Merchandise Mart Photo by Doug Fogelson Who constructed it? Where is it located? When was it built? What kind of style is it?   Show me a map!                 Who constructed it? The Merchandise Mart was constructed by the architectural firm of Graham, Anderson, Probst and White. Return to Top       Where is it located? The Merchandise Mart is located on the north bank of the Chicago River between Wells, Orleans, and Franklin streets. Return to Top       When was it built? The Merchandise Mart was built in 1931 to replace a wholesale store for Marshall Field's and Co. At that point in time, the Merchandise Mart was the biggest building in the world in floor area (4 million square feet!). Return to Top       What kind of style is it? The Merchandise Mart has the Art Deco style. Return to Top  BUILDINGS | ARCHITECTS | BASICS | GAMES | LINKS | BIBLIOGRAPHY | ABOUT US | EMAIL | HOME