58 Kent Street

58 Kent Street is a historic building located in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, part of the Eberhard Faber Pencil Factory historic district. Originally built in the late 19th century, the building was renovated by Kickstarter after its purchase in 2011, transforming it into a modern workspace while preserving its historical elements. The renovation, led by architect Ole Sondresen, features a central glass courtyard, a rooftop garden, and a variety of workspaces, all designed with sustainability in mind. The building showcases a unique blend of architectural styles, including Italianate, Renaissance Revival, and German Romanesque Revival. It has received multiple awards for its restoration efforts and stands as a testament to adaptive reuse in urban design.