request for proposals
After three brilliant years, we are making space for new residents, opportunities and projects!
For June 2020, Left of Main will be assembling a new core group of resident companies, artists, support service organizations and/or collectives based on shared values, use of space and ability to commit to a multi-year lease.
Submissions welcome from everyone regardless of practice, need or background. A range of tenancy options are available (see examples below).
Left of Main is seeking organizations and individuals who have the capacity to run their own vibrant activity, while contributing to the space through membership on the Unicorn Support Services board. If you are looking for long-term office and/or studio space and would benefit from regular access to Left of Main, we want to hear from you!
Please submit a proposal by February 1, 2020. Shortlisted candidates will be informed by February 29, 2020 and invited to visit the space to meet with the current resident companies.
In your proposal, include a one-page letter that tells us about your work/company, how much studio time you need in a year, how you will use the studio, how soon you need access, if you will need office space, why you'd like to become a resident at Left of Main and anything else you feel that we should know.
Please email your proposal to leftofmainvancouver@gmail.com by February 1, 2020 and don't hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or would like to view the Left of Main facilities. If this process presents any barriers for you, please reach out in a way that works for you and we can begin a conversation. We’re looking forward to hearing from you!
Amenities
Office and kitchen
500 sq ft shared office space
Kitchenette, hotplate, dishwasher and drop down table that can function as a bar for events.
2 closed stalls in a gender neutral bathroom
Full shower
Studio
1000 sq ft studio space
14ft ceilings
2 walls of windows overlooking Keefer and Main Street
Light out window coverings
Sprung wood floor by GT Flooring
Harlequin Marley
Sonic baffling
50 chairs
2’ pipe grid
2 BOSE F1 sound monitors
2 BOSE F1 subs
Allen and Heath QU-16 digital mixer
Flexible hours and usage
Technical services available
Public events permitted
Equitable booking system
Tenancy packages*
1100.00/month — 19 weeks + flex hours + office
19 weeks of exclusive use of the the studio
40 flex hours of studio use per year
Full-time access to shared office
access to discounted studio rates for additional time
950.00/month — 14 weeks + flex hours + office
14 weeks of exclusive use of the studio
40 flex hours of studio use per year
Full-time access to shared office
access to discounted studio rates for additional time
725.00/month — 11 weeks + flex hours
11 weeks exclusive use of the studio
40 flex hours of studio use per year
access to discounted studio rates for additional time
610.00/month — 9 weeks + flex hours
9 weeks of exclusive use of the the studio
40 flex hours of studio use per year
access to discounted studio rates for additional time
310.00/month — 5 weeks
5 weeks exclusive use of the studio or a combination of exclusive time + flex hours
access to discounted studio rates for additional time
375.00/month — full-time office + flex hours
Full-time access to shared office
20 flex hours of studio use per year
access to discounted studio rates for additional time
Monthy rates are based on a 12 month cycle. Don’t see the package that best suits you? Be in touch and let us know what you need. We would be happy to work with you to find the best fit. All options will be considered. Let us know!
Included services
24 hour access
24 hour security monitoring
High speed 300 wireless and wired internet
Paper towel, toilet paper, cleaning supplies, etc.
Weekly studio and shared space cleaning
Bi-weekly office cleaning
Bi-weekly recycling, compost and waste pick up
Electricity, heating, water/sewer
Building insurance
Equitable studio booking system
Access to technical staff