggia space that has been used for furniture shoots. Beautiful gardens and pool. Space is perfect for furniture, kitchen and garden photography. Easy access from driveway so trucks can pull into...
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A two-story, Mediterranean-style house with a swimming pool and landscaped grounds.
from$5,000/hr
Grand Palo Alto Historic Home and Gardens - Downtown/Crescent Park

Crescent Park, Palo Alto, CA

Venue capacity icon20

Estate

Grand Palo Alto historic home furnished or unfurnished, large flowering gardens, wired and lighted pergola and pathways, pool (can be hard covered for event space or left uncovered). Great for weddings, meetings, offsites and other events. House is 3900 sft, grounds are 17,000 sft. There...
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A stone path winds through a lush garden filled with various plants and flowers under large trees.
from$100/hr
Charming historic garden in downtown Palo Alto

University South, Palo Alto, CA

5.0(10)
Venue capacity icon30

Garden

The Museum of American Heritage. Our spacious historic garden features historic irises and an arbor of wisteria in the spring, surrounded by century old redwoods. Please note: We cannot accommodate any commercial productions due to our lease agreements...
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A cozy restaurant interior with wooden tables, red tufted seating, and pendant lights, featuring a brick wall and a serving counter.
from$149/hr
Versatile Downtown Palo Alto Event Space

University South, Palo Alto, CA

5.0(88)
Venue capacity icon49

Restaurant

Located on Ramona Street in the heart of downtown Palo Alto, our 600 sq. ft indoor space would be well suited for, and ha been successfully used for small video productions /films shoot. Please review "Host Rules" below before booking. Outside space (500 sq ft)...
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A modern conference room featuring a wooden table surrounded by five gray chairs, with a wall-mounted television and two computers on a desk in the background.
from$75/hr
Veery @ Creative Huddle Meeting Space in Down Town Palo Alto

Downtown North, Palo Alto, CA

5.0(22)
Venue capacity icon5

Office Meeting Room

This is a historical building and rich history and used differently throughout time. The space has been tastefully updated for a modern look. We are one block away from the world-renowned Palo Alto University avenue. Walking distance to cal-train station and plenty of parking options...
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High ceilings, stylish interior in Palo Alto home near Stanford Image in Midtown, Palo Alto, CA
from$290/hr
High ceilings, stylish interior in Palo Alto home near Stanford

Midtown, Palo Alto, CA

5.0(21)
Venue capacity icon25

House

...offsites + events - Hours are flexible, just ask! - previous media guests include Amazon, Apple, DoorDash, Google, Meta, Stanford, Temu, Tesla, independent photographers, documentary film makers...
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A sunlit living room with a high ceiling, featuring two sofas, a coffee table, and large windows that provide a view of the outdoors.
from$250/hr
Luxury Home Next to Stanford University

College Terrace, Palo Alto, CA

5.0(1)
Venue capacity icon40

Set for Photos / Films

Welcome to your dream luxury home just next to Stanford University! This stunning property offers the perfect blend of sophistication, comfort, and convenience. Ideal for short term rentals, it is perfect for business travelers, academics, families, and anyone looking for a luxurious stay in the...
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The scene displays a cozy living room featuring a gray sofa, wooden chairs, a large area rug, and large windows overlooking a garden.
from$100/hr
Urban Farmhouse Oasis Close to Stanford

Barron Park, Palo Alto, CA

5.0(2)
Venue capacity icon30

Farmhouse

Built in 1951, our farmhouse and its 1 acre land feels like an orchard in the middle of Palo Alto. Despite being walking distance from Rivian, Tesla, HP, and Stanford, Barron Park area was primarily used for farming and ranching in the late 19th and...
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A panoramic view of a television studio with a green screen wall, a black desk, and curtains in a simple layout.
from$150/hr
Large Professional High Definition Television Studio

