The Iron Works

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The Iron Works – Canal Side Daylight Studio, East London

About

Hidden within a former industrial building on the banks of the canal in East London, The Iron Works is a versatile multi-level production space combining generous daylight, industrial architecture and contemporary studio facilities. Occupying approximately 3,030 sq ft (282 sq m) across three floors, the studio offers a calm, private environment designed to support photography, film, commercial productions and creative projects.

The ground floor centres around a spacious white cove studio with concrete flooring, providing a flexible setting for photography, set builds, fittings and presentations. A kitchenette and street level loading access simplify production logistics, while gallery style lighting allows the space to adapt to a wide range of creative requirements.

The principal first floor studio is defined by its impressive full width sky lights, exposed brickwork, steel structure and generous ceiling height of almost 36 ft (11 m). Consistent natural daylight is available throughout the day, with full blackout capability when complete lighting control is required. The combination of original industrial fabric and refined finishes creates a highly adaptable backdrop suitable for everything from editorial photography to commercial campaigns and moving image productions.

A mezzanine level overlooks the main studio and can be configured as a styling area, green room, production office, client lounge or additional shooting space. The three interconnected levels allow multiple departments or sets to operate simultaneously while remaining within a single self-contained location.

Designed with production in mind, the studio benefits from extensive power distribution, fibre Wi-Fi, dedicated styling facilities, equipment support areas and flexible working spaces throughout. Tucked away from street view beside the canal, the building offers a rare sense of privacy while remaining easily accessible from across London.

Combining industrial character, exceptional daylight and flexible production infrastructure, The Iron Works provides a highly adaptable environment for film, photography, fashion and commercial productions.

Key Features

• Industrial canal side building
• Daylight studio with large sky lights
• 11 M ceiling height - Main space
• White cove studio
• Exposed brickwork and steel beams
• Mezzanine overlooking main studio
• Ground floor load-in access via double doors
• Styling and makeup facilities
• Extensive power throughout including 13A, 16A, 32A and 63A single phase supplies
• Private location

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CAPACITY

80

ACCESS

Flexible

STYLE

Industrial Warehouse

SIZE

Total: 3,030 sq ft
Ground floor: 7.5 M × 13 M ceiling height: 3.33 m First floor: 10.90 m x 12.70 m ceiling height 11 M
Second floor mezzanine: 10.90 m x 4.20 m
Cove area: 8 m x 7 m

BLACKOUT

Yes

LOCATION

East London

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Information
Floor Plan

FEATURES

industrial building
Daylight
Skylights
Canal side location
Adaptable open plan spaces

SPACES

Ground floor
Main space
Mezzanine
kitchenette

SERVICES

Equipment
Catering

PARKING

One space

OTHER

Ground floor : 4x 13, 1x 32 and 1x 63 amp power outlets and adjustable spot lights.

First floor : 8x 13amp, 2x 16 amp, 2x 32 amp, and 1x 63 amp power outlets.

Mezzanine floor : 10x 13 amp and 6x USB charge power outlets.

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