In Greenpoint, Brooklyn, Maker’s Hub turns sketches, files, and loose ideas into locally made custom products through digital fabrication. Its platform matches customers with the right in-house maker, taking the guesswork out of choosing a process while supporting neighborhood production and reducing shipping-related impact. The studio works on everything from small household parts to business display pieces, with local pickup or delivery available.
MakelabFounded in 2017, Makelab is a Brooklyn-based 3D printing manufacturer that turns CAD files into prototypes, production parts, and large-format models. Its New York factory produces more than 5,000 parts a week, with engineers reviewing files before production and technicians performing three-point quality checks on every part. Makelab is particularly geared toward teams that need to move from design validation to low-volume or bridge production without waiting for tooling.BROOKLYN, NY
Wombat NYCFounded in Brooklyn in 2023 by Australian mechanical engineer, machinist and prototyper Gwylim Johnstone, Wombat NYC grew from his work creating custom solutions for feature films, museums and artists. The small team serves New York City-area designers, fabricators and project teams with made-to-order sheet-metal parts, using an instant online quote process for projects ranging from prototypes to more complex installations. Parts are produced in-house at its Brooklyn facility and can be ready for local customers within a few days.BROOKLYN, NY
Custom LotusCustom Lotus is a Brooklyn-based workshop known for locally made, made-to-order interiors crafted around each client’s vision. Working from its showroom in the historic Brooklyn Army Terminal, the company guides homeowners and office clients through design and production, with an emphasis on low-waste methods and materials that are repurposed or non-toxic.BROOKLYN, NY
The Factory NYCFounded in Brooklyn in 2013 by artists Louie Hinnen and Paul Outlaw, The Factory NYC is a fabrication company that designs, builds, and installs custom physical environments and objects. Its two Brooklyn workshop facilities and 42,000 square feet of NYC production space support projects ranging from large-scale event installations to permanent architectural fixtures. The company employs a team of engineers, artists, designers, and makers.BROOKLYN, NY