Admission Policies

Enjoy all the comforts of home while you are here, from cozy new seating in the South Lobby to the Library, which trade professionals will find on the 15th floor at Market Square. Whether you are a design professional, retailer, consumer or simply have the pleasure of working in this building, there are many reasons to visit The Mart:

• Shop the design center with your interior designer
• Brainstorm for a new office environment
• Search for the perfect lamp to sell in your boutique
• Browse the luxury kitchen and bath products at LuxeHome boutiques
• Take a quick break in The Mart Food Court
• Enjoy a great meal or drinks at bluprint restaurant
• Attend one of our numerous trade shows or consumer events

1st and 2nd Floors
Beyond the art deco splendor of The Mart lobby, the public is welcome to explore the 1st and 2nd floors of The Mart, including 30 LuxeHome® Boutiques, featuring the world’s largest collection of resources for home building and renovation, and a variety of specialty stores and restaurants at The Shops At The Mart™.

Showroom Floors
The Merchandise Mart Design Center™ showroom floors can be accessed by interior designers, architects, wholesale buyers and escorted visitors.  Floors 3, 10 and 11 are devoted to contract furnishings showrooms.  Residential and casual furnishings showrooms are located on 6, 16, 17 and 18.  Gifts and home accessories wholesale showrooms are located on floors 12, 13, 14 and 15. Consumers are allowed access to these floors if accompanied by a designer. To find a designer, click here.

Special Events
Access to the Market Suites on the 7th and 8th floors is restricted to exhibitors, registered trade professionals and/or ticket holders at all times.  During trade shows, professionals are asked to present their credentials at Registration, located on the 1st floor in the North Lobby.  During consumer events, tickets may be purchased online in advance or onsite on the 1st floor.