The Bordone LIC

What The Bordone LIC does

The Bordone LIC is a privately held, single-location event venue operating from a 5,000 sq ft Main Space (with a 6,000 sq ft terrace) and a 2,000 sq ft Penthouse (with a 3,000 sq ft rooftop) in Long Island City, Queens, across the Queensboro Bridge from Manhattan's Upper East Side. Founded in 2018 and operating since 2019, the venue rents raw, blank-canvas indoor and rooftop spaces primarily for weddings, corporate events, social celebrations (birthdays, showers, bar/bat mitzvahs), and film/photography production, with capacity ranging from 50 to 500 guests depending on configuration.

The venue's technical foundation centers on a NYSERDA-certified energy-efficient building with 14-foot ceilings, 400 Amp three-phase power in the Main Space, 200 Amp three-phase power in the Penthouse, central HVAC, a prep kitchen with commercial refrigeration, elevator access, wide equipment-friendly stairs, and natural light through large windows. All rentals include a 16-hour window (load-in through 2am load-out), two dressing rooms, WiFi, a doorman, and an event manager. The venue monetizes primarily through one-time per-event rental fees (Main Space, Penthouse, or full venue) plus ancillary fees (overtime at $1,000/hour, furniture moving at $250/set, bathroom attendant at $150/hour/person, $1,000 security deposit). Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed.

The go-to-market motion is direct-to-consumer, with prospective clients booking 30-minute in-person venue tours through a website scheduling system, followed by direct email or phone follow-up. Revenue is supplemented by mandatory exclusive vendor relationships — Broadway Party Rentals for furniture/tableware/linens and Topnotch Events for in-house beverage service — plus a curated list of preferred caterers, an exclusive tent vendor, and A/V partners such as Universal Light & Sound. The venue operates with 1-10 employees, has no disclosed funding, no institutional investors, and no parent company.

Name

The Bordone LIC

Legal name

The Bordone LIC

Website

https://thebordonelic.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2018

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

The Bordone LIC operates a raw indoor and rooftop event venue in Long Island City, Queens, renting blank-canvas spaces with Manhattan skyline views for weddings, corporate events, social celebrations, and film/photography productions through direct, quote-based bookings.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Event Venue Services

akta.pro primary industry

Corporate Event Rentals (Furniture, Staging, Tents) (HSACADAI)

Keywords

• Event venue rental
• Wedding venue
• Rooftop event space
• Corporate event hosting
• Film shooting location

Headquarters

HQ city

Long Island City

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Venue Space Rental: The venue generates revenue through renting its event spaces for weddings, corporate events, parties, and film/photography productions. Rental includes access to indoor/outdoor spaces, prep kitchen, dressing rooms, doorman, and event manager. The venue can be rented in its entirety or by individual space (Main Space/Terrace or Penthouse/Rooftop).
2. Additional Services and Fees: Additional revenue streams include overtime fees ($1,000/hour for extended hours), security deposit ($1,000), furniture moving labor fees ($250/set), and bathroom attendant services ($150/hour/person).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

The Bordone LIC operates a raw, blank-canvas indoor and rooftop event venue in Long Island City, Queens, providing space rentals for weddings, corporate events, social celebrations, and film/photography productions. The offering comprises two rentable spaces—the Main Space (5,000 sq ft indoor plus 6,000 sq ft terrace) and the Penthouse & Rooftop (2,000 sq ft indoor plus 3,000 sq ft rooftop)—each available individually or combined, with a 16-hour rental window, event manager and doorman support, prep kitchen, dressing rooms, and panoramic Manhattan skyline views.

