CHICAGO, IL (November 7^th, 2014) - Recognizing the industry's best of the best in transaction and development, the Commercial Real Estate Development Association (NAIOP), has chosen Bond Companies' project, The Maxwell, as a finalist for Retail or Mixed-Use Development Award at this years NAIOP Chicago Awards for Excellence.

The recently completed urban retail project, The Maxwell, is located at the southwest corner of Canal and Taylor streets, the epicenter of Chicago's South Loop. This 240,000 SF development, anchored by Nordstrom Rack, TJ Maxx, Burlington, Pier 1 Imports and Chicago's first Dick's Sporting Goods, is recognized for its' unique design and functionality, economic success and overall accomplishments.

Providing a dynamic visual backdrop, The Maxwell's exterior is a made up of Manganese Ironspot Brick. Its charcoal façade is accented by the dramatic colors emerging from the perpendicular tenant signs, which are certain to catch any passing eye. Designed to break up the building's mass, large, white stucco boxes protrude from and above the dark-colored brick and illuminate at night to enhance The Maxwell's street presence.

Delighted to be chosen as one of five finalists in its' category, Bond Companies has achieved this recognition through the extensive collaboration of work with Gensler architects and general contractor, Power Construction Company, to successfully construct The Maxwell's architecturally distinctive design.

The winners of NAIOP's 27th annual Awards For Excellence will be presented on Wednesday, November 19th, 2014 at Navy Pier in Chicago, IL. Visit NAIOP for additional information on the 2014 NAIOP Chicago Awards for Excellence and see how your vote can make a difference.

About Bond Companies
Founded in 1987, Bond Companies is a full-service real estate development and investment firm with offices in the major metropolitan areas of Los Angeles and Chicago. Our true passion is making a difference in the communities we serve by uplifting areas with responsible building practices that reduce environmental impact and create substantial returns for our investors. Through the acquisition, financing, and sustainable development of unique real estate opportunities across the nation, we successfully cultivate prosperous communities, where today's residents can blossom and tomorrow's generations will flourish