Buildings Archive - Rockella Space

Buildings

Manhattan

520 8th Ave, Manhattan

Rockella Space Manhattan is our newest creative haven, opening late spring 2025 at 520 8th Ave on the 24th floor. Perfectly situated in the heart of Manhattan’s thriving arts scene, this location offers fine artists access to renowned galleries in Chelsea, iconic museums like MoMA and The Whitney, and a host of artist supply stores just a short walk away. The studios, ranging from 100 to 500 sq ft, feature some units with breathtaking Manhattan views, fostering a truly inspiring environment. With proximity to Penn Station and vibrant cultural hubs, this space is ideal for artists ready to elevate their practice in one of the most dynamic cities in the world. Reserve your space today—book a site visit, submit an application, or place a deposit to secure your spot in this exciting new location!

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Brown Bears Studio

1660 E New York Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11212

Brown Bears Studio invites music professionals to make a home in our soundproof spaces and visual artists to create in our affordable, spacious, light-filled studios. Located in Brownsville, an area renowned for its impactful music and vibrant street art, Brown Bears Studio is housed in a building steeped in New York City’s creative history. The neighborhood has a rich legacy of manufacturing, from food and furniture to metals, and our building continues this tradition with its past in millinery manufacturing. At Brown Bears Studio, we honor this heritage by providing a dynamic environment where creativity thrives.

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One Eyed Studios

1639 Centre St, Queens, NY 11385

Built in 1930, has a rich history of housing creative industries, including fabric producers for major department stores like Macy’s. Nestled on the culturally artistic border of Bushwick and Ridgewood, One Eyed Studios serves a diverse community of traditional craftspeople and contemporary artmakers. Our members range from world-class tattoo artists to contemporary visual artists, encompassing a wide array of artistic disciplines.

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Decatur St Studios

1563 Decatur St, Queens, NY 11385

The oldest of all our buildings, Decatur St Studios inhabits a 1898 brick building that once housed Diogenes Brewing Co, which operated between 1898 and 1920. Since then, it has housed many creative industries before Rockella Space took it over in 2020. This old building is filled with light and original industrial features, and fast becoming a creative hub for music, food, and art.

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