Production Lab

Our Production Lab is a versatile space that is available to hire on a daily basis,
situated on the first floor of our studio and conveniently located
in the Cathedral Quarter, Belfast

The Production Lab is a space where artists can create, test and showcase digitally focused work. It can also be booked for a range of events, such as artists’ talks, screenings, group critiques, meetings, research, video projection, photography, ambisonic audio, installation development and exhibition.

Our Production Lab is a versatile space that is available to hire on a daily basis situated on the first floor of our studio and conveniently located in the Cathedral Quarter.

The Production Lab is a space where artists can create, test and showcase digitally focused work. It can also be booked for a range of events, such as artists’ talks, screenings, group critiques, meetings, research, video projection, photography, ambisonic audio, installation development and exhibition.

DAS Production Lab Amenities:

  • Approx 32 square meters of configurable space

  • Blackout curtains

  • 4K projectors

  • 4-channel Genelec 4410A Smart IP Installation Speakers

  • Apple MacMini

  • 75” & 50” Television screens

  • Black, white & green screen photography/video backgrounds

  • LED RGB & Bicolour lighting panels

  • Access to digital production tools and entry-level immersive equipment

Users will have access to a wide range of digital production tools including entry-level immersive kit and can use the space for an array of purposes including video and photography shooting, and exploring ambisonic or multi-channel sound art.

Any additional equipment required for projects will be subject to the standard/members’ hire rate.

Our available equipment can be viewed here.

Production Lab Hire Rates:

Duration Commercial Rate (Non-Artists) Artist Rate (DAS Members) (40% Discount)
Hourly £40 per hour £24 per hour
Half-Day (4 hours) £150 per session £90 per session
Full-Day (8 hours) £280 per session £168 per session

Additional Notes:

• Rates include use of standard equipment (lighting, projector, speakers, blackout curtains).
• Additional equipment hire (e.g., XR gear, cameras) will follow standard DAS hire rates.
• Weekend/After-Hours Bookings may incur a 10% surcharge.
• Membership details can be found here.

Booking & Payment Terms

• Bookings must be made at least 48 hours in advance
• A 50% deposit is required to confirm the booking. The remaining balance is due before the booking date.
• Payments can be made via bank transfer, or debit card.
• Bookings are only confirmed once payment is received, and DAS staff provide written confirmation.