FAQ

Clear answers before you book.

This page covers the booking rules people ask first: how reservations work, what to bring, how guest checkout works, and what to know about rooms, equipment, and staff support.

Quick answers

Start with the issue in front of you

These are the fastest paths when a page is not obvious and you need to keep moving.

Booking not loading Use Rooms first, then move into booking when the room looks right
Guest option Continue as guest with just your name and phone number where supported
Need to change or cancel Open My Bookings, then use the booking tools or Contact if you need help
Payment issue Review the booking summary and Stripe status before trying again

Booking basics

Before you reserve

1 How does the booking flow work?

Choose a room, pick your date and time, review the price, and submit the booking from the same flow without bouncing between pages.

2 How long can I book for?

Booking length depends on the room and availability. Standard users can book up to 5 hours per day.

3 Can I add staff support?

Yes. If a room has staff options available, you can add them during booking and see the updated price before you confirm.

Booking rules

How reservations are approved

Availability Bookings are based on open room times and confirmed room setup
Required details Select your space, date, time, and user category before checkout
Payment Full payment is required before the session begins
Special projects Projects with unusual setup, staffing, or access needs may require approval

Guest booking

Book without creating an account

4 Can I continue as a guest?

Yes. On supported booking screens, you can keep going as a guest and enter only your name and phone number to complete the reservation.

5 Why do you ask for a phone number?

It gives the team a reliable way to confirm details, follow up if a timing issue comes up, and help with your booking faster.

6 Will I still get my booking details?

Yes. Guest bookings still create a booking record so you can review the reservation details and keep moving without a full account setup.

Arrival timing

What to expect when you show up

7 When should I arrive?

Plan to arrive 10 to 15 minutes early so you have time to check in, unload gear, and get settled before your session starts.

8 What if I am late?

Late arrival still counts against the booked time. Arriving early is the safest way to make sure you get the most from your session.

9 What should I bring?

Bring your files, drives, reference tracks, and any specialty gear you need. The room pages should help you match the space to your project.

Rates and deposits

Where pricing policy lives

Rates Pricing lists the approved public room, full-space, and membership rates
Deposits Pricing lists the current booking deposit amounts
Cancellations Pricing is the source of truth for cancellation timing and deposit refunds
Need help Contact the team before the session starts if something looks wrong

Rooms and staff

What matters before you choose a space

10 How do I know which room to choose?

Check the room page for the best use case, capacity, and photo set so you can pick the space that matches your project.

11 Can I bring additional people?

Yes, as long as you stay within the room capacity shown on the room page and keep the session comfortable for everyone.

12 When should I choose staff support?

Add staff support when you want help with setup, room guidance, or a more hands-on session. If the room offers it, the booking flow will show it clearly.

Equipment

Before you use studio gear

13 What equipment should I expect?

Check the room page for the available setup, then bring your own files, drives, references, and specialty gear for the session.

14 Can I rent equipment?

Equipment rentals may require a credit card authorization and signed usage agreement before use.

15 Can an engineer help with gear?

Users may request a service engineer for podcasting, sound, photography, video, branding, or other production support, depending on availability.

Still unsure?

Send the team your question and book once you are ready.

The fastest path is usually to browse the room, review the FAQ, and then use the Contact page if you need a custom answer before reserving.

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