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Powerhouse Arts Architecture & Fabrication Tour

Powerhouse Arts 322 Third Avenue, Brooklyn

Guests are invited to explore Powerhouse Arts (PHA), the leading fine art fabrication facility in NYC that convenes and connects artists to each other and vital resources to advance their creative practice. PHA President Eric Shiner will pull back the curtain on how art is fabricated in the hive of workshops dedicated to ceramics, print, and more, while architects Philip Schmerbeck of Herzog & de Meuron and Jim Seger of PBDW will speak to the extraordinary transformation of the historic power station.

Pensa Studio Tour

Pensa 20 Jay Street Suite 800, Brooklyn

Join us at PENSA for an inside look at how we turn big ideas into real-world products. You’ll get a guided tour of our Brooklyn studio, see behind-the-scenes examples of our multi-disciplinary design and engineering work, and hear directly from our leadership team about how we blend invention, strategy, and craft. This is a rare […]

DUMBO Design District Walking Tour

Starts and ends at Hudson Wilder 142 Plymouth Street, Brooklyn

Event Title: DUMBO Design District Walking Tour

Overview:
Experience the industrial charm of Brooklyn’s DUMBO Design District on an exclusive walking tour. Enjoy an intimate celebration of the neighborhood’s historic architecture and curated design boutiques, where legacy meets contemporary aesthetics.

Event Highlights:
• Architectural Discovery:
Stroll along Belgian brick streets where historic warehouses blend with modern architectural forms.
• Boutique & Gallery Visits:
Meet the founders behind select home goods stores and design galleries showcasing refined furniture, lighting, ceramics, and decor—each reflecting DUMBO’s creative spirit.
• Elegant Exchange:
Conclude your tour with a relaxed conversation at Hudson Wilder, the hybrid design studio–showroom–café, where insights and observations from the tour are shared.

Additional Details:
• What to Bring:
Comfortable walking shoes, a camera or smartphone for discreet snapshots, and an appreciation for refined design.
• Accessibility:
The route is moderately accessible. Please advise us at registration if you require any specific accommodations.

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