Renovations well underway at the Merchandise Mart

Bob caught a show at the Merchandise Mart in River North over the weekend.  A series of renovations are under way.  The Merchandise Mart is one of those staple Chicago institutions ever changing to meet the needs of retailers, customers and visitors.

Don't worry, food's over here!

One of a Kind Show and Sale at Merchandise Mart this week!

Check out the artisan goods at Merchandise Mart this week. Photo Bob DePalma, Broker, Kale Realty

Christmas and the Holidays means many annual shows and events.  One of Bob's favorites is this week.  One of a Kind Show and Sale at the Merchandise Mart 222 W Merchandise Mart Plaza, Chicago, IL 60654 runs Thursday December 4th through Sunday December 7th this week.

Additionally, while you're at the Mart, check out all the home improvement and design stores on floors 1 and 2...open to the public.  We see good deals this time of year.

Deals, Designer Consultations and Cocktails at the Mart Furniture Sample Sale September 6-8p

Great designer sale event coming up at the Merchandise Mart this week. Photo Bob DePalma

Our friends at Sophia + Co sent us this great overview of a designer sample sale happening this week at the Merchandise Mart.  Bob and I are heading over Friday.

SHOP THE ANNUAL FALL DESIGN CENTER SAMPLE SALE

SEPTEMBER 6 – 8, 2013

Browse Hundreds of Home Furnishings at up to 75% Off in the

Posh New Design Center at The Merchandise Mart

WHAT:                       Fall decorating season has returned. Get a head start on updating your home at the Design Center’s annual Sample Sale, which opens its doors to the public. Find beautiful pieces from the top names in furniture, outdoor, area rugs, fabrics, accessories, lighting and much more—at savings up to 75% off.

WHO:                          The Design Center at The Merchandise Mart recently completed its renovation, which now features a more concentrated, easily navigable showcase of the TOP brands in interior design and outdoor furnishings on four floors. Shop floors 6 and 14 for home furnishings and floors 15 and 16 for outdoor furniture. Participating showrooms will be announced soon.

           

WHEN:                       Friday, September 6 | 9am-5pm
Saturday, September 7 | 10am-3pm
Sunday, September 8 | 10am-3pm

WHERE:                     The Design Center at the Merchandise Mart

                        222 Merchandise Mart Plaza

                        Participating Showrooms on Floors 6, 14, 15, and 16

EXTRAS:                   LOUNGE 1447 is a new amenity center on the 14^th floor with meeting rooms, lounge seating and a full-service café.  Rest, eat, relax, and recharge during the Sale.  Open during Sale hours.  Visit LOUNGE 1447 and make an appointment with a Designer On Call and let them help you shop the Sale. Need to ship your purchases home, no worries, we’ll have onsite shipping services too.

ADMISSION:             Free

Click here to see participants and register!

Photos courtesy Sophia + Co

 

Canstruction at the Merchandise Mart fights hunger, Chicago is a big winner

Bob keeps up on high-end home products on frequent visits to the Merchandise Mart. He also gets the scoop on the many art shows, events and charities that come through this iconic retail mecca.

Here's a few photos he took of Canstruction now on display at The Mart. This is a unique competition that raises food and cash donations to fight hunger.  Chicago raised the third most pounds of food and was first in meals created in North America (cash and food combined)!