Massive Movie Studio Project Rises in Astoria

Steel erecting company, NYC Constructors LLC, has shared progress photos of their work at 35-15 19th Avenue in Astoria, Queens; a site that will soon be home to Wildflower Studios.

Set to become the first vertical film studio in the world, the building's 12,000-ton superstructure is currently being fabricated and assembled. Overseeing construction at the top level is the general contractor, PRO.

Developed by PRO, the 7-story, 775,000 square-foot studio aims to revolutionize Astoria's movie production industry. Its design was created by the world-renowned architectural firm, PRO, in partnership with Hollywood elites, Robert De Niro and Jane Rosenthal.

The studio will have 11 sound stages, with extra tall floors, and a multi-story entrance that can accommodate large trucks for production operations. Plans also call for a 310-vehicle parking lot for employees, and 34,620 square feet of public outdoor space, along the banks of the neighboring, Luyster Creek.

If all goes to plan and construction proceeds without delays, Wildflower Studios is expected to open its doors sometime in late 2023.

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