When Marissa first stepped onto the set of The Kitchen while working as a producer for the Food Network, she wasn’t just observing a television production, she was unknowingly envisioning the future of Studio 405.
Filmed inside a sprawling industrial warehouse outside New York City, the set transformed a raw open space into a polished, fully immersive production environment. Watching a successful creative operation thrive outside Manhattan sparked an idea: Why didn’t Upper Westchester have a versatile, elevated studio space designed for both creators and community?
Years later, after losing her job and pivoting into freelance photography, the idea resurfaced at exactly the right moment. At the same time, Peter’s family had available office space inside the industrial building his grandfather and father originally built in the 1970s for their HVAC business, Malcon. What started as a conversation quickly evolved into something bigger, a photography and events studio designed to feel both luxurious and deeply welcoming.
Today, Studio 405 has become far more than a traditional photography studio.
While the founders initially envisioned photoshoots and occasional events, the Bedford Hills space has organically evolved into a creative hub for everything from wellness classes and networking events to baby showers, birthday celebrations, brand launches, and content creation workshops.
“We quickly realized clients were finding ways to use the space that we never anticipated,” says Marissa. “That creativity has really shaped the evolution of the studio.”
The design itself reflects the pair’s background in television and production. Every detail was intentionally curated to create what they describe as “experiential luxury that’s accessible to everyone.”
From the moment guests enter, they’re welcomed by the studio’s signature green accent wall, thoughtfully designed lobby, and amenities that feel more boutique hospitality than rental venue. The standout feature? Studio 405’s Greenroom which is inspired directly by the behind-the-scenes lounges used throughout the television industry.
Complete with Hollywood-style vanities, a private dressing room, lounge seating, a stocked snack cart, espresso machine, and photo-ready styling, the Greenroom has become one of the studio’s most distinctive elements.
“We wanted clients to feel like VIPs,” Marissa explains. “Not just like they rented a room for a few hours.”
That same philosophy extends throughout the studio. The main space balances timeless design with flexibility: warm neutral furnishings, vintage-inspired details, arched bookcases, a stone mantel, natural light, seamless backdrops, and professional-grade equipment all coexist within an adaptable environment that allows creators to make the space entirely their own.
But what truly differentiates Studio 405 isn’t simply aesthetics, it’s community.
The founders have intentionally built relationships with local photographers, florists, marketers, wellness professionals, and small business owners throughout Upper Westchester. Whether collaborating on seasonal installations, hosting business association meetings, or organizing monthly content creation events for entrepreneurs, Studio 405 has become a space designed to foster connection as much as creativity.
That local connection also runs deeply personal for Peter. Growing up around his family’s business inside the same Bedford Hills building, opening Studio 405 there represents a meaningful continuation of a family legacy built over generations.
“It’s really special to now have our own business in the same building his grandfather and father built,” says Marissa.
Looking ahead, Studio 405 plans to continue expanding its community-focused programming with photography workshops, retreats, and collaborative events aimed at helping creators and small businesses grow together.
At its core, however, the mission remains simple: to create a beautiful, inspiring space where people feel supported, celebrated, and creatively energized.
“We want every person who walks through our doors to leave feeling inspired, cared for, and confident,” Marissa says. “That’s always the goal.”
Inside Studio 405
Designed for more than photography
The Bedford Hills studio regularly hosts networking events, wellness classes, showers, and branded content sessions.
Signature feature:
A Hollywood-inspired Greenroom complete with vanities, lounge seating, espresso station, and private dressing area.
Rooted in family legacy
The building housing Studio 405 was originally built in the 1970s by Peter’s grandfather and father.
Community-first philosophy
Studio 405 frequently collaborates with local businesses, photographers, florists, and entrepreneurs throughout Upper Westchester.
What clients value most today:
Timeless design, flexibility, comfort, and elevated experiences that feel personal and approachable.