With its unmistakable presence on the banks of the Chicago River in downtown Chicago, The Merchandise Mart is interwoven into the fabric of ChicagoÍs history and its role as a leading innovator in culture, art, business, fashion, media and more. The Merchandise Mart is the worldÍs largest commercial building, wholesale design center and one of ChicagoÍs premier international business locations. Encompassing 4.2 million gross square feet, The Mart spans two city blocks and rises 25 stories. The epicenter for high design and luxury goods, The Merchandise Mart welcomes 38,500 people each business day and nearly 10 million people each year. Visitors frequent The MartÍs retail shops and restaurants, LuxeHome¬ kitchen and bath boutiques, floors of permanent showrooms for home, outdoor and commercial furnishings, 15 major trade and consumer shows as well as dozens of meetings and special events. In addition, The Mart has become one of the most sought after office locations for internet, advertising, technology, healthcare, media and educational companies.