Palo Alto, CA

5.0(67)
Venue capacity icon50

Video Studio

Midpen Media Center. Large, professional HD television studio, with optional recording equipment and facilities. Live audiences, green screen technology, various sets and props available. Adjacent kitchen and green room also available. The studio can be used for gatherings large and small and just about any set or atmosphere...
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A bright, modern living space featuring an orange sofa, two coffee tables, and a mix of decorative chairs, with large windows allowing natural light to fill the room.
from$95/hr
Bright White, Natural Light Lifestyle Studio in South Los Altos | Branding, Family Shoots, Lifestyle, Boudoir

8 miles from Palo Alto, CA

5.0(242)
Venue capacity icon30

Daylight Studio

The Sunlight Space is a creative space that's full of bright, natural light — all day long! It features huge southwest and southeast facing windows. The space is about 950 square feet and offers a huge variety of props, furniture, and decor to suit any...
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A modern interior living space with a brown leather sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, a dining area in the background, and large windows overlooking an outdoor patio.
from$285/hr
Mid-Century Modern Setting in the Heart of Silicon Valley

8.2 miles from Palo Alto, CA

5.0(120)
Venue capacity icon30

House

...make up rooms as well. Fully equipped for electronic presentations/video and photo playback, and high-speed Wi-Fi. This space easily accommodates film crews, talent and equipment. The central Peninsula location off of El Camino Real is equidistant between HWYs 101 and 280 it is...
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A modern kitchen features white cabinetry, a central island with bar stools, and stainless steel appliances.
from$160/hr
Two Story Silicon Valley Family Home

10.8 miles from Palo Alto, CA

5.0(47)
Venue capacity icon45

House

...well done Vocolinc commercial that was shot at my house https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ziPIjSlbnAQ This is a fabulous commercial that was filmed here for AutoX. You'll see my house in any of the shots that feature the mom and/or daughter. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UoSU3F9lXKM Get...
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A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a large island with bar stools, stainless steel appliances, and pendant lighting.
from$99/hr
Tropical Modern | Natural Light | Newly Renovated

23.6 miles from Palo Alto, CA

4.9(58)
Venue capacity icon30

Single-Family Home

We've had beautiful campaigns shot here like the Golden State Warriors, World Market and Hint Water. This home lends beautifully for photoshoots and video shoots both big and small. Book for June and July now and save 20% for advance booking. The 10 Foot waterfall...
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A modern kitchen features blue cabinetry, a central wooden island with stools, and large windows allowing natural light to brighten the space.
from$175/hr
Spacious Oakland Hills Farmhouse

24.2 miles from Palo Alto, CA

4.9(50)
Venue capacity icon25

Farmhouse

The Farmhouse is located in the Oakland hills on a half acre with a view, the house is 2600 sq ft and has 4 bedrooms. It has high ceilings, tons of natural light, and lots of room to set up lighting. There is plenty of...
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A modern living room features a gray sofa, a coffee table with a plant, and a large television, with an adjacent dining area visible through an open doorway.
from$95/hr
Bright, Spacious, Remodeled Historic Craftsman

25.1 miles from Palo Alto, CA

5.0(119)
Venue capacity icon10

Craftsman Home

...Ave., Grand Avenue, 580, 880, and bus lines to BART. Wifi is available. Our space has been booked for: - Video shoots - Documentary - Filmed interviews - Photoshoots - Product demo - Student film - Social media content - Commerical Notable companies that have booked with us include: - Google Nest - Apple - Gametime...
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A modern living room with a brown leather sofa, a round wooden coffee table, and large windows filled with greenery.
from$150/hr
Incredibly Bright Photo/Video Studio with Private Outdoor Space

25.3 miles from Palo Alto, CA

5.0(107)
Venue capacity icon20

Film / Photo Loft

New Revolution Media. NRM Studios is an 1100 sq/ft multi level creative studio space nestled in the heart of the Dogpatch of San Francisco. The main studio space walls have been covered in state of the art sound proofing panels which makes it the perfect space for any...
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A kitchen features blue walls, a central island with a marble countertop and farmhouse sink, and large windows allowing natural light.
from$125/hr
Traditional Oakland Cottage with Beautiful Garden + Tree House

