Client Success Story: PSW Group

Published September 18, 2025

PSW Group, a leading recycler and producer of magnesium and aluminum, turned to Bradford Allen on back-to-back leases after recognizing the need to rethink their office strategy when the company doubled in size. Bradford Allen’s Nathan Meisner assisted in moving the firm from the world of co-working to an office space all their own—and when they continued to grow, Nathan was ready to facilitate. An extension and expansion lease was signed, and PSW successfully secured better terms and more space on another floor of the building they occupied.

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Client Success Story: Quill

Published February 26, 2025

When Quill, a leading office supply company, sought to create a collaborative workspace that fostered employee engagement, they chose Tri State Lincolnshire for their new office. With an accelerated timeline requiring completion in just five months, Bradford Allen, as the owner, worked closely with Quill and their partners to deliver a thoughtfully designed 58,000-square-foot workspace that supports Quill’s evolving culture and return-to-office (RTO) strategy.

Watch the video to hear Mark E. Roszkowski, President at Quill, discuss his successful partnership with Bradford Allen.

 

Client Success Story: Northwestern Mutual

Published January 28, 2025

Facing an expiring lease and a need for a refreshed office space, Northwestern Mutual partnered with Bradford Allen to explore relocation options. After an extensive market search, it became clear that the best solution was to expand within their existing building. Led by Ben Azulay, the Bradford Allen team negotiated favorable lease terms to expand and relocate to another floor, helping Northwestern Mutual achieve a modern, collaborative office that supports future growth and impresses clients.

Watch the video to hear Jeff Sons, wealth management advisor at Northwestern Mutual, discuss his successful partnership with the Bradford Allen’s Tenant Representation practice.

 

Building the Future

Published November 25, 2024

Insights from Andy Gush and Chicago Build 2024

As top subject matter experts, Bradford Allen leaders are regularly asked to contribute to the industry conversations shaping the future of commercial real estate. Andy Gush, Vice President, Development, recently participated in the “High-Rise Development in the Midwest: Past, Present, Future” panel at Chicago Build 2024. Industry experts, including George Phillips Sorich of NORR, Jason Wilen of Klein & Hoffman, and John Peronto of Thornton Tomasetti, joined him in conversation.

Andy Gush, Bradford Allen’s Vice President, Development, discussed future developments in the Midwest at Chicago Build 2024, highlighting Arlington Med, our innovative redevelopment of the former Daily Herald building into a state-of-the-art medical office facility.
Photo by Guillermo Pizano Nuñez & Bradford Allen.

The panel provided a comprehensive overview of the evolving landscape of high-rise development in the Midwest, focusing in on economic trends, the increasing emphasis on sustainable building practices, and the necessity for adaptive reuse of the built environment. Reuse strategies are the most effective means of managing our carbon footprint, and recycling structure is a requisite step on the path to a climate-friendly future.

Among the pipeline projects discussed in the panel was Arlington Med, part of the first phase of Bradford Allen’s master-planned redevelopment of the south gateway to Arlington Heights, Illinois. The project includes a gut-rehabilitation of the 150,000-square-foot former Daily Herald building to a state-of-the-art medical office facility. As Gush noted in the panel, Arlington Med addresses the need for custom tenant solutions in the healthcare space, prioritizing the patient experience in all aspects of the buildout.

Panelists shared further insight into the challenges developers face, such as navigating complex zoning regulations and securing financing for ambitious projects. They also explored the importance of collaboration among architects, engineers, and developers to create spaces that meet the evolving needs of communities.

Our developments reflect our steadfast approach to building spaces that address market demands while being mindful of the communities they serve. For more information on Arlington Med and to read about our continuing commitment the Village of Arlington Heights, visit www.arlingtonmed.com.

 

Client Success Story: SB Friedman

Published September 11, 2024

SB Friedman was looking to relocate their office, needing a space that could be fully customized to meet their unique needs. Bradford Allen guided them through an extensive search, ultimately delivering a tailored solution that perfectly aligned with their vision. Managing Director Justin Kessler and the tenant rep team ensured a seamless transition, from selecting the space to moving into a custom buildout.

Watch the video to hear Ryan Hagerty, partner at SB Friedman, discuss his successful partnership with the Bradford Allen’s Tenant Representation practice.

 

CRE Pulse 009: Chicago’s Resilient Suburban Office Market

Published May 16, 2024

Chicago’s suburban office market is undergoing a period of intense transformation. But are the headlines about its unending struggles justified? Our latest report challenges the prevailing narrative, revealing a market filled with opportunities. Dive deeper to uncover insights that redefine the competitive landscape—insights the headlines have overlooked.

