FAQ

57 WINDWARD

Built in 1994, 57 Windward was once the home of Hollywood Royalty Anjelica Huston and her husband World-famous Sculptor Robert Graham. The Venice compound has since been transformed into an epic event space after undergoing a multimillion dollar renovation in 2023. Capable of both indoor and outdoor events up to 1200 people, the opportunities are infinite. We welcome events of all kinds including brand launches, premieres, weddings, mitzvahs, birthdays, conferences, panel discussions, pop-ups, creative workshops, fundraisers, experiential activations, retreats, private dinners, meetings, filming, production, photo shoots, social events, release parties. We are excited to see what you envision in the space and we are always happy to collaborate on with talented people. Reach out and tell us what you are planning!

STATS

-Open Floor Plan with easy load-in ability via multiple entry points
-12,500sqft Studio Building with matte polished concrete floors
-6,500sqft Walled-in Private Courtyard with a dedicated bar
-Two 1,000sqft Private Meeting/Green Rooms with hardwood floors and restrooms
-20-35ft High Ceilings
-7 Restrooms total for the property
-400 Amps available at the Studio Building
-100 Amps at the Courtyard, Bar and the Bungalow Building
-Abundant Natural Light
-Zoned AC and Heat throughout the property

ONLY AT 57…UNIQUE MARKETING OPPORTUNITIES

Nestled in the heart of Venice Beach, our venue occupies a historic location just behind the iconic Venice Sign, granting us unparalleled access that can be extended to your event. Our property can be seen in every image of the background of the famed sign, creating priceless marketing opportunities which we are happy to discuss with you and include exterior signage options and the ability to customize the Venice Sign ensuring an unforgettable experience for you and expand the reach of any branded/commercial event. 

  • The entire property can handle up to 1,200 guests if all areas are activated. The design of our property allows for both partial or total buyouts. Please visit “The Space” page for more detailed information.

  • Pausmith Group is the exclusive caterer at our venue. We do allow special accommodations to be made for ticketed chef-driven events or smaller parties when Pausmith is unavailable.

  • Our courtyard can accommodate a tent that is compliant with the fire code. We also have ample indoor space if you need to adjust your event design based on weather.

    Any rented tent will be an additional fee and procured via Premiere Party Rents.

  • In addition to the exclusive caterer, Pausmith Group, we have an exclusive rental company, Premiere Party Rents.

    We have a preferred vendor list of talented people who know the space or whose work we love and we are always happy to meet new vendors as well if you have your own favorites, we just ask that they have proper insurance.

  • We have 5 bathrooms in the Studio Space and 2 in the Bungalow. Events typically require one restroom per 50 people so it is advised that you bring in a separate restroom trailer pending guest count and layout.

  • Our courtyard is surrounded by 12-foot walls that provide complete privacy. We use a security vendor for all open-door or ticketed events. The architecture of our property allows for easy guest flow and security control.

  • Our property offers a variety of rentable spaces, as well as partial and complete buyout options. Contact us and we will help you choose the right space for your event.

  • Depending on the event calendar, you are more than welcome to load-in or out on shoulder days for an additional fee. Contact us for more info!

  • For outdoor events we follow the local LA county sound ordinance rules, but we are in Venice…reach out to us for more info;)

    For indoor events, you can party as late as your guests can hang…only you know the truth.

  • All vendors need to have event insurance and clients should get day of event insurance as well. Please contact us for exact insurance requirements and a sample COI.

  • Of course! We work with many talented lighting vendors who would love to create something special for your event. The building’s exterior allows you to project up to 55ft and the interior courtyard wall offers an additional area for projection at a height of 12ft so the only limit is your imagination.

  • If you want Wi-Fi, we have Wi-Fi!!!

    There are seven (7) Access Points (APs) establishing a secure and complete Wi-Fi footprint through the premises. Each AP is capable of connecting 750 users per unit. The Carrier is providing two (2) independent Gigabit circuits. These connections are set up to Load Balance between two (2) separate WAN Interfaces that share the two (2) Gigabit circuits always providing max bandwidth as load balancing feature operates.

    Available bandwidth through Wi-Fi signal is in a range between 500-1000 MB.

  • There are 4 large parking lots adjacent to the property and within half a block radius with about 500 available spots.We are happy to connect you with the right parking services/valet if your event requires.

  • Our indoor and outdoor space provide a seamless flow for guests. The Studio building provides large open spaces with ADA accessible restrooms as well as a brand new elevator coming in April 2024.

  • Yes, we require a planner/producer for all events, as well as a site coordinator. Luckily, our venue is helmed by our very own event planner and partner Nicole Arena of Nicole Arena Parties, so should you need a planner, you can contract with her company separately. We also require a site coordinator to be present at your event to ensure things are running smoothly.

If you have a question that we haven’t answered…

don’t be shy…