Gezellig (Huh • zell • ig) is a Dutch term to describe a feeling of warmth, coziness, and great times shared amongst friends and family.

174 Spadina Avenue Toronto, ON

HYGGE

Hygge (hue-gah) — the Danish equivalent of Gezellig — makes use of all the features in the space: natural light from its southern exposure and an exposed brick wall. Opposite the window-lined brick wall two walls have been outfitted with paneling to add extra character to your photos.

Hygge has been furnished with warm, Scandinavian style furniture, including a thick woven carpet and a modular sofa to move around as you please. The earthy tones in the carpet, the chairs, sofa, and accents plays into its Scandinavian roots of clean comfort.

This room is also fully equipped with backdrops, lights, modifiers, and tons of extra space for professional studio shoots, achieved using natural or studio lighting. You don’t want to miss the spectacular CN Tower views!

Bright living room with large windows, white sofa, beige ottoman, wooden chairs, a white coffee table with a vase of flowers, and a textured area rug.

MYSA

Welcome to Mysa, the Swedish inspired version of Gezellig. In this smaller studio space, every corner tells a story:

Step into the mid-70s retro-inspired space, complete with a gallery wall adorned with captivating visuals and a nostalgic record player setting the mood. Need a cozy spot to brainstorm ideas or unwind? Our desk area, featuring plush chairs and a vintage bookcase stocked with timeless reads, offers the perfect retreat. For those seeking timeless portraits, our dedicated backdrop wall provides a versatile canvas. Discover inspiration, nostalgia, and creativity in every corner at our photography haven.

Minimalist living room with white walls, a gray sofa with a pillow, a white vase with dried flowers, and a decorative sculpture on a small table near a brick wall and window with white curtains.
A wooden bookshelf with several books, a stone bust sculpture of a man's face, and a decorative stone block on a wooden table in a well-lit room with a brick wall and a sheer curtain.

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A young woman looking at her reflection in a mirror, smiling and standing with her hands on her hips, wearing a cream cardigan with cherry and strawberry embroidery and blue jeans.
A dining room set up with a long table, white chairs, and tableware, next to large windows with sheer curtains, decorated for a special event with candles and napkins.

SERVICES

  • Both of our rooms have their own look and feel which can be utilized for any of your photography and videography needs.

    • Professional headshots

    • Lifestyle

    • Promotional content

    • Product

  • Gezellig Studios has the capacity to host many events,* ranging from dinners, weddings and receptions, to workshops, art showings and anything in between.

    *Restrictions apply. Fill out the 'Events Form' so we can start planning with you!

  • Book our onsite photographer, Cole Bangia, or bring your own.

TESTIMONIALS

Sabrina D.

Very clean & spacious studio! Loved all the natural sunlight! Cole was very responsive and a very kind host!

Brooke B.

We had a great experience at this beautiful studio space! Cole is very communicative and helpful. The space was clean and spacious and perfect for our photoshoot needs. We hope to book with them again!

Bloomberg

Great place to shoot!

Stef M.

Really great space! Lots of room, lots of great props and great natural lighting

Mark R.

This space was great to film in, many parking options close by and Cole was helpful.

A woman in a beige blazer and matching skirt smiling and gesturing with her hands while standing at a wooden desk with an open laptop.
A living room with a beige sofa, wooden chair, and a glass coffee table on a woven rug, with a large window, a fiddle leaf fig plant, and a full-length mirror.
Front view of a rustic house with a door and window, covered in green ivy, and surrounded by trees shadowed on a sunny day.

COLE B. PHOTOGRAPHY

Cole, owner and founder of Gezellig Studios, is also a trained photographer available as an add-on to your booking.

A couple dancing together in a living room, smiling and enjoying each other's company.
A decorative ceramic bowl with two small ceramic cups, all in shades of gray, set in a white creamy substance, with a rounded ceramic lid with a flower-shaped handle behind it.
A man is sitting on a wooden chair in a room with wooden flooring, next to a white wall with decorative paneling and standing wooden room divider. There is a wooden ladder and a large white canvas behind him.
Elegant table setting with a floral centerpiece of pink and white roses, white plates with ornate borders, gold flatware, and beige napkins, decorated for a wedding or special event.
Three women standing close together, laughing and smiling, wearing headscarves, with one woman covering her mouth while laughing, all dressed in casual clothing against a plain, white background.

We look forward to meeting you!

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Close-up of light pink cherry blossoms on a tree branch in bloom against a blurred background.
Two women in beige suits sitting on a sofa, smiling and looking at their phones together in a bright room.