LEGAL
Rental terms
This English version is provided for convenience only. In case of any discrepancy, the German version shall prevail.
1. Scope
a. The following General Terms and Conditions of Rental and Business (GTC) apply to the rental of the studio premises of Viii LOFT x STUDIO and all furnishings, technical equipment and facilities therein.
b. The GTC are deemed agreed upon booking or taking over the studio by the tenant.
c. Deviating or supplementary contractual agreements require written confirmation by the landlord to be effective.
d. The tenant confirms that they are of legal age and agrees to present a valid official photo ID at the start of the rental (visual check). The landlord is entitled to store the tenant's personal data required for processing and for the possible later clarification of claims. No copy of the ID is made.
2. Rent
a. The studio rent is based on the current price list of Viii LOFT x STUDIO.
b. The studio rent includes the costs of heating, electricity and water (excluding high-voltage power).
c. The rental period begins at the agreed time, regardless of when the tenant actually enters the studio. Use beyond the agreed rental period is charged with an overtime surcharge per hour or part thereof. There is no entitlement to an extension of the rental period.
d. Free cancellation is possible up to 14 days before the start of the rental; in this case, any deposit paid will be refunded in full. For cancellations up to 3 days before the appointment, 50% of the rental price is charged. If the cancellation is made within 3 days before the start of the rental or the tenant does not appear, 100% of the rental price is due.
e. The landlord retains the right of occupancy throughout the rental period and is entitled to enter the studio at any time. Due consideration is given to ongoing productions.
f. Additional services such as assistance or image editing can be agreed separately and are not part of the room rental.
g. Photography or filming outside the rented premises (e.g. stairwell, fire escape, courtyard) is only permitted by prior arrangement and, where applicable, with the owner's approval.
h. Smoking is strictly prohibited in all indoor areas. Smoking is only permitted in the designated outdoor areas. A fee of €250.00 is charged for violations.
i. If the studio is rented as a private booking but subsequently used commercially (in particular for product shots or advertising), the landlord reserves the right to charge the rent retroactively at the corresponding commercial rate.
3. Payment terms
a. Upon signing the rental agreement, a deposit of 20% of the rental price is due, payable within 7 days by bank transfer. The deposit is offset against the rental price or any cancellation fees. In the case of free cancellation (up to 14 days before the start of the rental), it is refunded in full.
b. The remaining rental costs are to be paid by bank transfer within 7 days of invoicing.
c. Additional costs and services are settled at the end of the rental period.
d. Deviating payment arrangements require prior agreement in writing.
4. Use of the studio
a. The tenant undertakes to treat the premises and inventory with care and in a proper manner. The tenant is responsible for compliance with all legal regulations and accident prevention measures and is also liable for their guests, models and agents.
b. The use of materials or aids that may cause damage, soiling or hazards (e.g. open fire) is prohibited. Exceptions require the landlord's written approval.
c. Animals may only be brought by prior arrangement.
d. Modifications or repairs to rented equipment are not permitted. Studio inventory may not be used outside the premises without express permission.
e. Rights or obligations under the rental agreement may not be transferred to third parties without the landlord's written consent. If consent is given, the tenant and the third party are jointly and severally liable.
f. Workshops, courses or events require the landlord's prior express consent.
g. The landlord is entitled to terminate the rental agreement without notice if the tenant acts with gross negligence, endangers operational safety or breaches contractual agreements. In this case, the tenant has no claim to damages.
h. Paper backdrops are charged according to the current price list / FAQ.
i. If the studio cannot be used as planned due to force majeure (e.g. power failure, water damage, construction work), the rental fee is waived. Liability for consequential losses (e.g. fees, travel costs, production losses) is excluded.
5. Condition of the premises
a. The studio is handed over broom-clean. The tenant must check its condition at the start of the rental.
b. At the end of the rental, the studio must be returned in its original condition. The time required for this is part of the rental period.
c. Final cleaning is included in the rental price. For exceptional soiling, an additional cleaning fee of €50.00 (incl. VAT) is charged.
6. Retention of title
a. All rented items remain the property of the landlord.
b. Sale, lending, transfer or removal from the studio premises is prohibited without written consent.
7. Liability
a. Entering the studio and the property is at your own risk.
b. The landlord accepts no liability for items brought along.
c. The tenant is liable for all damage to the studio and inventory occurring during the rental period, as well as for consequential losses (e.g. loss of rent). This also applies to damage caused by visitors or models.
d. The landlord is only liable in cases of intent or gross negligence. Liability in cases of force majeure is excluded.
8. Final provisions
a. German law applies exclusively.
b. Collateral agreements must be made in writing.
c. Should any provision of these GTC be invalid, the validity of the remaining provisions shall remain unaffected. The invalid provision shall be replaced by one that comes as close as possible economically and legally.
d. The place of performance is the landlord's registered location (Bergheim). For merchants, legal entities under public law and special funds under public law, the place of jurisdiction is the landlord's registered location. For consumers, the statutory places of jurisdiction apply.
e. Photo and video material created on the premises of Viii LOFT x STUDIO may only be used after payment has been received in full.
As of 30 September 2026 · GTC Viii LOFT x STUDIO