Merchandise Mart Says Leasing Activity Up

Chicago, IL, May 29, 2012 -- Merchandise Mart Properties said it is on pace for a record-breaking year for leasing activity with its contract furnishings permanent showrooms.

The group said that year to date it has signed 29 new, expansion, and renewal leases totaling 119,021 square feet of permanent showroom space during calendar year 2012, nearly tripling the leasing activity for a typical year.

Eight existing tenants, including Shaw Contract Group, have significantly expanded their showroom space, Merchandise Mart said.

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