studio 8

Where natural light and creative focus come together.

Welcome to Studio 8, a 2,000-square-foot natural light studio Berkeley that top brands like Stitch Fix, Curology, and Red Bay Coffee rely on for photo and video productions. Whether you’re shooting product photography, lifestyle content, castings, or short-form video, this space combines beauty, functionality, and inspiration. In addition, Studio 8 works perfectly for projects that demand attention to detail, natural lighting, and a clean, professional setting.

This 2,000 square feet space has lots of light let in from a giant window. It also has a private kitchenette, a ceiling with orange beams, and a large table with seating inside this great creative studio space for rent.

View of the white panel wall inside Studio 8. Plenty of potted green plants and lots of natural light inside this creative studio space for rent.

A close up view of the wooden table and chairs that can be found inside Studio 8. There is also a small kitchenette with a sink, dishwasher, and kettle, as well as a wall full of green plants inside this creative studio space for rent.

This creative studio space for rent has a small gray sofa surrounded by green potted plants. It also features a little kitchen area as well as a large wooden table surrounded by green chairs. There's even shelves full of plants and a TV on the wall.

This view of Studio 8 shows how wide open this creative studio space for rent is. Highlights include a ceiling with orange beams, a kitchen, a TV, a fridge, and a large doorway.

A 2,000-square foot room with a large window with opaque, orange blocks to let in natural light. This creative studio space for rent also has a table with seating and a standing table in the foreground.

A close up shot of the gray couch and the green plants surrounding the couch inside Studio 8. There is also a white wall and a circular coffee table inside this creative studio space for rent.

A distance view of the black wall, couch, table, and entrance to Studio 8 and this creative studio space for rent.

A close up shot of the large wooden table with green chairs and a giant paneled window with orange squares in Studio 8. There is also a kitchen counter in the background and a large white wall inside this creative studio space for rent.

A shot of a large white wall in Studio 8 with a giant black electrical box inside this creative studio space for rent.

This black and white floor plan of this 2000-square foot space includes a loading dock, two bathrooms, and a storage area that make this the ideal creative studio space for rent.

Bathed in soft daylight from sawtooth windows with Western exposure, Studio 8 makes every setup glow. Its 23-foot ceilings and minimalist design create a flexible backdrop that lets your creativity shine. Plus, a private kitchenette keeps your team refreshed, while cozy seating areas outside the studio are ideal for talent prep or last-minute script tweaks. In other words, Studio 8 is as practical as it is beautiful.

Need more room? Studio 8 connects with the Ciel 2 Atrium and Studio 6 to create a large, connected creative playground. This setup is perfect for larger productions, multi-camera shoots, or collaborative projects that need flexibility and flow. Meanwhile, internal Wi-Fi and a 200 AMP 3-phase distro keep cameras, lights, and monitors powered all day.

Every detail of the studio is designed to put your vision center stage. Whether you’re producing brand imagery, lifestyle shoots, or social content, Studio 8 gives you the tools and space to work efficiently and creatively.

Book Studio 8 today and see why creatives and brands alike choose Ciel Creative Space for their natural light studio Berkeley needs. With bright, open layouts, flexible design, and thoughtful amenities, it’s a space where your ideas (and your lighting) truly shine.