Venue details
Review practical venue details for The Designer's Penthouse, including size, terrace, capacity, access, kitchen, AV, Wi-Fi, and Old Street location facts.
A practical fact sheet covering scale, access, capacity, facilities, transport, and production-ready details for teams comparing London venues.
Quick venue facts
A practical snapshot for teams comparing London venues, photo studios, interview locations, off-site spaces, and private event venues near Old Street.
Surface
250 m²
Terrace
35 m²
Capacity
Up to 30 guests
Wi-Fi
1 Gbps
Inside the penthouse
A quick visual reference for the scale, daylight, dining zone, and rooftop terrace teams usually want to see before confirming a booking.
Space
- Floor Area
- 250 m² (2,700 sq ft) open plan
- Ceiling Height
- 3.5 m (11.5 ft)
- Windows
- South-facing floor-to-ceiling
- Terrace
- 35 m² private rooftop terrace with skyline views
- Layout
- Open plan, fully reconfigurable
- Capacity
- Up to 30 guests
- Blackout
- Full blackout capability
Power & Lighting
- Smart Lighting
- Full RGB + tunable white, app-controlled
- Intensity Control
- 0–100% dimming across all zones
- Natural Light
- South-facing daylight, sunrise to golden hour
Facilities
- Kitchen
- Fully equipped: oven, hob, fridge, dishwasher
- Wi-Fi
- 1 Gbps dedicated broadband
- Display
- 85" 4K Smart TV
- Audio
- Ceiling speakers with independent zone control
- Portable Audio
- Bose S1 Pro + Shure SM58 microphone
- Climate
- Full A/C + heating, remote-controlled
- Access
- Private entrance and goods-lift load-in + nearby parking guidance
- Entrance
- Ground-floor arrival with direct lift access to the penthouse
Location
- Area
- Old Street, London
- Nearest Station
- Old Street (Northern Line), 4 min walk
- Floor
- Fifth floor, converted factory building
- Neighbourhood
- Shoreditch, agencies, post-production, creative quarter
Practical answers teams usually need
These answers mirror the operational details already confirmed elsewhere on the site, but presented here in a compact, citation-friendly format.
What is included in the hire rate?
Penthouse hire from £120/hour includes the full 250 m² loft, private terrace, smart lighting, furniture, kitchen access, climate control, 1 Gbps Wi-Fi, the 85" 4K screen, and ceiling audio. Production equipment, on-site crew support, and catering are available as add-ons.
What is the maximum capacity for events?
The penthouse accommodates up to 30 guests. Seated and standing layouts are confirmed to the brief so service and guest flow remain comfortable. For production bookings, around 30 people can work comfortably on site, depending on the setup.
Does the space include a kitchen?
Yes. The penthouse has a fully equipped kitchen with an oven, hob, fridge, dishwasher, and preparation surfaces. It is available for catering prep, team lunches, and event hosting.
Is the venue accessible for guests with mobility requirements?
A lift provides access to the fifth floor. Please note there is a small threshold at the main entrance door and terrace access, so the space may not be fully step-free throughout. Guests with specific mobility requirements should contact us prior to booking so we can confirm current access details.