25.4 miles from Palo Alto, CA

5.0(74)
Venue capacity icon20

House

Nestled in the Oakland hills this house offers a lovely garden right off a beautiful kitchen with tons of natural south facing light. The house has 2 bedrooms, 2 baths and a garage, guest will have access to the whole house and garden. The garden...
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A studio setup features a green screen backdrop with a metal chair in the center, flanked by large studio lights and a ladder in the background.
from$55/hr
Photography and Video Production Studio

25.5 miles from Palo Alto, CA

4.8(120)
Venue capacity icon8

Photo / Video Studio

...day / week. Permanently installed professional white CYC screen and green screen. This room can be used for portraits, fashion photography, products. Also, film makers can utilize the space and create different sets for music videos, interviews for documentaries, and livestreams. No natural light, however it...
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A spacious room with large windows allowing natural light to illuminate the white walls and floor, contrasted by a section of exposed brick.
from$125/hr
Airy Daylight Photo Studio

25.7 miles from Palo Alto, CA

4.9(300)
Venue capacity icon30

Film / Photo Loft

LUX-SF Photo Studios & Services. ...Airy, sunny private space in the Dogpatch with a panoramic view of Pier 70 & the Bay, perfect for photo and film shoots and other production-oriented uses. Use of basic grip, covered parking for up to 3 vehicles, and many additional niceties included. Load-in...
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A spacious, well-lit room with large windows and a red couch beside a table surrounded by chairs.
from$125/hr
Sunny, Serene Dogpatch Photo Studio

25.7 miles from Palo Alto, CA

4.9(163)
Venue capacity icon30

Film / Photo Loft

...Airy, quiet, natural light studio in Dogpatch, perfect for photo and film shoots and other production-oriented uses. Use of basic grip, covered parking for up to 3 vehicles, and many additional niceties included. Load-in is a snap with our loading dock and freight...
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A modern living space with a blue sofa, a television, and various photography equipment set up, including a light umbrella and tripods.
from$60/hr
Fully Equipped Mission Studio for Creative Projects & Productions

26.4 miles from Palo Alto, CA

4.9(186)
Venue capacity icon50

Production Studio

Exclusive Offer for Production Teams! Book your next shoot with us and receive an instant 25% off for you or someone you refer! Secure your spot before January 1, 2025, and elevate your next creative project! 🎥 The Perfect Production Studio in San Francisco’s Mission...
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A cozy living room features a leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and an electric fireplace adorned with plants and a guitar hanging on the wall.
from$169/hr
Mission Loft Studio + Event Venue

26.6 miles from Palo Alto, CA

5.0(602)
Venue capacity icon10

Event Space Loft

Need an inspiring space for the day! We've got you covered! Mission Loft is a gorgeous light filled video and photo production space. The standard rental period is 2 hours or more anytime between 8AM and 8PM. The studio has an open floor plan (dining...
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A spacious, industrial-style room with exposed brick walls, overhead beams, a wooden dining table surrounded by black chairs, a leather sofa, and an artwork display.
from$150/hr
Modern Photo Studio

26.7 miles from Palo Alto, CA

5.0(500)
Venue capacity icon10

Flex Space

Sintak Studio. ...This unique, one of a kind building is officially designated as a live/work loft space and can easily transition into a photo, film or video production studio, warehouse, boardroom, classroom, office, flex space, home or workshop. The building features exposed brick walls, hardwood floors, large...
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A minimalistic living room with a brick wall, a light-colored couch, a wooden coffee table, and various decorative plants and artwork.
from$149/hr
Sawmill Studio Loft

26.9 miles from Palo Alto, CA

4.9(177)
Venue capacity icon20

Live / Work Loft

Large studio loft run by artist and prop/interior stylist. 1500sf flex space featuring exposed brick walls, hand-painted details, and original (cleared) artwork. 10' ceilings, concrete floors, large windows, full kitchen, and bath. 2 free all day designated parking spots. Freight elevator and loading dock. Perfect...
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A spacious, modern living area and dining space, featuring a sofa, dining table, and kitchen with elegant cabinetry and industrial-style lighting.
from$73/hr
Loft with Natural Light, Brick Wall, & Kitchen

