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Canvas Podcast Studio in Cologne: 60 m² of blank canvas for your performance
A space with no visible corners or edges, acoustically optimized for speech. As blank as a canvas before the first stroke is made. You decide what takes shape there: a two-person podcast, an interactive format, or a larger group discussion.
- 60 m²Studio space
- Separate control roomThe equipment is running next door
- 155 € per hourLighting, sound, and cameras included
- Starting at 2 hoursbookable
This is what Canvas Studio looks like in action
A few photos of the room to give you an idea of what it's like before you book it.
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One screen, three ways to create unique formats
Most design studios give you a ready-made image: a sofa, a bookshelf, a neon sign. Canvas Studio gives you a blank canvas. That works if you know what you want to show on it.
Immersive Podcasts for Two
You can leave the screen blank or fill it with a single color. With no distracting background, the viewer’s attention stays focused on you and your conversation.
Podcasts with a Larger Audience
Two hosts, two guests, all at the same table, and each person clearly visible in the frame. What would feel cramped in a typical podcast studio feels spacious here.
Interactive Podcast Formats
You stand up, switch places, demonstrate something, or incorporate a game. There's plenty of room for that in the 60 m² space, and the cameras capture it from multiple angles.
A blank canvas doesn't paint itself. You're the one who sets the mood. If you'd rather work in a ready-made, cozy studio, you'll be better off at the Black, White, or President Studio.
A Next-Level Podcast Studio
In the U.S., the trend is toward recording podcasts in large, open spaces rather than in small booths. Canvas Studio is bringing this look to Cologne. Normally, spaces like this have one problem: their round shape makes it difficult to control the acoustics. That’s why we’ve soundproofed and acoustically optimized the space so that speech sounds just as clear here as it does in our other podcast studios.
- 60 m² of studio spaceMore than twice as much as in our other studios.
- Separate control roomJust like in a traditional recording studio: The equipment is running next door, but the room remains quiet.
- Air-conditionedA comfortable temperature, even during long days of filming in the summer.
White is just the beginning. Your set is 100% you.
You can leave the screen as is, illuminate it with colored light, or accent it with furniture. And if your display needs its own unique look, we’ll take it a step further: your own modular branding kit (optional).
Your Custom Setup
Before each shoot, we’ll set up the space with you—furniture, lighting, and color—tailored to your format. This is included in the hourly rate.
Your Own Branded Set
We’ll build you a custom set designed just for you: modular backdrops, 2.52 m tall, designed in your brand’s colors and style. Each set is custom-made, so there’s no set price. Tell us what you have in mind, and we’ll give you a quote.
Everything you need for recording is included
Included in the price
- Personal Introduction and Custom Setup
- Up to 3 camera angles1 wide shot, 2 close-ups
- Up to 4 Shure SM7B microphones
- Light, fully furnished
- Separate control room
- Air Conditioning
Available as an add-on
- 4K recording+15 € / hour.
- Another camera angle+15 € / hour.
- Operator on site+95 € / hour.
- Editing and Post-Productionon request
- Additional microphones starting with the fifthon request
- Custom Brand Seton request
You arrive, take a seat, and start recording. The cameras, lighting, and sound have been set up and tested.
Here's How to Get Accepted
After recording, we'll upload everything to the cloud and send you the link.
Video with finished audio
A video in which the audio from all microphones is already synchronized on a single track.
All Individual Tracks
Each camera and microphone is saved as a separate file.
Would you prefer to have it edited? We can handle editing, clips, and post-production upon request. Just let us know when you book.
Book the Canvas Podcast Studio
Send us your preferred date and a brief description of what you have planned. We'll confirm the date and set everything up accordingly. If you have any questions or are planning a larger gathering, just give us a call.
Not sure if Canvas Studio is right for you?
Four studios, one house. Here's how they differ.
| Canvas | White | Black | President | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Size | 60 m² | 4 × 6 m | 4 × 4 m | 4 × 4 m |
| Director | Separate | Separate | In the studio | In the studio |
| Look | White, customizable | Bright, clean, modern | Dark, cinematic | Elegant, minimalist |
| Fits | Large group sessions, interactive formats, experienced hosts | Social, Corporate | Brand, Business | CEO, Premium |
| Price | 155 € / hour. | Starting at 95 € / hour. | Starting at 95 € / hour. | Starting at 95 € / hour. |
Do you just want to take photos or shoot video without sound? Then book the room as Hohlkehle at the full-day or half-day rate.
Frequently Asked Questions About Canvas Studio
How many people can fit in the Canvas Studio?
For a podcast, up to four people can sit comfortably at the table—for example, two hosts and two guests. Four microphones are included in the price. Larger groups are possible: Just let us know what you have in mind when you book, and we’ll set things up accordingly.
Can I bring my own furniture or decorations?
Yes. Just let us know in advance, and we'll schedule time for setup.
Where can I park?
Right here in our underground parking garage. Both standard and large cars fit easily. However, if you have an oversized or particularly wide vehicle, it’s better to park on the surrounding streets, where you’ll need a parking ticket. You can find us at Franz-Geuer-Straße 6-8 in 50823 Cologne.
Can I welcome my guests early?
Yes, our café is right next door. You can stop by there, have some coffee, and have your preliminary meeting.
Can I change clothes and order food?
Both, yes. For full-day shoots with multiple outfits, we'll show you where you can change.
What is the difference between this and a cove molding?
It's the same space. As Canvas Studio, you book it by the hour, complete with cameras, microphones, lighting, and a director. As Hohlkehle, you book the empty space for photo and video shoots.
Your format deserves more space.