Explore over 270+ cataloged works forged by master artisan Damian Arce across Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, and the Bronx.
Balconies are expressions of artistry, craftsmanship, and personal style. A custom wrought iron balcony, crafted by professional artisans, blends durability with beauty, elevating not only the appearance of your home but also its character. Whether you dream of ornate scrolls, geometric minimalism, or romantic French flair, a custom design ensures your vision becomes reality.
In New York City, iron railings and staircases must adhere to strict Department of Buildings (DOB) regulations regarding height (minimum 36 to 42 inches), baluster spacing (the 4-inch sphere rule), and load capacity (200 lbs uniform pressure).
Preserving historical Brooklyn & Manhattan stoop aesthetics while implementing modern steel safety standards.
Every project is custom-designed, forged in our NYC workshop, and installed to meet rigid Department of Buildings (DOB) regulations.
Interior & exterior handrails, stoop railings for brownstones, and decorative balustrades engineered for code safety.
DOB Compliant • Galvanized SteelHigh-security decorative entry doors, garage gates, and perimeter courtyard doors crafted with heavy-gauge steel.
Maximum Security • Custom Glass InsertsStraight, curved, and spiral interior/exterior staircases engineered with structural load calculations and hand-forged risers.
Spiral & Straight • Residential & CommercialArtisan torch brazing, brass joinery, bronze patina finishes, and custom metal ornaments for luxury interiors.
Artisan Joining • Bronze PatinaNYC Parks & Recreation compliant sidewalk tree guards, garbage enclosures, and window security grilles.
NYC Parks Standard • Heavy Duty
Damian Arce • Master Artisan
98 Thames St, Brooklyn
With over two decades of dedicated blacksmithing and architectural metal forging experience in New York City, Damian Arce combines old-world European craftsmanship with modern American engineering precision.
Operating from his Bushwick workshop at 98 Thames St, Brooklyn, NY 11237, Damian personally inspects every project, ensures 100% DOB code compliance, and handcrafts each element for longevity and timeless elegance.
Ready to start your custom railing, door, balcony, or staircase project? Contact Damian Arce directly for a fast quote and project consultation.
