KREATE HUB
Creative Studio Membership FAQs
Q: What is Kreate Hub?
A: Kreate Hub provides private creative studios for creative professionals and businesses in the South Bronx, Philadelphia, Nashville and Chicago.
Q: Where are Kreate Hub’s locations?
A: 15 Canal Place, Bronx, NY 10451; 2801 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19134; 309 Plus Park Blvd, Nashville, TN 37217; and 2700-2744 W Superior St, Chicago, IL 60612.
Q: What does Kreate Hub offer?
A: Private creative studio memberships. Each member has their own private studio — not a shared desk and not an hourly rental.
Q: What are the membership terms?
A: Studio memberships begin with a 9 month minimum commitment. After the initial term, memberships continue month to month and may be canceled with 60 days’ written notice.
Q: How much does a membership cost?
A: Creative studio memberships start at $350 per month in the Bronx, Nashville and Philadelphia, and at $500 per month in Chicago, with availability and pricing varying by studio.
Q: Is a deposit required?
A: A security deposit is required and is refundable when the membership agreement and move out requirements are satisfied.
Q: Do you offer hourly, daily or short-term studios?
A: No. Kreate Hub does not offer hourly, daily or short-term studio memberships. Kreate Hub Chicago separately offers hourly rehearsal for bands and musicians — contact us for hourly rates.
Q: How do I see a studio?
A: Schedule a tour. A member of our team will walk you through the location, show you what is available and answer your questions.
Q: How do I become a member?
A: Take a tour, then complete a membership application. Once approved, you sign a membership agreement and we schedule your move-in.
Q: Does applying guarantee acceptance?
A: No. Kreate Hub screens prospective members and may decline a proposed business, use, conduct or fit that is not appropriate for the Kreate Hub community. Approval is subject to review and our discretion.
Q: How do I check what is available?
A: Contact us or schedule a tour at the location you are interested in. Availability changes, so we confirm current openings directly.
Q: Can I move to a different studio or location later?
A: Speak with the on-site team. Moves between studios or locations depend on availability and are handled through your membership agreement.
Q: Who do I contact about membership?
A: Email info@kreatehub.com or call the location you are interested in. Our offices are staffed Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM local time.
Q: Who are Kreate Hub studios for?
A: Artists, makers and entrepreneurs, and professional businesses working in design, e-commerce, consulting, marketing and technology or AI.
Q: Do you accept photographers and video producers?
A: Yes. Photography and video production are allowed at all four locations.
Q: Are musicians welcome?
A: Musicians are welcome at Kreate Hub Chicago, which also offers hourly band rehearsal separately from studio membership.
Q: Can I run a registered business from my studio?
A: Yes, subject to approval. Members may receive mail and packages at their location, but the address may not be used to legally form or register an LLC or company.
Q: What is included with a membership?
A: Utilities, a kitchen or kitchenette, security cameras, mail and package receiving, and on-site staff during business hours at all four locations.
Q: What are your staffed hours?
A: Our offices are staffed Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM in each location’s local time.
Q: When can I access my studio?
A: Approved members have 24/7 access to their own studio. This is separate from our staffed office hours.
Q: Is Wi-Fi included?
A: Wi-Fi is included in the Bronx, Nashville and Philadelphia. Wi-Fi at Kreate Hub Chicago is coming soon; utilities are included there.
Q: Is there parking?
A: Street parking is available in the Bronx. Nashville and Philadelphia have on-site parking. Chicago has street parking only.
Q: Is there a kitchen?
A: Yes. A kitchen or kitchenette is available at all four locations.
Q: Can I receive mail and packages?
A: Yes. Members may receive mail and packages at their location.
Q: What security is in place?
A: All four locations have security cameras, and on-site staff are present during business hours. Each member’s studio is private.
Q: Can I leave my work and materials in my studio?
A: Yes. Your studio is your own private space. Members are responsible for insuring their own equipment, work and materials.
Q: Can I bring my own equipment and supplies?
A: Yes, subject to our approved-use and prohibited-activity rules. Speak with the on-site team before bringing in anything unusual, heavy or powered.
Q: Is on-site staff available to help?
A: Yes, during staffed hours — Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM local time.
Q: How do I report a maintenance issue?
A: Contact your location’s on-site team during staffed hours, or email info@kreatehub.com.
Q: Can I record audio, podcasts or music in my studio?
A: Kreate Hub Chicago permits podcasting, voice recording and music recording. In the Bronx, Nashville and Philadelphia these uses require prior approval.
Q: Are hair or barber services allowed?
A: Hair and barber services are permitted in Nashville and Philadelphia. They are not permitted in the Bronx or Chicago.
Q: Are tattoo or piercing businesses allowed?
A: Tattoo and piercing businesses must hold all applicable state and local licenses and approvals before operating at Kreate Hub.
Q: Can I run a food business from my studio?
A: Food preparation, catering, baking and similar food businesses require specific prior approval.
Q: Is woodworking allowed?
A: No. Woodworking is not permitted at any Kreate Hub location.
Q: Can I hold a class, workshop or meeting in my studio?
A: Classes, workshops, meetings and events require prior approval.
Q: Can I host an event or exhibition?
A: Events require prior approval. Speak with the on-site team about what you have in mind, the date and the expected number of guests.
Q: Can I sell products from my studio?
A: Yes. Direct product sales to studio visitors are permitted, subject to our guest supervision rules.
Q: Can I sublet or transfer my studio?
A: No. Memberships are personal to the member and may not be transferred or sublet.
Q: What activities are prohibited?
A: Smoking, vaping and cannabis use; candles, incense and open flames; activities that produce strong odors; nail services, including acrylic nails; and acetone-heavy beauty services.
Q: Does the nail-service restriction affect artists using acrylic paint?
A: No. That restriction covers nail and acetone-heavy beauty services. Artists’ acrylic paints are fine.
Q: Can I bring guests or clients?
A: Yes, under your direct supervision. Members escort visitors in and out, and visitors may not move through the building unaccompanied.
Q: Can I bring children?
A: Minors must be supervised at all times and must be respectful and non-disruptive to other members.
Q: Are pets allowed?
A: Pets require prior approval and must be trained, well behaved and non-disruptive. Service animals are addressed separately in our member policies.
Q: Can I live in my studio?
A: No. Kreate Hub studios are workspaces and may not be used as a residence.
Q: Does Kreate Hub host community events?
A: Yes. We run exhibitions, workshops and community events across our locations. See our Events page for what is coming up.
Q: How do I meet other members?
A: Through our events and programming, and through the on-site team, who can introduce you to members working in related fields.
Q: Where can I read the full member rules?
A: The complete rules are set out in the membership agreement and our member policies. Ask the on-site team if you have a question about a specific use.
