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Futura Labs
Client: Futura Labs
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Year: 2021
Typology: Cultural
Building Type: Artists Studio
Project Size: 6,000 SF
Project Cost: Undisclosed
Location: Red Hook, Brooklyn, NY
The new home of Futura Laboratories is located in the neighborhood of Red Hook, Brooklyn - a former industrial hub now home to an emerging industry of artists and creatives. The studio sits on the edge of the waterfront with panoramic views across the Hudson River and the Statue of Liberty.
WAU developed various aspect of the studio including the artists primary place of work, a spray room with the intent of achieving the necessary separation of conditioned space while maintaining transparency.
The completed spray room is defined by the folded planes of the enclosure, which are made of rigid polycarbonate panels. The floor is finished with a speckled rubber material to both protect the floor below and provide a neutral canvas for the artist. Two large sliding doors provide access for oversized art pieces, allowing for spatial flexibility in the artist’s workspace.
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