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Law Firms Post-Pandemic

Published September 26, 2023

In the wake of the pandemic, firms are reconsidering the efficacy of long-term remote work models. Reports suggest an undeniable tilt toward a larger return-to-office (RTO) strategy backed by compelling metrics — including increased revenue. With Fortune 500 companies leading the charge, the office environment is poised to reclaim its pivotal role in how business is transacted. Our latest post dives into these evolving dynamics to better understand how the shift is affecting the legal sector and how law firms are responding.

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CRE Office Pulse 008: Tracking Chicagoland’s Return to the Office

Published June 8, 2023

While hybrid and remote work are here to stay, the benefits of in-person collaboration are compelling. Both employers and employees increasingly see the value of returning to the office, and tracking these trends reveals important insights, like the relative success of the suburban office markets. Still, for Chicago’s CBD, the long-term fundamentals remain strong and are moving in the right direction.

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CRE Office Pulse 007: Chicago Remains a Top Prospect

Published November 21, 2022

For corporate headquarters decisions, Chicago ranks well among its competitors, and the reasons companies chose the city prior to the pandemic have remained relatively unchanged. The diverse talent pool, favorable location, extensive transit options and relatively less expensive cost-of-living creates an ideal situation for employers and employees. Even though the pandemic created a structural shift in the office market, companies continue to reaffirm their commitment to city, helping the long-term stability of Chicago’s CBD.

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Client Success Story: Lindsay, Pickett & Postel, LLC

Published September 29, 2022

Lindsay, Pickett & Postel, LLC (LPP) was occupying two separate offices in the same building and wanted to consolidate to a single, high-class, high-rise space with east-facing views and abundant natural light. Bradford Allen identified suitable options, negotiated hard for client-friendly terms, and provided a solution for the client to sublease its existing spaces.

Watch the video to hear Managing Partner Christopher J. Pickett discuss working with the Azulay Team at Bradford Allen’s Tenant Representation Practice.

 

CRE Office Pulse 006: Chicago Office Supply Growth Screeches to a Halt

Published July 28, 2022

In Chicago’s CBD, new office construction has come to a screeching halt, only a couple years after hitting record highs. And even as the effects of the pandemic dissipate, new development continues slowing. What’s behind this deceleration in supply growth? We identify four primary factors weighing on the office construction market and discuss long-run implications for the CBD.

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CRE Office Pulse 005: Leaders & Laggards in the Pandemic

Published December 14, 2021

In our previous Office Pulse, we challenged the conventional view that the suburban Chicago office market was suffering from record-high vacancy rates brought on by the pandemic. In this follow-up, we set out to examine Chicago’s central business district (CBD) office market using a similar methodology to understand how the pandemic affected longer-term occupancy trends downtown. Chicago tenants are at a crossroads, and the data clearly reveal how Covid-19 caused a new disruption in the CBD.

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CRE Office Pulse 004: Chicago’s Suburban Office Market — More Competitive Than You Think

Published September 30, 2021

Suburban Chicago’s office vacancy rates may seem historically high, but the headline numbers overlook key details about the marketplace. Large, low-quality properties are having an outsized effect on the averages. Removing these “zombies” from the data shows the market is more competitive than you think.

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CRE Office Pulse 003: “Seize the Day, Seize the Deal”

Published July 8, 2021

The pandemic is not over, but with vaccination rates rising and public health mitigations easing, office market activity is picking up. Now may be the right time for landlords and tenants to act.

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CRE Office Pulse 002: “Then & Now The Lingering Side Effects of COVID-19”

Published March 18, 2021

One year into the pandemic we sat down with four senior brokers to reflect on the suburban and downtown office markets from the landlord and tenant representative perspectives.

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CRE Office Pulse 001: “Home from Work is Not Working from Home”

Published November 22, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic caused a global recession and is affecting the office market landscape in fundamental ways. In this CRE Office Pulse, we explore the implications for Chicago’s landlords and tenants.

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VIDEO — BA InFocus 001: “On Cold Storage”

Published October 7, 2020

In our debut episode of In Focus, Rhea Stephen and Ronan Remandaban are joined by Amit Hasak, CEO of Transship, to talk cold storage. From refrigerators to shipping cargo containers, cold storage is an integral part of the food supply chain, especially with the global consumption of frozen foods. However, as our speakers discuss, there is a deficit in available cold storage space, both locally and nationally, and not all industrial or warehouse space can be converted to cold storage space. Listen as they talk pros and cons.