Eastown Pottery Expands with New Studio in East town

 

A New Chapter in Grand Rapids

NAI Wisinski of West Michigan is pleased to announce that Eastown Pottery & The Mud Room has leased space at 1422 Robinson Road in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

The new location marks an exciting expansion for owners Kris and Troy, who have grown the business from a single studio into a thriving creative destination. The Eastown studio will focus on pottery wheel experiences, supporting continued growth and meeting increasing demand for hands-on, arts-focused programming.

 

 

 

From Passion to Expansion

Owning a business has long been a shared goal for the couple. Kris brings nearly a decade of experience as an art educator, followed by her role managing The Mud Room, where she was mentored by former owner Rachel. That foundation positioned her to successfully transition into ownership and continue building the brand.

After acquiring The Mud Room and operating it for over a year, Kris and Troy made the decision to expand. Troy stepped away from his career in warehouse automation sales to support the next phase of the business, reinforcing their commitment to long-term growth.

Eastown was a natural fit for the new location. Having previously lived in the neighborhood, the owners were drawn to its strong arts presence and active local business community. The Kingsley Building, with its historic character and mix of established tenants, offered the right environment to bring their vision to life.

 

                     

The owners of Eastown Pottery Kris and Troy

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A Growing Trend in Experiential Retail

Todd Leinberger, MBA of NAI Wisinski of West Michigan represented the landlord in the lease transaction.

 

Todd’s Bio

 

This expansion reflects continued demand for experiential retail and creative studio space in Grand Rapids, particularly in established neighborhoods like Eastown where local businesses and community engagement drive activity.

A look at the mix of local shops that make Eastown a unique destination 
 

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NAI Wisinski of West Michigan is the largest independently owned commercial real estate firm in West Michigan. With 50+ years rooted in this region, we deliver full-service brokerage, leasing, property & facilities management, capital markets, advisory, and investment services. Based in Grand Rapids with a second office in Kalamazoo, we combine deep local insight with the global reach of the NAI network.

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