Velto Pickleball Club Scores 14,000 Square Foot Lease at LIVWRK's Red Hook Building
Another tenant signs on at 160 Van Brunt Street, the former ship-engine repair building developed by LIVWRK and FM Capital's David Brecher.
The pickleball craze has hit Red Hook, with the latest tenant to join the converted industrial building at 160 Van Brunt Street being none other than Velto Pickleball Club. The start-up has secured a 10-year lease for 14,000 square feet on the building's second floor.
The building, originally a ship-engine repair facility, has been transformed into a trendy commercial space by developers LIVWRK and FM Capital, with David Brecher at the helm. Other tenants in the building include the Brooklyn Flea and popular restaurant Hometown Bar-B-Que.
"We always envisioned this building as a hub for unique and exciting businesses, and Velto Pickleball Club is a perfect fit," said FM Capital founder David Brecher. "Their growth and success is a testament to the appeal of Red Hook as a destination for businesses and residents alike."
The addition of Velto Pickleball Club to the building's tenant roster has caused some controversy, with some residents questioning the appropriateness of a pickleball club in a former industrial space. However, the developers and tenants remain unfazed by the criticism.
"We're excited to bring the pickleball craze to Red Hook and be a part of this thriving community," said Velto Pickleball Club co-founder Jane Smith. "We saw a unique opportunity to bring this popular sport to a new neighborhood and we couldn't pass it up."
As Red Hook continues to evolve and attract new businesses, the arrival of Velto Pickleball Club is just another sign of the neighborhood's growth and