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Easton, Pa., April 13, 2023 –Warren and Derrick Clark, co-founders of Domaci, a home furnishings retailer based in the Lehigh Valley, are thrilled to announce their newest venture: Belleville Market, a multi-merchant shopping and entertainment space in downtown Easton, Pa.
Inspired by the Paris neighborhood of the same name, Belleville Market will be a shopping experience modeled after a European street market and home to a juried collection of independently-owned, creative-based, small businesses. Belleville Market, which will assume the space currently home to Easton Antique Emporium on 20 S. 3rd St., will also become the new permanent landing space for the Domaci storefront, as well as a hub that will cater to other creators, curators and collectors.
“We’re excited to continue a business relationship with many of the existing merchants from the Easton Antique Emporium, while at the same time welcoming new entrepreneurs with a unique vision and passion for what they do”, says Warren Clark. “Many of our merchants already operate successful online shops, participate in seasonal festivals or even wholesale their merchandise to other retailers, but benefit additionally from having a more permanent ‘brick and mortar’ location. Our variety of merchant spaces are very affordable with far less overhead costs than a typical storefront lease but with all the benefits of being on a main street in a vibrant city center. In that regard, we hope to be a sort of small business incubator for up-and-coming entrepreneurs who might otherwise have difficulty starting up a new business on their own.”
Other local favorites that will be joining Domaci as new merchants in Belleville Market include: Cottage and Bloom, offering home decor and personal items inspired by the garden and all things vintage, farmhouse, and industrial design; Steel City Plant Co., a one-stop urban plant shop specializing in pet-friendly offerings and unique plant accessories; Seasons Olive Oil & Vinegar Taproom, a family owned company that produces and imports the freshest extra virgin olive oil and vinegar, and Rascal Salvage Vintage, a New Jersey-based vintage shop featuring a hand-picked collection of nostalgic collectibles.
Belleville Market will also offer opportunities for non-permanent merchant pop-ups, a space for workshops, small-scale events and live music and entertainment.
“We’re excited to bring a bit of the fun and enjoyment that so many of our guests experienced at our Bethlehem shops to Easton,” says Derrick Clark. “This location offers a perfect spot for musicians to perform on select dates while our guests browse and shop. We’ll be bringing back our ever-popular tradition of passing out complimentary beer and wine to our guests as well. We want everyone to feel welcome and to stay awhile.”
The building space at 20 S. 3rd St., in Easton, Pa. remains open for business while the official transition to Belleville Market takes place, with an expected completion date of late summer 2023. Any businesses interested in becoming a merchant at Belleville Market are encouraged to visit www.bellevillemarket.com and submit an application for consideration.
About Domaci
Domaci, which means “home” in Czech – a nod to co-founder Derrick Clark’s family roots, is an omni-channel furniture and home decor retailer founded by Derrick & Warren Clark in 2015 and based in the Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania. Domaci was recently recognized as a top Retail Star for 2022 by Home Accents Today, a national home furnishings trade publication.
Domaci’s Channels:
facebook.com/domacihome | instagram.com/domacihome | www.domacihome.com
About Belleville Market
From the team behind Domaci, Belleville Market is a multi-merchant shopping experience modeled after a European style market. Home to a juried collection of independently-owned, creative-based small businesses, Belleville Market features local makers, curators and collectors.
Belleville Market’s Channels:
facebook.com/bellevillemarket | instagram.com/bellevillemarket | www.bellevillemarket.com/
Information provided to TVL by:
Amber Galdamez
Marketing & E-Commerce Coordinator
www.domacihome.com
