Two people, a young girl and an older man, stand behind a metal gate in an elevator with dim lighting.

BrooklynOptics

BrooklynOptics

Distressed stairwell

stainless steel freight elevator &

industrial fire escape.

Our distressed stairwell, 1940s stainless steel freight elevator, and industrial fire escape offer three distinct filming locations. The stairwell climbs four flights, the vintage elevator adds character, and the fire escape connects the second floor to the rooftop garden.

Perfect for productions seeking diverse, authentic backdrops.

Productions Shot on Our Iconic Industrial Stairwell.

Elevate Your Vision with Our Industrial Stairwell.

Our four-story industrial stairwell is a striking setting for any production. Its raw, architectural design and dramatic vertical lines create the perfect backdrop for scenes that demand a sense of scale, intensity, or urban grit. Let this iconic stairwell take your project to the next level—literally and visually.

Collection of Scenes from Our Elevator

Our 1920s Freight Elevator.

Step into a creative space like no other. Featuring an authentic 1920s freight elevator gate, rugged metal finishes, and spacious design, our industrial elevator exudes vintage charm. But it doesn’t stop there—modern RGB remote-controllable lights inside allow you to customize the ambiance, making it perfect for everything from moody period pieces to dynamic, colorful productions.

Located at the rear of the building, this vintage fire escape connects the second floor to the rooftop garden, offering a unique, gritty setting for your next production.

Industrial Fire Escape.

  • Photo taken from above of two people on a staircase in a dimly lit, aged brick basement, with a small sign on the wall that says 'WET PAINT'.
  • Three construction workers taking a break on a concrete staircase in an unfinished building, with a pipe running along the wall and sunlight streaming through a window.
  • A woman sitting on a staircase in a brick-walled room, illuminated by light from above, with a sign on the wall behind her that reads 'WET PAINT'.
  • A person sits in a construction space with orange lighting, surrounded by wooden panels and construction tools, looking up at the camera.
  • People in a dimly lit room with red lighting, sitting on a staircase and benches, some with lighting controllers.
  • Interior of an elevator with stainless steel doors and a metal accordion safety gate, showing part of the elevator shaft behind the gate.
  • View inside an old industrial elevator with metallic walls, opening to a bright area with vertical light and a grated floor.
  • Various potted plants placed on a weathered, rust-colored metal balcony ledge with an old brick and concrete wall in the background, and a metal fire escape above.
  • Rooftop with plants, metal railing, skylight, chairs, and city buildings in the background.
  • Group of people, mostly women, standing on a staircase in a dimly lit industrial setting, all dressed in black, some wearing hoodies and face coverings. They are gathered near a white brick wall with an info sign that reads 'Wet Paint' and are looking down or talking among themselves. Some individuals are holding flashlights.
  • Empty indoor venue with a small stage illuminated by blue and orange lights, scattered chairs, and various equipment, suggesting it is used for performances or events.

    Loading Dock

    Double-truck entrance with a loading dock garage and stainless steel freight elevator with LED lighting on a retractable pulley system for customizable setups, and a curb cut opening directly onto a city park view.

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  • Room with wooden shelves and tables filled with potted plants, windows letting in natural light, and a spiral staircase. The room has a cozy, plant-filled atmosphere with books and greenery.

    Vintage Library

    The 300 sq. ft. soundproof room, suitable for interviews and audio recordings, has 10 ft. tin ceilings, south-facing windows with natural light and park views, and second-layer windows for improved acoustics.

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  • A rooftop garden table decorated with orange slices, flowers, and drinks, surrounded by lush potted plants and greenery.

    Rooftop Gardens

    Over 2,500 sq. ft., including a main garden of and upper levels, we have stunning vistas overlooking the city, all are accessible via freight elevator.

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  • Cluttered workshop or studio with tables covered in fabric, sewing equipment, and work lights; people working or inspecting items in a dim, industrial space.

    Workshop

    Woodworking and makerspace with vintage tools, industrial equipment, and a versatile 800 sq. ft. staging area, ideal for productions seeking a functional workshop or period set environment.

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