Welcome to your creative home.
Sobu was intentionally designed from the ground up for content creation, photography, and events. Every wall, backdrop and skylight was built to make creating effortless.
Each area of the studio is curated to be versatile, inspiring, and shoot-ready - so you can focus on what you do best: creating, connecting, and capturing what matters.
Your booking includes access to every corner of the studio, so you can create, style and shoot your way. Whether you’re building a brand, leading a team, or telling a story - here’s how you can make the most of our spaces.
THE DOWNSTAIRS STUDIO
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Flooded with natural light and framed by polished concrete floors, raw industrial ceilings and sleek styling - the downstairs studio is everything a traditional studio should be, and more.
Perfect for editorial shoots, product photography, social content, client shoots, workshops and intimate events - it’s styled, flexible, and intentionally beautiful.What’s included:
Polished concrete floors
Full height industrial concrete walls + smooth & textured white wall options
Bespoke built in seating area - perfect as a styled backdrop, and as a client seating area for a premium shoot-day experience
Moveable backdrop wall. One side white, one side white VJ panels
Architecturally designed staircase with large skylight above for beautiful natural light
Stylish changing room with mirror + clothes rack
Moveable furniture, props + styling accessories
Direct roller door access for easy bump in and out
2 parking bays directly in front of studio
Full access to upstairs, podcast room, and balcony included in your booking
THE UPSTAIRS STUDIO
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The Upstairs Studio is a beautifully curated open-plan space designed to look like multiple rooms in one seamless setup. Kitchen, dining, living, workspace - all styled with intention, all camera-ready from the moment you arrive.
Each ‘scene’ has been created to give your content variety and depth, without needing to move through multiple rooms or rearrange a single cushion. It’s one space - but when you see your content, it’ll feel like five.
And while it’s perfect for creators, it’s just as powerful for business owners. Hosting a team off-site, a strategy day, or a client masterclass? The upstairs space flows like a beautifully styled home, not a studio set - so it still feels elevated and cohesive, even when you're not behind the camera.
Better still, it opens onto a large, private balcony - one side styled for 2 person dining, the other for lounging - giving you even more shoot-ready options and space to breathe. Outdoor content without leaving the studio? Rare. Gorgeous. Game-changing.
Whether you're filming Reels, capturing campaign visuals, launching a product, or workshopping your next big move, the upstairs space is effortless, light-filled, and full of personality.
Quick Facts & Features:
Open-plan, full-floor studio with multiple styled “sets”
Kitchenette (gorgeous + functional)
Styled to mimic real home scenes: living, dining, workspace etc.
Private balcony with outdoor 2 seater dining + sitting area
Cohesive layout - no clashing sets or jarring transitions
Soft natural light & warm timber flooring
Moveable furniture & props
Private bathroom
Ideal for: Personal branding, Reels, product content & launches, masterclasses, workshops, off-site team days, strategy sessions
Accessed via our bespoke staircase - which just so happens to be a shoot-worthy moment all on its own
From strategy days to shoot days - IT ALL STARTS HERE
EVENTS AND WORKSHOPS
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Sobu was designed for more than just content. It’s a backdrop for beautiful gatherings, intentional workshops, intimate celebrations, and curated experiences that leave an impression.
Think:
A product launch with a yoga session + styled breakfastA seasonal shoot day takeover - photographers, make Sobu your own for festive minis or milestone shoots
An elevated birthday lunch, engagement, baby shower or modern micro-wedding
A brand-building panel or speaker series (on a smaller, chicer scale)
A sun-drenched space to finally meet your online community IRL for a heartfelt masterclass, connection-filled workshop, or celebration that gives back to your customers
It’s for people who want the feel of a large event - but the intimacy, creativity, and connection of something more personal.
No hotel carpets. No fluorescent lights. Just a styled, sunlit studio that adapts to your vision.
A few things to note:All events at Sobu are self-styled and self-managed. You’ll have full access to the space, and the freedom to bring your own dream team.
If you're looking for support - whether it’s catering, florals, photography or furniture hire - our Content Concierge page has a curated list of local vendors who can help bring your vision to life. (These are external suppliers, so all bookings and coordination happen directly with them.)
To make sure every event at Sobu is aligned and seamless, bookings are handled individually. You won’t find event hire in our online calendar - just fill out the Contact form or email us directly and we’ll talk through the details together.