26.9 miles from Palo Alto, CA

4.9(390)
Venue capacity icon25

Apartment Loft

Beautiful and modern ground floor loft with concrete floors and a brick wall, perfect for any production or commercial shoot. The space is flexible and can be adjusted and styled to your production needs. 900 square ft space with 10 ft ceilings with large windows...
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A group of seven people stands in a studio with a bright backdrop, surrounded by lighting equipment.
from$55/hr
Huge, Affordable Production Space

27.2 miles from Palo Alto, CA

4.8(195)
Venue capacity icon30

Production Studio

Soundwave Studios. ...Soundwave Studios Backlot in West Oakland available for: film, video, photography, music, rehearsals, and classes. Public events, concerts are not allowed. - 3500 square foot flexible space - 50' x 30' open concrete floor space - 24' x 16' x 3' black carpeted stage with natural wood fascia...
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A spacious, modern loft features large windows, a minimalist kitchen island, and an organized work area with a desk and chair.
from$99/hr
Natural Light Photo + Video / Creative Studio Loft Space

27.9 miles from Palo Alto, CA

5.0(209)
Venue capacity icon12

Film / Photo Loft

1197 Sq Ft Column-Less Studio South / West Natural Light / Blackout Capability Polished Concrete Floor 19'W X 31'D X 13'H Shooting Space Three 9' X 17' Windows w/ blackout curtains 14' - 12.5' Slope Of Ceiling 150A/3 Phase Power Gigabit Fiber + Wifi Air...
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A modern living space featuring a green sofa, a round coffee table, and a dining area with several chairs near large windows.
from$69/hr
Vibrant and Whimsical Space with Stunning Views on Union Square

28 miles from Palo Alto, CA

4.8(438)
Venue capacity icon20

Meeting Room

...ft with an additional 700 sq feet reception area. It is perfect for photo/video shoots, commercials, documentaries, interviews etc. National Geographic has filmed here their upcoming documentary about Silicon Valley produced by Huffington Post. This place is spacious and invigorating. Full of energy and light...
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A modern house is framed by trees and surrounded by a landscaped garden with stone steps leading up to it.
from$175/hr
Modern Home in the Santa Cruz Mountains

28.9 miles from Palo Alto, CA

5.0(31)
Venue capacity icon30

House

Our spacious home is surrounded by 360 degrees of nature, and you really feel that inside and out. Every room has a view--either of the gorgeous ridge in front or the intimate oak forest behind the house. It makes for a lot of diversity. The...
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A bright kitchen featuring a wooden island, blue stove, white cabinetry, and large windows with views of greenery.
from$225/hr
Gorgeous and Bright Remodeled Historic Home

30.1 miles from Palo Alto, CA

5.0(99)
Venue capacity icon25

House

Freshly remodeled historic 3200 square foot home. Well-lit, modern, spacious kitchen. Four bedrooms and four bathrooms. All upstairs bathrooms have skylights. The kitchen and dining room have windows from many sides, giving beautiful light almost any time of day. Carrera marble and original Douglas fir...
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A spacious interior with large floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a forested area.
from$160/hr
Film/Photo Location: Midcentury Retreat with Deck and Canyon View

31.8 miles from Palo Alto, CA

5.0(191)
Venue capacity icon12

House

...and 5-10 minute drive from commercial areas of Berkeley. Indoor outdoor living with french doors and deck. Ideal space for photoshoots, filmed interviews, video shoots, model shoots, interior shoots, magazine shoots, and lifestyle shoots. This listing is for our 450 square foot downstairs studio...
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Reviews for filming locations

