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showcase magazine May 2011 new york issue 275
The Foundry
The Foundry is a 19th Century building where originally fine varnishes were manufactured before it housed The Albra Metal Foundry. By 1906, it was one of several steel foundries in the Long Island City area that catered to the needs of New York City's riverfront manufacturers.
By the 1970s, The Foundry was essentially an abandoned space, housing defunct vehicles and a mountain of debris. In 1980 the Du Val family purchased the property. The family restored and renovated the space to reflect its original industrial character, and began hosting events in 2001. It is the only foundry in the area still standing.
Today, The Foundry is a raw space facility that is available to rent for weddings, birthdays, film, video, photo shoots and special events.
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spotlight magazine May 2011 international rental studios
The Foundry
The Foundry is a 19th Century building where originally fine varnishes were manufactured before it housed The Albra Metal Foundry. By 1906, it was one of several steel foundries in the Long Island City area that catered to the needs of New York City's riverfront manufacturers.
By the 1970's The Foundry was essentially an abandoned space, housing defunct vehicles and a mountain of debris. In 1980 the Du Val family purchased the property. The family restored and renovated the space to reflect its original industrial character, and began hosting events in 2001. It is the only foundry in the area still standing.
Today, The Foundry is a raw space facility that is available to rent for weddings, birthdays, film, video, photo shoots and special events.
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showcase magazine Apr 2007 new york city issue 71
The Foundry
This location is a uniquely restored and renovated industrial metal foundry, featuring a one-of-a-kind ivy-covered courtyard with a stunning view of the 59th Street Bridge. Original cauldrons, coal-burning ovens and chimneys remain intact for a dramatic flourish.
Amenities include dressing room, full-size commercial kitchen, four bathrooms, indoor fountain, 9 'x12' projector screen, coat check room, Steinway baby grand piano, handicap access, A/C, 3-phase power, ground floor loading entrance, and easy parking.
Available to rent for photo or film shoots and special events.
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showcase magazine Apr 2006 new york issue 48
The Foundry
The 19th century foundry has been recently restored to its original architectural and industrial character to be rented for film/photos shoots as well as for special events and parties.
The location has exposed brick walls and archways, a 2,000 square foot main floor, 1,200 square foot wrap-around mezzanine and 40-foot skylight ceiling. There is a full caterer's kitchen.
Recent events and shoots include Kanye West's album release party, sponsored by Hennessy and Moet, and a Sex and the City / HBO restaurant set.
The Foundry's adjoining location, Du Val Enterprises, has a 3,500 square foot landscaped roof terrace with sweeping views of the 59th Street Bridge and the Manhattan skyline plus a 4,000 square foot furnished loft. Clients have included Sopranos, Food Network and American Express.