Sobu is perfect for small-scale events (think 5–30 guests depending on your setup)
PODCAST ROOM + OFFICE SET
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Tucked upstairs, the podcast room is your private creative zone, perfect for recording, filming, meetings or just taking a quiet moment away from the action. Styled as a modern office with a skylight overhead and a calm, elevated vibe, it’s designed to flex with you.
Purpose-built during construction the room has been professionally acoustically treated to ensure your recordings sound as good as they look.
This is a self-serve space, created to give you freedom and flexibility. Bring your own equipment, or add SOBU’s RØDE Two-Person Podcasting Package to your booking for access to professional-grade microphones, headphones, boom arms and a RØDECaster Duo mixer, ready to plug in and go.
If you’d like extra support with setup, recording or editing, you can easily book one of our trusted podcast professionals through the Content Concierge.
Planning to film your podcast too? Bring your own camera or phone, lighting is included with the audio gear hire, and phone tripods are available to use in-studio.
Not recording? Use the room as a workspace, client meeting area, prep zone, or even a green room during events. It’s also the perfect private space for getting ready before a special occasion. Bridal touch-ups, outfit changes, or a quiet moment before you hit record or walk out.
When you book the podcast room, you’re not just booking a single space, you have access to the entire Sobu studio. Record your episode, capture promotional visuals, shoot content, and host your team, all in one inspiring location.
RECORD IT. FILM IT. LAUNCH IT. HERE.
Styled. Supplied. Sorted.
Every corner of Sobu is designed to help you create , and the props and equipment here are part of that story. See what’s waiting for you below, or bring in your own pieces for that extra signature touch.
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Everything listed below comes standard with your session
Two reserved car parks directly in front of the studio
Additional visitor and street parking nearby
Self-entry for easy access
Air conditioning on both levels
Private bathroom upstairs
Accessible toilet and shower facilities located within the Karthina Lane precinct (down the lane)
Kitchenette with fridge
Portable Bluetooth sound system for music
Natural light and versatile setups throughout
Two fold-out tables for workspace or product prep
Movable backdrops (white and VJ panelling)
Phone tripod with Bluetooth remote
Auto Face Tracking phone tripod
Fold-up reflector
3 small clamps
Sandbags
Extension cords
High-end clothing steamer with protective glove
Clothing rack on wheels + hangers
Linen-covered pinboard for planning or styling (pins supplied)
Swivel chair and table on wheels
Selection of furniture and styling accessories
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Inside the Props Cupboard you’ll find an ever-growing collection of styling essentials: ceramics, linens, vases, books, stationery, takeaway cups, accessories, and sculptural accents.
All chosen to help you tell a visual story with ease.
Simply add the Props Cupboard at checkout for instant access to all the thoughtful details that make your shoot feel complete.
Vinyl backdrop selection shown above. -
Level up your lighting with Sobu’s professional-grade gear, available as an optional add-on at checkout.
• C-Stand
• Godox SL-60W LED Light + Stand
• Godox FV150 Hybrid Continuous LED Light + Stand
• Large Softbox
• Godox 80cm Octagon Softbox with Grid Light ModifierRØDE Two-Person Podcasting Package equipment:
Rode RODECaster Duo
2x Rode PodMic
2x Rode NTH-100 Headphones
2x Rode PSA1+ Studio Arm
2x Rode XLR to XLR Cable
Mackie CR4-X Monitors
Available from mid November
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Sobu was designed with versatility in mind, giving you endless backdrop options to bring your vision to life.
• Coloured Paper Backdrops:
Choose from Terracotta, Peach, and Nude. All 2.7 m wide and available as an add-on at checkout.
Hire is $100 + GST (includes up to 2 x 2.7 m of usage), with additional metres charged at $50 + GST.You’re welcome to use one colour or all three, it’s simply based on total paper used.
See colours above
• Moveable Backdrop Wall:
One side in crisp white, the other in classic VJ panelling, with optional skirting boards for a realistic, home-style finish.
• Textured Studio Walls:
Industrial concrete and white textured walls downstairs; bright white walls and warm floorboards upstairs.
• Outdoor Balcony:
Framed by Karthina Lane’s signature pink–peach tone, the perfect backdrop for sunlit shots.
From clean studio lines to lived-in lifestyle scenes, every surface was designed to make creating effortless.
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Whether you need a hand planning your shoot, sourcing a content crew, or finding the perfect local lunch spot between sessions - we’ve got you.
Our Content Concierge page is where you’ll find suppliers, creatives, and local favourites.
And if you’ve got a question or something specific in mind, just reach out via our Contact page - we’re always happy to help.
