37-18 Northern Blvd
Long Island City, NY 11101 LIC

Located in Long Island City, one subway stop from Manhattan, the Standard Motor Products (SMP) Building combines spacious modern design and authentic industrial origins. Since 1919, this iconic building has been the outpost for makers, visionaries, and industrial innovators who helped shape this city. Originally home to the Karpen Furniture Factory, this historic, natural light-flooded space is now a modern, multi-tenant commercial office building where creators and innovators still do their best work. 
   
A recent $14 million renovation revitalized the lobby, updated the façade, and increased energy efficiency, earning the property an Energy Star certification. The SMP Building blends turn-of-the-century charm with modern amenities, showcasing local artists and boasting a 1-acre rooftop farm recognized for green innovation. Industrial-inspired suites feature soaring 12-foot by 14-foot ceilings and enormous, light-filled windows with sweeping views of Midtown and Downtown Manhattan. With unit sizes up to 20,000 square feet, the SMP Building is the perfect creative headquarters. Ground-floor tenants contribute to the SMP Building's unique atmosphere and amenities, which include rotating art exhibits and a seasonal farmstand in the lobby. 
   
Situated at the cusp of Astoria's design district, the SMP Building is primed to take advantage of this growing community. Experience a culturally rich post-industrial neighborhood featuring new luxury high-rises, repurposed historic buildings, and a flourishing community surrounded by museums, galleries, green spaces, and an expanding array of restaurants and nightlife options.