Reviving history for a new creative future
Along the waterfront of Brooklyn’s Sunset Park, the historic MADE: Bush Terminal is at the heart of a dynamic creative economy. This revitalized site, now bustling with artisans, designers, and industrial pioneers, represents a transformative effort by the New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC). By breathing new life into this once-restricted public building, NYCEDC aims to support the local creative ecosystem with a vision that includes creating 165 permanent jobs and impacting the economy by 2.6 billion USD over 30 years.
The MADE campus, designed by nARCHITECTS, offers 140,000 square feet of manufacturing space complemented by 30,000 square feet for public events. Notably, Public Records, known for its music venue that originated in Gowanus, Brooklyn, brings a vibrant community space to the campus’s ground floor. Here, collaboration thrives among craft-based enterprises and technical innovators, fostering knowledge sharing and sustainable practices in the area.
Jeanny Pak, Interim President and CEO of NYCEDC, states, “At MADE: Bush Terminal, we continue to expand opportunities for all New Yorkers by linking design, manufacturing, and artistic partnerships. By activating over 66,000 square feet at the Brooklyn Army Terminal and MADE: Bush Terminal, we reinforce this neighborhood as a central hub for innovation, entrepreneurship, and inclusive economic growth.”
Breathing life into historic spaces for economic resurgence
The MADE: Bush Terminal project, managed by NYCEDC, emphasizes modernizing historical spaces to drive inclusive growth. Originally established in the late 19th century, Bush Terminal was once the United States‘ largest multi-tenant industrial campus. Today, its revitalization focuses on environmental stewardship, social equity, and community engagement, offering flexible spaces that enhance job creation and community development nearby.
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The terminal serves as a catalyst for Brooklyn’s urban manufacturing evolution on the waterfront.
Craft and Technology Converge in the Neighborhood
MADE: Bush Terminal hosts a curated selection of craft-based and high-tech tenants that redefine modern fabrication on the Brooklyn waterfront. Stickbulb, a lighting manufacturer, occupies over 27,000 square feet across Buildings A and B, aligning its production and design within a circular design model. Additionally, the campus is home to 3D-printing hub Makelab and design studios like PELLE and MushLume, collaboratively exploring bio-based materials to advance object design in the region.
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The area’s creative momentum is bolstered by the adjacent Brooklyn Army Terminal, which accommodates innovative enterprises such as Audible Difference and EcoLogic Solutions. NYCEDC’s initiatives, like the BATWorks climate innovation hub and a cultural partnership with Public Service, foster a thriving industrial scene.
The transformation of a 1,000-capacity venue for music and art installations underscores MADE as a beacon of civic design, circularity, and creativity here.
Source: designboom.com
Frequently asked questions
What is the purpose of the MADE: Bush Terminal project?
The MADE: Bush Terminal project aims to revitalize historic spaces and support the local creative ecosystem. It focuses on modernizing these spaces to drive inclusive growth, job creation, and community development while fostering environmental stewardship and social equity.
How much space does Stickbulb occupy at MADE: Bush Terminal?
Stickbulb occupies over 27,000 square feet across Buildings A and B at MADE: Bush Terminal. Their work aligns with a circular design model in terms of production and design.
What role does Public Records play at the campus?
Public Records, known for its music venue, brings a vibrant community space to the MADE: Bush Terminal campus’s ground floor. It fosters collaboration among craft-based enterprises and technical innovators, contributing to knowledge sharing and sustainable practices.