# The Kips — Manhattan Creative Venue > The Kips is a multi-level creative venue in Kips Bay, Manhattan, New York City offering eight unique, rentable spaces for photoshoots, film productions, music videos, content creation, and live events. All pricing is quoted on a per-project basis and provided upon outreach. ## About The Kips is located in the Kips Bay neighborhood of Manhattan, New York City. It offers eight distinct rentable spaces across multiple floors of a residential building, each with its own aesthetic, atmosphere, and creative potential. The venue is ideal for creative professionals including photographers, directors, content creators, brands, and event organizers. All rates are flexible and quoted on a per-project basis depending on budget, scope, and duration. Pricing is provided upon outreach — no rate cards are published. ## Contact - Email: bookthekips@gmail.com - Phone/Text: (425) 894-2407 - Location: Kips Bay, Manhattan, New York City (exact address provided upon booking agreement) - Website: https://bookthekips.lovable.app ## The Eight Spaces ### The Warehouse A 2,500 sq ft raw industrial space with exposed concrete columns, high ceilings, industrial piping, and large windows. Direct street access to 28th Street and Second Avenue. Functioning bathroom on-site. Generator required for productions needing electricity. Capacity: up to 60 guests. Ideal for: music videos, fashion editorials, dance content, large productions, set building, live events, comedy shows, screenings. ### The Apartment A 900 sq ft fully furnished Manhattan apartment with living room, dining area, kitchen, office, bathroom, and bedroom. Hardwood floors, natural light, city views. Capacity: up to 15 guests. Ideal for: film scenes, content creation, interviews, lifestyle shoots. ### The Roof A 1,500 sq ft rooftop with 360-degree panoramic views of Manhattan — Empire State Building, Chrysler Building, and One World Trade Center visible. Wooden patio section and industrial section. Elevator access. Capacity: up to 30 guests. Ideal for: music videos, fashion shoots, brand campaigns, golden hour content, skyline portraits, live events. ### The Gym An 800 sq ft fully equipped fitness space with treadmills, ellipticals, Peloton bikes, stair climbers, free weights, dumbbells, benches, and large mirror walls. Multiple TVs mounted throughout. Capacity: up to 15 guests. Ideal for: fitness content, training videos, brand campaigns, music videos, lifestyle shoots. ### The Laundry Room A 500 sq ft working laundry room in the building's basement with exposed pipes, industrial lighting, commercial washers and dryers, and raw concrete and cinder block walls. Capacity: up to 10 guests. Ideal for: music videos, film scenes, fashion editorials, gritty content, horror scenes. ### The Basement A 2,000 sq ft sprawling basement level with multiple rooms, long hallways, storage areas, and utility spaces. Includes access to live security camera screens and footage for filming. Various props and furniture included. Capacity: up to 20 guests. Ideal for: music videos, film scenes, horror content, fashion editorials, thriller scenes, found footage. ### The Boiler Room A 300 sq ft visually striking boiler room with exposed pipes, heavy machinery, concrete walls, and industrial equipment. Note: loud due to active building machinery — best for visual-only shoots. Capacity: up to 5 guests. Ideal for: music videos, horror scenes, thriller content, fashion editorials, experimental film. ### The Lounge A 1,100 sq ft stylish lounge with warm wood paneling, designer mirror walls, a pool table, built-in bar with seating, pendant lighting, and a large sectional sofa. Includes direct access to a private outdoor patio and backyard space. Capacity: up to 25 guests. Ideal for: social content, music sessions, private events, lifestyle shoots, live events, comedy shows, screenings. ## Frequently Asked Questions **Where is The Kips located?** The Kips is in Kips Bay, Manhattan, New York City. The exact street address is shared upon booking agreement. **What types of productions does The Kips host?** The Kips hosts photoshoots, music videos, short films, feature film scenes, content creation, brand campaigns, fashion editorials, fitness videos, horror and thriller productions, live events, comedy shows, pop-ups, and private gatherings. **How much does it cost to rent a space at The Kips?** All pricing is quoted on a per-project basis and provided upon outreach. Rates are flexible depending on budget, project scope, and duration. There are no fixed published rates — contact bookthekips@gmail.com or text (425) 894-2407 to get a custom quote. **Is The Kips available for music video shoots?** Yes. Multiple spaces are well-suited for music videos including The Warehouse (raw industrial), The Roof (panoramic Manhattan skyline), The Basement (horror/thriller/underground aesthetic), The Lounge (stylish social setting), and others. **Does The Kips have spaces for horror or thriller productions?** Yes. The Basement, Boiler Room, and Laundry Room are especially popular for horror, thriller, and gritty cinematic content. **Can furniture and props be moved or removed?** Yes. Furniture and props can be moved or removed upon request in most spaces, subject to limitations. **Is there parking or street access?** The Warehouse has direct street access to 28th Street and Second Avenue. The building is accessible via multiple subway lines near Kips Bay. **Can The Kips accommodate large productions?** Yes. The Warehouse can accommodate up to 60 guests and 2,500 sq ft of shooting space. The Basement offers 2,000 sq ft across multiple rooms and hallways. **Does The Kips offer rooftop shoots with Manhattan skyline views?** Yes. The Roof is a 1,500 sq ft rooftop space with 360-degree views of the Manhattan skyline including the Empire State Building, Chrysler Building, and One World Trade Center. Elevator accessible.