Take Me With You is a retail concept that blends art, design, and hospitality into a single, immersive experience. Located in Downtown Brooklyn, the shop is deeply connected to its neighborhood. The area’s unique blend of longtime Brooklynites and newcomers makes for an engaged community that values authenticity and craftsmanship. Its central location makes it accessible to visitors from across the city, while still maintaining the distinctive Brooklyn character that sets it apart.
Casey Burry’s path to entrepreneurship was shaped by a desire for connection. After college, Casey worked in academia and higher education, including a program in Colombia where she collaborated with local artisans. That experience left a lasting impression and influenced the direction of her career.
Casey Burry (photo: Will Hughes)
Casey went on to work with art institutes, experimental galleries, corporate collections, and historical design spaces. Over time, she noticed a growing disconnect between institutions and the artists themselves.
“The higher I climbed, the less connected I felt to the artists.”
That realization led her to create Take Me With You, a retail concept that blends art, design, and hospitality into a single, immersive experience.
The business began as a series of pop-ups before finding a permanent home at 63 Bond Street in Downtown Brooklyn, as part of Ace Hotel Brooklyn’s retail component. The store focuses on handmade goods, fine art, and functional pieces, with a strong emphasis on women makers and independent artists.
Casey’s approach to curation is both intentional and intuitive. Some pieces come through deep research and long-term relationships, while others are discovered unexpectedly, like finding a ceramic bottle stopper through an online search or collaborating with herbalists to create a custom tea line.
Recent highlights include partnerships with artists and makers whose work reflects a range of cultural influences, including artisans from Mexico and local Brooklyn creatives. Each item in the store carries a story, connecting the buyer to the maker in a meaningful way.
Take Me With You is not just a place to shop. It is a space to experience. Visitors can explore themed collections, attend workshops, and engage with curated exhibitions that change over time. The store also offers custom gift boxes for individuals and corporate clients, further extending its reach.
Casey describes her approach as process-based, experiential, and relationship-driven. Her goal is to create an environment where people can slow down, discover something new, and feel connected to the objects they bring into their lives.
Travel, craft, and emotional resonance continue to shape her vision. Whether highlighting Brooklyn-based or international artists, she is focused on building a space where creativity and storytelling are at the forefront.
Looking ahead, Casey plans to expand in-house collaborations, host more thematic exhibitions, and continue elevating both local and global artisans.
