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Tuesday, April 24, 2007

Harwood International Announces Next Major Tenant of Saint Ann Court
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

APRIL 24, 2007

HARWOOD INTERNATIONAL ANNOUNCES

NEXT MAJOR TENANT OF SAINT ANN COURT

McGuire, Craddock & Strother, P.C signs lease for approximately 18,000 square feet

DALLAS – Dallas-based developer, Harwood International, today announced McGuire, Craddock & Strother, P.C. as the next elite tenant to move to the anticipated, Class AA luxury office building, Saint Ann Court. The sixth addition to Harwood International Center, already features the Rolex, Jones Day, 2828 Harwood, Azure, and Centex buildings. Current tenants include holds Aldus Equity, Erasmus Advisors and Harwood International as tenants.

“Saint Ann Court at Harwood was the best option for McGuire, Craddock & Strother. It has superior views of Dallas’ Central Business District and the evolving Uptown area,” said Tom Whelan, shareholder of McGuire, Craddock & Strother, P.C. “The location and visitor parking will be more convenient for our clients. We also believe that Saint Ann's on-site amenities, architecture and the close walking distances to The Ritz-Carlton, The Crescent, Harwood International Center, the Victory Park restaurants and the American Airlines Center will help the firm attract and retain talented attorneys and staff as we grow.”

McGuire, Craddock & Strother’s lease represents almost an entire floor. In addition to the 360 degree views, The law firm will benefit from Harwood International’s signature amenities including, 24-hour security, floor-to-ceiling windows, in-building parking and Marie-Gabrielle’s restaurant and manicured gardens.

“We are close to surpassing 75,000 square feet of office space already spoken for prior to breaking ground. I believe this further highlights Saint Ann Court as the primary location for businesses looking for a more enhanced position in the financial district seeking to attract new clients and flourish in their industry,” said Harwood International CEO, Gabriel Barbier-Mueller.

“Saint Ann Court will provide an outstanding work environment and superior amenities for MCS,” said Ed Nash of McLeod Zei, principal broker for MCS.

“Clearly, there were many factors to consider, but for our client, the efficient use of space and the opportunity to be well positioned in the city landscape were key,” added Bill Zei, of McLeod Zei.

Unique attractions for MCS, and other Saint Ann Court tenants, will include:
- Class AA, 27-story building of 320,000 square feet of luxury office space,
- Four penthouse levels fashioned with private European gardens and terraces with fireplaces,
- “Samurai” lobby espresso bar, featuring many 18^th century armor suits and helmets, as well as, art from the world-renowned Barbier-Mueller art collections,
- Offer exclusive and general valet parking for tenants and guests,
- Private health club overlooking the radiant European gardens,
- Notable restaurant, Marie Gabrielle, will provide fine dining and “in-office room service”,
- Offers a cosmopolitan “Walk to Life” culture with recreation, dining and art districts all within a short distance from the lobby door.
Construction of Saint Ann Court will be completed in early 2009. This distinctively designed building will be constructed between the Ritz-Carlton and Victory projects. Taking approximately 20 months to construct, Saint Ann Court will be the tallest office structure in Uptown Dallas at 350 feet.

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About McGuire, Craddock & Strother, P.C.

McGuire, Craddock & Strother, P.C. was founded in 1993 by the senior partners of some of the largest law firms in Dallas in order to provide the same level of sophisticated representation, but in a more personal manner, without the bureaucracies and inefficiencies of large law firms. Today, the firm continues to provide the highest level of legal service in a creative, efficient and cost-effective manner. Our approach to the practice of law has led to many long-term client and personal relationships. Most of our new business comes from repeat business and referrals from our existing clients.

About Harwood International

Founded in 1988 in Dallas by Swiss-born J. Gabriel Barbier-Mueller, Harwood International is renowned nationwide for industry-leading work in environments of name-brand architecture, exacting finishes and carries a focus on energy efficiency and green space. The company has received numerous design and community awards for its significant projects around the world and was recognized by the EPA for being above all else in creating the most energy efficient building in the nation. Additionally, the developer has been heralded by architecture and development critics nationally for its 17 city-block, masterplanned development, Harwood International Center, which include Rolex, Jones Day, Centex, 2828 Harwood and AZURE all in the Harwood District in the heart of Uptown Dallas. Harwood International’s success spans the country with equity in more than 30 properties and $500 million of new development.

Harwood International Announces Next Major Tenant of Saint Ann Court

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