Gotham Metalworks

The company is considered a premier supplier of high quality sheet metal materials for replications, renovations, and new construction projects throughout the New York area and nationwide.

Service areas

• Primary focus: projects throughout the New York City area.
• Capability: supports projects nationwide that require custom sheet metal fabrication.

Typical project types

• Landmark and historical building replications and restorations.
• Building renovations and new construction.
• Contemporary and custom architectural installations.
• Art installations, retail launches, and store designs.

Typical clients

Gotham Metalworks regularly works with:

• Architects
• Engineers
• Contractors
• Organizations and owners needing landmark preservation and historical replication

The team of architects, engineers, and craftsmen specializes in blending traditional metalworking skills with modern digital tools such as 3D modeling and CAD.

Core services

• Custom sheet metal design and fabrication for architectural projects.
• Materials selection support for durability, appearance, and historical accuracy.
• Fabrication of components for both historic and contemporary buildings and installations.

Project process

For most projects, Gotham Metalworks can support the full journey from concept through delivery. Typical steps include:

1. Shop drawings – Preparing detailed drawings for project components.
2. Site measurements – Taking field measurements where required for accuracy.
3. Engineering and design – Refining details for structural and aesthetic performance.
4. Fabrication – Producing sheet metal components using a combination of traditional craftsmanship and modern equipment.
5. Delivery – Supplying finished components to the project site or designated location.

Flashing

Flashing is one of Gotham Metalworks' specialties.

• Custom flashing units can be produced quickly.
• The business notes that many flashing jobs can be turned around in as little as 24 hours, with next-day pickup available on most projects.

Stamping

Gotham Metalworks is one of the few firms with in-house metal stamping capabilities.

• Especially useful for architectural elements that are not readily available off the shelf.
• Hand crafted master molds can be created, allowing matching stamped pieces to be produced as needed.

Ornamental sheet metal work

Gotham Metalworks' sheet metal fabrication capabilities are designed to handle complex ornamental and architectural projects for:

• Architects
• Engineers
• Contractors
• Landmark preservation organizations

Historical restoration and landmark preservation

Gotham Metalworks has extensive experience working on landmark and historically significant buildings, particularly throughout New York City.

Work with the Landmarks Preservation Commission

• Many restoration projects involve buildings under the jurisdiction of the Landmarks Preservation Commission.
• These projects often require very specific replication of existing sheet metal materials and profiles.
• Gotham Metalworks' staff uses their knowledge of historical preservation and computer-aided design to help determine appropriate solutions that align with Landmarks requirements.

Support for contractors and architects

• Navigating the review and approval process for landmark projects can be demanding for contractors and architects.
• Gotham Metalworks assists by helping to establish an approach that meets both client needs and regulatory expectations.

Types of restoration work

Examples of restoration-related work include:

• Replication of existing ornamental sheet metal elements.
• Replacement of deteriorated architectural metal with accurately matched new pieces.
• Fabrication of custom components needed to restore or preserve historic facades and roofs.

Project locations

While the company's landmark work is strongly associated with New York City, Gotham Metalworks can support restoration projects in other locations where their fabrication capabilities are required.

• Main phone: 718.472.2030
• Fax: 718.786.7214

For the most current email contact information, please refer to the email address listed on the Gotham Metalworks website contact page or contact form.

Locations

Gotham Metalworks operates from multiple locations:

Long Island City (Queens)

• Address:
• Gotham Metalworks
• 38-09 Vernon Blvd.
• Long Island City, Queens 11101

Brooklyn

• Address:
• 87 Bowne St.
• Brooklyn, NY 11231

Newark

• Address:
• 61-89 Avenue K
• Newark, NJ 07105

Opening hours

• Business hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00am – 5:00pm EST

Key contacts (roles)

The website lists several team members and roles, including:

• Sheet Metal Division Manager
• Architectural Designer

For direct contact details for specific staff members, callers should use the main phone number or the contact form on the Gotham Metalworks website.

Types of elements available

The business can provide many types of architectural features, including:

• Cornices – Decorative moldings in a variety of metals, from simple to elaborate profiles, crafted with traditional methods and modern technology for accuracy.
• Cupolas – Cupolas ranging from rustic to refined styles that reinforce the architectural period of a building or add visual interest.
• Railings – Railings in various metals and finishes, designed to make a statement at entrances, stairwells, and other locations.
• Built-in gutters – Architecturally appealing gutters that consider both functionality and how they contribute to a building's facade.
• Domes – Onion-shaped domes and similar elements, available in a wide array of metals and designed for visual impact.
• Pediments – Door and window pediments that add style and help maintain historical accuracy for the intended architectural period.
• Dormers – Dormers that improve airflow and add decorative interest to a building, designed for both style and sound construction.

Custom ornamental stamping

For especially detailed or unique profiles that are not readily available:

• Gotham Metalworks can create hand crafted master molds.
• These molds are then used to stamp new matching ornamental pieces.

This capability is particularly useful when replicating decorative metalwork on historic or landmark buildings.

The portfolio includes examples such as:

• Oriel windows and other custom window details.
• Historic roof projects.
• Work at notable addresses and commercial properties in New York City.
• Ornamental pieces and custom architectural metal elements.

These examples demonstrate Gotham Metalworks' capabilities in both historical restoration and contemporary architectural metalwork.

For images and specific project details, please refer to the portfolio section of the Gotham Metalworks website.

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