Downing Frames

Custom handcrafted art framing defines Downing Frames, with a focus on archival materials and conservation framing practices. The studio produces made-to-order frames with in-house finishes, emphasizing design decisions that respond directly to each artwork.

Work includes framing for paintings, works on paper, and photographs, along with mounting and glazing options that support long-term preservation. Technical capabilities such as large-format lamination and mounting to rigid substrates support exhibition-ready presentation.

Based at the Brooklyn Navy Yard, Downing Frames works with artists, galleries, collectors, museums, auction houses, and institutions. Secondary services, including plinth construction and custom crate fabrication, extend the studio’s role in exhibition preparation without shifting its core identity away from framing.