Rates and bookings

Our artist/curator rate is £599 per week. That's around half the average cost of hiring somewhere similar in zone 3, and 10-30% of zone 1 rates.

We only hire in blocks of one week, Tuesday 9am to Monday 5pm, to avoid 'orphan' days.

Hire blocks start on Tuesday, so you can be open on Saturday and Sunday and de-install Monday.

We don't take sales commission.

There's a light selection criteria, but Three Rooms is separate from our Panrucker curatorial project so we don't accept proposals or co-curating enquiries.

Occasionally we have time-limited offers and/or last minute availability (usually <three weeks) - subscribe to our newsletter to hear first.

Installing

Hanging system
To keep hire rates low we keep maintenance and turnaround to a minimum - our hanging system allows works to be hung from transparent cords from a rail at ceiling height, for quick install and de-install.

It can cope with most things including heavy works and wall-hung sculpture.

Tipping is minimal, but if a particular work won't 'sit' Command Strips™ will keep it snug to the wall.

There are around 60 cords - ask for our hanging system info sheet for detailed information.

Drilling
This isn't possible (even if you make good) because

+ the plasterboard beneath isn't sound enough
+ we don't allow DIY fixes to keep the quality of the finish high
+ another artist will check in at 9am the following day, so there's no time to fix any disasters
+ our AirBnB-style hire system only works if it's universal with no exceptions

Sticky products
We encourage you to use the hanging system, but for artists who want or need to attach light work or texts directly to the walls, we offer the option of a £30 supplement to cover the extra wear and tear (residue/finger marks etc)

Light, unframed card, paper or textile works or texts can be attached using either 3M Command Strips™ or Yellow Frogtape™ painters tape (doubled over). We've had problems with other products, so gluedots, blutack, white tack, or any other adhesive products aren't allowed.

Command Strips for tipping - no charge.

Check in

We'll meet you at 9am on the Tuesday of your booking for Check In - it takes around 30 minutes to show you the lighting, alarm, and hanging systems, and make a short video as a record of the condition of the space.

The refundable £500 security deposit is done by bank transfer at that point, and then we'll give you 2 sets of keys and an alarm fob, and you'll be ready to install. If you'd like to meet later than 9am just give us a bit of notice.

Openings

Drinks
There’s a fridge to cool drinks and a small table to put them on. You’ll need to provide glasses or paper cups for your guests.

Exhibition handout
We can provide a blank floorplan for your exhibition handout.

Time
Because our lovely neighbours experience one a week, openings must finish at 8pm. If you think you'll need longer, just let your IG followers know where the after-party will be - there are loads of good places nearby.

What's included?

Included
Wifi
Alarm system
Two sets of keys
Keysafe

Lighting and electricity
Gas central heating (capped at £35 per week, plenty for a comfortable temperature in winter).

Not included
Installation/tech support (of course we'll show you how to use the hanging system at check in)
Invigilation
Rubbish collection - there's no commercial refuse collection, so you'll need to take it away with you
Contents insurance
Public liability insurance - you must have this. Free with A-N.co.uk membership (£35); students are often covered by their institition
Posters
Window vinyls
Glass hire

What can I use the space for?

We’re open to almost anything which won’t cause damage or be really loud - so performances, artist talks, workshops are all possible, though please check with us before booking. We can’t accommodate children’s workshops unfortunately, and you'll need to provide tables and chairs if required.

The back garden isn't open to the public, but you can use the area between the space and the pavement.

You're welcome to use window vinyls and we can recommend a great installer.

Promotion

Add @threerooms_e17 as a collaborator to your promotional posts - we’ll accept on Mondays (to avoid clashing with the current show). We'll add your PV post to our stories on the Monday before your opening.

We have an info sheet about how else to promote your show which we’ll send when you book

General
2 sets of keys, one with alarm fob
alarm code
wifi code

Installation
6 white plinths
hanging cords - +/- 40 at < 1.5m, and 10 at 3m long
hooks - five types
2 x hanging rods for very heavy work.
tape measure + scissors + hacksaw
picture wire + clear nylon cord + adhesive spacers
painters tape and/or magic tape for tidying cords.
1 x tall stepladders + 1 x short stepladder
spirit level + laser level

folding chair
small table for drinks (needs a tablecloth)

Full kit list

Kitchen / bathroom
fridge + kettle + glasses + small plates + cutlery for 4 + washing-up liquid
Note there's no oven or hob

Promotion
1 X A-board up to A2
1 X A2 weatherproof A-board which is located by the shops/bars of Orford Road

Cleaning
1 bin bag
3 x cloths (kitchen | toilet | bathroom)
cleaning spray + window cleaning spray
magic erasers
vacuum + mop + bucket + dustpan and brush
Squeegee for windows
yard brush