VERNON HILLS, ILLINOIS. Transforming the Retail Experience

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2 VERNON HILLS, ILLINOIS Transforming the Retail Experience

3 LAKE COUNTY, IL LAKE COUNTY, IL Population: 710,472 Households: 244,291 AHHI: $110, LIBERTYVILLE 83 MELLODY FARM College Educated: 67.8% 176 LAKE BLUFF 60 LAKE FOREST LONG GROVE BANNOCKBURN HIGHLAND PARK LINCOLNSHIRE 21 DEERFIELD AN AFFLUENT REGION WITH A NEED FOR AN EXTRAORDINARY EXPERIENCE LAKE MICHIGAN Mellody Farm s immediate trade area of 5 miles has 125,000 people earning an average of $140,000. Lake County has long been one of the most prosperous counties in the nation, but until now has not had a convenient, upscale, open-air, regionally located shopping and dining destination. Mellody Farm is poised to fill that void as it melds high-end aesthetics, thoughtful planning, and first-class retail and dining options together in one cohesive vision. O HARE DOWNTOWN CHICAGO Under Construction Delivery Early 2018 Opening Fall 2018

4 PREEMINENT LOCATION The project is positioned two miles west of I-94, at the corner of Milwaukee Avenue & Townline Road. With over 80,000 average daily traffic counts, this strategically located intersection has the largest number of vehicles per day in the country. Lake County is the home of 11 Fortune 500 global headquarters. The 270,000 SF retail center will join over 3M SF of existing retail in the market and will be accessible via three dedicated traffic signals and two additional right-in, right-out entrances. HAW TH O R N MALL NEW M I LWAU K E E AVE 33.1k ADT CONWAY PARK AT LAKE FOREST (2M+ SF) MELLODY FARM MELLODY FARM TOWN LI N E R D 2 M iles TOWN LI N E R D 45. 5k ADT OVER 5.5M SF OF OFFICE Co nway Fa rm s G ol f Cl u b M I LWAU K E E AVE I NTE RSTATE k ADT DES PLAINES RIVER TRAIL ACCESS & PARKING

5 CREATING A DESTINATION We are not building a traditional suburban shopping center. Quite the opposite, actually. It s about creating a sense of place, a destination that draws people into an experience. Mellody Farm will be anchored by Whole Foods Market, and many nationally and regionally recognized specialty shops. Rooted in heritage and built for today s customer, the project will provide 270,000 SF of retail and 260 executive apartments to the diverse and burgeoning population of Vernon Hills, IL and surrounding Lake County. You ll be in good company with renowned brands, but more than that, you ll be amidst a groundbreaking concept that transforms the way we experience shopping and dining in an open-air, upscale environment. Lake County s average household income is ranked in the top 2% of every county in the United States. Direct Pedestrian Access to the Des Plaines River Trail 260 EXECUTIVE APARTMENTS ALL ANCHOR TENANT LEASES HAVE BEEN EXECUTED

6 URBAN ENERGY IN THE SUBURBS Urban sensibility, modern finishes, and prestigious shopping options all designed for the affluent, discerning Lake County customer. The architecture and placemaking of Mellody Farm is transformative. Setting The Scene Brick façades, wood paneling, weathered stone, new uses for metal fixtures, and elegant glass towers are just a few of the unique materials used to create a place to gather, shop, and connect. The Connection Twenty-foot wide walkways interspersed with experiential moments across the shopping center. Direct access to the Des Plaines River Trail is provided via a new at-grade, multi-model path. Public Art Large art displays will be commissioned throughout Mellody Farm. Gravity A collection of 15 different buildings whose authentic designs produce an instant community and relatable feeling.

7 ADAM FORET Senior Leasing Agent MATT HENDY VP Market Officer For over 50 years, Regency has owned, operated & developed dominant retail centers that are exceptionally merchandised and maintained. Our legacy of success is evidenced by more than 300 thriving centers, 19 regional offices and properties in most major U.S. markets. Retailers seek out Regency first, because of the expertise and integrity our people bring to every interaction. As a retail leader, we re committed to creating not just shopping centers, but community centers: thriving neighborhood gathering places that continue to attract consumers, year after successful year. How? Simple. We focus on Merchandising in order to find the right mix of the best operators and unique retailers to increase consumer interest. We considerately incorporate Placemaking to create a more inviting environment to increase dwell time, shopper experience, and attract new shoppers to the location. Finally, we make sure we are Connecting the centers with our communities by utilizing technology, sustainability, and targeted consumer engagement. BRENDAN REEDY Senior Director, Retail Services brendan.reedy@cushwake.com

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