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About

Located in Center for Book Arts’ sunny loft space in the Flatiron neighborhood of New York City at 28 W 27th St, 3rd Fl, our printshop and bindery studios have the space and equipment needed to complete a wide variety of book arts projects. You can access the studios by taking an on-site workshop, or by renting time (more info on rentals below).

Studio Rental Overview

Our studios serve as a collaborative environment where artists and participants can gather, relax, and engage in meaningful dialogue about their work and the transformative power of the book.

Access to all printshop and bindery equipment is included with rental after the renter has been certified to use the equipment. Renters must provide their own materials, such as paper, boards, and glue, although some items are available for purchase at CBA.

Membership

All studio renters are required to be current Center for Book Arts members. Membership costs $60 for one year, $30 for college students. Become a member online here. If the cost of membership presents a financial burden please contact membership@centerforbookarts.org.

Studio Ambassadors

Studio Ambassadors are available to answer questions and provide basic assistance to studio renters in the printshop and bindery. See Ambassador schedules here.

Rental Rates

Hourly Rental: 

Includes access to studios during business and ambassador hours.

• $15 per hour
• $80 for 6 hours
• $180 for 15 hours

Basic Monthly Rental: 

Includes unlimited access to the studios during business hours.

• $250 per month

Key holder Monthly Rental:

For more experienced renters who have been basic monthly renters for at least one year. Includes keys, flat file or shelf, and 24/7 access to studios and equipment.

• $400 per month*

* requires a refundable deposit

Storage Drawer or Shelf Rental: 

Storage can be added on to any rental type.

• Flat File Storage Drawer: $50 per month*
• Storage Shelf: $100 per month*

* requires a refundable deposit

For more details about rental types please get in touch at studio@centerforbookarts.org