Product overview

The Bordone LIC is a premier NYC event venue offering raw, blank-canvas event spaces for weddings, corporate events, and celebrations. The venue comprises two main rental products: the Main Space (5,000 sq ft indoor + 6,000 sq ft terrace) and the Penthouse & Rooftop (2,000 sq ft indoor + 3,000 sq ft rooftop), which can be rented individually or combined. All rentals include amenities such as a prep kitchen, dressing rooms, WiFi, doorman, and event manager support. The venue specializes in customizable experiences with panoramic Manhattan skyline views.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Main Space Rental A 5,000 sq ft indoor event space with 14 ft ceilings accompanied by a 6,000 sq ft terrace overlooking New York City. Accommodates up to 500 guests cocktail-style, 250 for seated dinner and dancing, or 300 outdoor seated with indoor dancing. Features 400 Amp three-phase power, central HVAC, and access to a commercial prep kitchen, dressing rooms, doorman, and event manager. Targeted at weddings, corporate events, social celebrations, and large-scale productions.
• Penthouse & Rooftop Rental A 2,000 sq ft indoor penthouse space with 14 ft ceilings accompanied by a 3,000 sq ft rooftop offering panoramic Manhattan skyline views. Accommodates up to 70 for seated dinner and dancing or 200 cocktail-style. Features 200 Amp three-phase power and can be reserved individually or in conjunction with the Main Space for wedding preparations, "first look" photos, or after-parties.
• Full Venue Rental (Main Space + Penthouse) Rental of both the Main Space and the Penthouse & Rooftop together as a single booking, providing access to the full indoor and outdoor footprint for weddings, large corporate events, and milestone celebrations. Pricing is quote-based and requires direct contact via [email protected].
• Venue Rental Package (16-Hour Window) A standardized 16-hour rental package (doors open 10am, load out by 2am) covering load-in, set-up, event, breakdown, and load-out. Includes designated kitchen space with sink, convection oven, commercial refrigerator and freezer, two dressing rooms, WiFi, doorman, and event manager. Available across Main Space only, Penthouse only, or both floors combined.

Quantifiable outcome

• Maximum capacity of 500 guests for cocktail-style events in Main Space
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Broadway Party RentalscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive partner for furniture and basic rental needs. All tableware, linens, chairs, and basic rentals are coordinated through Broadway Party Rentals. Clients work with their caterer to select styles and quantities, but orders are placed through this exclusive partner.
• Topnotch EventscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorIn-house exclusive beverage service provider. Topnotch Events works alongside the client's chosen caterer for all beverage-related needs. Clients cannot bring their own food or drinks and must use this exclusive service for alcohol and beverages.
• Exclusive Tent VendorminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive partnership for tent rental when clients choose to tent the outdoor spaces for weather protection. The venue puts clients in contact with this vendor for tenting needs.
• New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Bordone LIC participates in NYSERDA's Commercial New Construction Program, demonstrating the venue's commitment to energy efficiency and sustainable building practices.
• Preferred Caterers (Curated List)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorVetted list of preferred caterers familiar with the venue and working in raw spaces. While clients can bring outside caterers with proper insurance, the preferred list is recommended for seamless events.
• Dish Food & EventsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCatering partner referenced for the ICA Conference 2023 event. Example of the type of professional off-premise caterer the venue works with.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• The Liberty Warehouse: Waterfront Brooklyn event venue offering raw industrial space for weddings and corporate events. Comparable in size, premium positioning, and customer mix to The Bordone LIC.
• Weylin: Premium Williamsburg, Brooklyn event venue serving weddings and corporate clients. Closely comparable to The Bordone LIC on venue type, capacity range, and high-end positioning.
• The Knockdown Center: Large-format Queens event venue hosting weddings, corporate events, and cultural productions. Comparable to The Bordone LIC in NYC geography, raw industrial aesthetic, and multi-segment demand.
• The Green Building: Brooklyn event venue housed in a historic industrial building. Similar raw-canvas offering, capacity profile, and wedding/corporate focus to The Bordone LIC.
• The Foundry: Long Island City raw-space event venue operating in the same neighborhood as The Bordone LIC. Directly comparable premium wedding and corporate venue with industrial aesthetic, similar capacity, and similar target client base.
• Gotham Hall: Manhattan event venue hosting weddings, corporate functions, and galas. Comparable to The Bordone LIC on premium positioning and large-format capacity, though with a more classical aesthetic.
• 501 Union: Premium Brooklyn event venue hosting weddings, corporate events, and private parties. Closely comparable to The Bordone LIC on positioning, capacity, and target customers.
• The Altman Building: Manhattan event venue hosting weddings, corporate events, and private celebrations. Comparable to The Bordone LIC on capacity, customer segments, and full-service event support model.
• 74Wythe: Industrial Brooklyn event venue with similar raw-space aesthetic, multi-floor layout, and wedding/corporate customer base. Directly competitive with The Bordone LIC for the same NYC premium segment.
• The Prince George Ballroom: Manhattan event venue serving weddings, galas, and corporate events. Comparable to The Bordone LIC on premium positioning, capacity, and event-day service model.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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