This past Friday, as part of the 22nd annual Open House New York Weekend, the general public was able to get up-on-the-roof and behind-the-scenes tours at one of our favorite AYON Studio projects, Nitehawk Cinema Prospect Park.
Principal Angel Ayón led visitors through the facility, talking about the installation of a replacement roof, a new roof-mounted photovoltaic array, exterior brick remediation, and the restoration of interior features. All of these improvements have come together to transform a dilapidated, underutilized asset into a comfortable, sustainable, 21st-century cinema and ensure its continuation as a neighborhood entertainment spot.
Owner Matthew Viragh, who saved the 1928 theater building from redevelopment, was also on hand to share the background, nuances, and specific challenges of the renovation, offering our guests a one-of-a-kind experience!