TERMS + CONDITIONS
Welcome to the Brightside Studios!
We’re so excited to host you at our studio. Please take a moment to review our studio terms and conditions below.
All of the terms and conditions governing your use of the Studio and the other aspects of our business relationship are included below.
If you have any questions that are not answered in the terms and conditions below, do not hesitate to contact us via email info@brightsidestudiosdallas.com or call (413)-219-2345.
Brightside Studios (Venue / Owner) agrees to rent the premises (agreed upon booking) to Renter for any future agreed-upon reservation date and beginning/end times booked and paid for in advance. Renter includes all his/her associates, clients, guests, persons, and animals utilizing the Studio.
Both parties agree to keep, perform, and fulfill the promises, conditions, and agreements expressed below.
RESERVATION:
Your rental time begins promptly at the designated starting time and ends promptly at the designated ending time. Reservation time must include set up, break-down, and clean up. The Studio must be cleaned and vacated by the end of the rental period to respect our fellow creative’s time and efforts. It is the responsibility of Renter and its Vendors to set up, breakdown, and move equipment and other items within the Studio.
OVERTIME CHARGES:
Please start and end your reservation on time. An overtime fee will be automatically be charged to the card on file at a rate of $10 for every 5 minutes over the original reservation end time. This overtime charge applies to all guests/clients in your reservation. This also applies to reservation start time, you may arrive up to 10 minutes early, we ask you to be mindful of the reservation wrapping up ahead of you. If you arrive more than 10 minutes ahead of schedule, the card on file will be charged the overtime fee rate listed above.
CANCELLATIONS:
You can change or cancel your Studio reservation with no additional charge at any time up to 24 hours before your reservation is set to begin by contacting info@brightsidestudiosdallas.com.
Upon cancellation, you will receive a credit for the dollar amount spent that can be applied towards a future reservation with us. Your credit will expire 6 months from the date of the original reservation.
Cancellations and rescheduling requests received within 24 hours of the start time of your reservation are not permitted. NO REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN.
Please note, this includes cancellations for any reason including cancellations due to illness including Covid-19.
STUDIO CARE/SAFETY:
We are proud to offer you a clean, safe, stylish space for your reservation, and we ask that you help us care for our space. Please note the rules below:
• Please carry / pick up furniture rather and use the provided furniture dollies to help with heavier items.
• Close the shades at the end of your session to regulate temperature.
• Please be sure you do not leave water running in kitchen or bathroom.
CLEANING:
We ask that you assume responsibility for returning the studio to its original condition and be courteous of those using the studio before and after you. This includes but is not limited to discarding the trash, props returned to original locations, and messes cleaned up.
Pets are allowed in the studio, and we do ask that you bring appropriate cleaning supplies for any messes or hair left by the pet.
If the Studio is not left in the same condition it was prior to the Renter’s reservation, Renter agrees to pay a $150 cleaning fee.
RESPONSIBILITY AND DAMAGES TO PROPERTY:
Upon first accessing the Studio, if Renter ascertains damage to any of the furnishings, equipment, or Studio we should be aware of, please contact us immediately via phone or text (413) 219-2345. We strive to provide both a beautiful and functional set for you at all times.
Renter and its associates agree to maintain the Studio, restroom, furniture, props, and all equipment within the premises in as good a condition as they were at the beginning of the reservation. Renter and its associates are responsible for any damage to the Studio including spills, scratches, excessive wear, marks, or stains on furniture, fixtures, floors, or painted surfaces.
Renter will be held financially responsible for any damage to property and furnishings, legal actions, or loss of reputation or business opportunities that Studio may incur as a consequence of the actions of Renter or any of Renter's associate, guests, or visitors while Renter is in control of the Studio, and shall indemnify and hold harmless the Venue / Owner against any and all legal actions which may arise from Renter's use of the Studio.
If Venue / Owner claims and provides evidence that Renter has damaged any property, furnishings, or fixtures in the Studio, the Venue / Owner is entitled to seek reimbursement via payment for item(s). Renter will be given an opportunity to respond and provide evidence otherwise. Venue / Owner reserves the right to collect payment from Renter and pursue any remedies.
PERSONAL PROPERTY:
Brightside Studios shall not be responsible for any loss or damage to personal property placed in or about the Venue belonging to Renter or their associates, agents, subcontractors, guests and Renter shall hold Venue / Owner harmless from all claims arising out of loss or damage to such property or props. Venue / Owner shall not be liable for any damage or loss to said property regardless of how and where the same shall occur.
SECURITY AND MONITORING:
In order to help promote the safety and security of its Renters and property, Renter understands and agrees that Brightside Studios may conduct video surveillance of any portion of its premises at any time, the only exception being the private restroom, and that video cameras will be positioned in appropriate places within and around the building and its common areas.
LIABILITY:
This agreement releases Venue / Owner from all liability relating to physical injuries and/or injury to Renter’s equipment that may occur during any future rental period agreed upon between Venue / Owner and Renter. Renter agrees to hold Venue / Owner entirely free from any liability, including financial responsibility for injuries incurred, regardless of whether injuries are caused by negligence.
Any disputes arising under this agreement shall be adjudicated in the Venue / Owner’s local jurisdiction.
RESTRICTIONS:
The Studio reserves the right to terminate the reservation immediately without refund if the renter violates any of the restrictions listed below.
• No FULLY nude photography, videography, or explicit sexual activity.
• No smoking, vaping, recreational or illicit drug use in the studio.
• No glitter, fake snow, smoke bombs, or fire of any kind in studio.
• Music or other sound must not be audible beyond the walls, doors, and windows of the Studio.
• No affixing anything to walls or backdrops including nailing, hanging or taping.
• No children or pets shall go unsupervised.
• The renter may not sublease the Studio to any third party.