LACUNA

Welcome to Lacuna, a bespoke indoor/outdoor venue nestled in the vibrant heart of West Adams, Los Angeles. The name "Lacuna" encapsulates our essence—a creative space waiting to be filled. Whether it's an intimate gathering, photo/video shoot, lecture or screening, etc... we've got you! Lacuna isn't your typical warehouse space. Everything is next level, incorporating texture and attention to details that you won't find anywhere else. Quite simply, it's special. Curated by Dre Shapiro, our founder, an accomplished artist and interior designer, Lacuna embraces wabi-sabi elegance. Dre's commitment to natural materials and minimal style creates a beautiful and alluring atmosphere. More than a venue, Lacuna is a reflection of a lifetime dedicated to inspiring design and genuine hospitality. HOUSE RULES & TERMS: L A C U N A is maintained to the highest possible Event & Location Rental standards as well as all City, County & State Health Mandates. We ask that you follow the rules noted below and please contact us with any queries. Bathrooms: Bathrooms to be respected as they are used by guests & staff. Bathroom attendant is required for events with 50 or more attendees. Notify Site Representative immediately if bathroom supplies are running low or require attention Cleaning Duties Client, Planner and/or Caterer warrants to perform basic cleaning duties at end of event in Dining and Kitchen areas (if applicable; cleaning stove & oven, wiping & sanitizing benches, wipe out sinks, empty trash bins, sweep floors). A professional clean will be performed by LACUNA’s Team post event, and is included on billing. Failure to empty the fryer will result in an additional $150 fee. Event Space: ONLY APPROPRIATE Client, Host or Event staff to be in EVENT SPACES during rental period. Clients are responsible for conduct of all hired/contracted event personnel. Doors/Interiors: Caterer/Planner may use the front door of the venue for LIGHT event supplies (flowers, signage, specialty decor) load in only; all other event needs must be delivered via rear of the building. Caterer/Planner is not permitted use of the front door to LACUNA for any loading or unloading. Front door MUST remain closed. No propping doors open anywhere unless SECURITY staff is stationed at that door. LACUNA features smooth stucco walls and concrete floors. Both surfaces are pores, if damages, stains, or other defects occur, the Client will be billed for cost of repair/restoration. No heavy machinery or equipment without LACUNA’S approval. Food & Drink No red wine or dark drinks to be served on premises. No sticky or energy drinks. All warm food to be odor free where possible. All outside food and drink vendors must be approved by LACUNA, including but not limited to all menus. Hygiene all Vendors/Staff must follow all Los Angeles County Health Department Rules including holding valid ServSafe Certificates & adhere to any Covid-19 Safety Protocols or as directed by any LACUNA Representative. Kitchen Cooking or use of HOT EQUIPMENT in LACUNA kitchen is prohibited unless specifically agreed to in Event or Rental Contract. Kitchen is for food & beverage display only. Load in/Strike: No idling engines, noisy loading, talking loudly, radios, smoking, or any other sort of behavior or noise that might bother us or our neighbors while using the rear alley side for receiving deliveries of goods. Load in/Strike hours permissible 7:00am - 12:00am, pending scope of event rental hours per contract. Exceptions may be made. All large goods and other equipment to go through REAR DOORS ONLY. Delivery paths must be kept clean and protected with mats, ramboards or other protective material prior and during deliveries and transport. Please detail the methods you will use to mitigate dirt & damage during load in/load out at the final pre-event meeting. Parking/Deliveries: No parking in the alley other than pre-arranged short term delivery or drop off. Please observe all local street parking signage. NO stopping/loading/dropping off on Jefferson Blvd. Event staff to park away from LACUNA Entrance. CLIENT to make all arrangements for any Event parking. Inform attendees using rideshare, or provide signage instructions, that drop-off is to be done on Rimpau. Rental Inventory (OUTSIDE VENDOR) if Client, Planner and/or Caterer has contracted with an outside vendor to provide any furniture, equipment or guest needs, prior arrangements must be made for next day pick up (and Site Representative’s time will be included on final billing). Otherwise all equipment is to be taken out by 12:00am event evening. Waste Removal: Use of designated receptacle only. Recycle & usual trash standards apply. All event trash to be removed by Client/Caterer unless otherwise specified in contract. Client will be billed $200 for excess waste removal. Any overflowing trash will be assessed an additional penalty. Venue manager is required.