Meg S.
ADD ON ITEM: Events in Historic Tea House or Library Surrounded by Garden
The space was perfect for us - we were filming interviews for a documentary and were able to use several different lovely backgrounds. The host was very easy to work with...
Corey F.
Gardens and Historic House and Carriage House for Video and Photo Production Shoots
We had a great experience filming a group of presenters in the beautiful gardens at Gamble Garden at the end of September. Working with Sarah couldn't have been easier. She personally took us on a comprehensive virtual tour of the gardens to ensure the space would work well, was...
Bella G.
Versatile Downtown Palo Alto Event Space
Stephanie was absolutely brilliant and the space was fantastic, would definitely film here again
James W.
Unique Downtown Palo Alto Meeting/Event Space
there is a lot of noise from the patrons of the cafe that sits right out front which made it less than ideal for filming
Gianluca F.
Bright, spacious photo studio with great lighting.
It was such a great space for filming our live documentary. The host was very kind to allow our videographer to access the space a few minutes earlier and we managed to get everything done on time and with time to test multiple set-ups for the shoots. Will definitely...
Jae S.
Bright, spacious photo studio with great lighting.
Beautiful space, Jazz is an excellent host, and we will keep coming back to use this space again for filming
Jessie D.
Bright, spacious photo studio with great lighting.
Used this space for filming interviews and it met our needs. Located in a quiet part of town and three floors up so sound was a non-issue. Windows face west and provided nice light in the morning into early afternoon. Jazz was very accommodating to our earlier call times...
Mike E.
Bright, spacious photo studio with great lighting.
Booking was easy. The host was helpful and responsive in working with our crew to enter the building. We filmed an interview in the space and it went perfectly. All were very pleased...
Kyle D.
Bright, spacious photo studio with great lighting.
The space was perfect for my needs filming an interview. No distracting background noise and the host was very helpful getting me setup with the space...
Bloomberg D.
Bright, Creative Meeting Space | University South
Great space and a very responsive host. We filmed an interview here
Danielle V.
Bright and Airy space near Stanford Campus
Amazing space! Reliable hosts, film shoot went better than expected
Danielle V.
Bright and Airy space near Stanford Campus
The space was clean, easy to access, and a great place to hold a film shoot for the day! The hosts are extremely responsive and are able to provide clear details on how to enter the space, access materials, WiFi, and anything else that may be needed during the day...
Ben G.
Bright and Spacious Monsoon Dance Studio in Palo Alto
Easy and helpful. Filmed an interview shoot here. worked
Avery B.
Charming Craftsman Retreat in Menlo Park
This house was wonderful, and Ryan was a delight to work with - above and beyond helpful and accommodating. The house is quiet for filming, and has a great space in the backyard as well. Highly recommend...
Jackie P.
Bright, Creative Meeting Space | University South
Perfect space for our filming needs. Great communication with the host! Would book again
Molly H.
Bright, Creative Meeting Space | University South
and was super responsive to me! She accommodated a few last minute changes and was wonderful to work with. We used the space to film a few interviews and it had great lighting. Only issue was some background noise from construction next door and people walking around outside, but we...
Sam S.
Bright, Creative Meeting Space | University South
Wonderful location and great space. Kelly was amazing and just the best to work with arranging things. I do have to mention that for filming interviews the space is reverberant so we needed to use some sound blankets to help. Other than that, very easy and nice place...
Scott L.
High ceilings, stylish interior in Palo Alto home near Stanford
We had an excellent experience working with Eedit and her versatile residential setting for filming. We were able to successfully film in a modern, quiet, clean, safe environment and Eedit was very helpful throughout. I look forward to working with her again...
Josie S.
High ceilings, stylish interior in Palo Alto home near Stanford
quick to respond to any questions and is warm and inviting; she even made sure there were sparkling waters in the fridge for our film crew. If you are recording audio, just note that the home has vaulted ceilings (stunning!) and concrete floors, which makes for some echo in the...
Matthew R.
High ceilings, stylish interior in Palo Alto home near Stanford
Eedits house is as great as it looks and very easy to film in. She is a great host and very easy to work with, I would happily work with her again...