Design – Page 2 – Building The Godfrey

Retractable Roof Education by Libart

Installing a retractable roof system like the one at IO Urban Roofscape takes much planning and preparation. Libart North America’s recent blog post explains how architects took a special retractable roof course with Libart Project Manager Jeff Manger prior to construction of The Godfrey Hotel Chicago.

Libart Project Manager Jeff Manger taught architects about retractable roof systems. (libartusa.com)

IO Urban Roofscape encompasses approximately 15,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor space, with 10,000 square feet of lounge and event space – named for its captivating Indoor/Outdoor ambiance. Get started at the indoor bar with plush banquettes and a VIP area. Breeze through the sliding glass wall and you’ll find yourself sipping drinks at the outdoor bar during the day, after work, at night or on weekends in front of the commanding views of Chicago.

Indoor/outdoor paradise with our retractable roof system.

Experience IO Urban Roofscape, where you can enjoy the day and dress the night. Follow on Twitter and Instagram at @iogodfrey, or plan your next event. You can even see some of the various daytime or evening events we have hosted in the past by clicking here.

I|O Urban Roofscape Time Lapse – #NowOpen

If you missed the release of I|O Urban Roofscape’s awesome time lapse video this weekend, you can watch it here. The video captures the entire construction process for the nightlife hot spot, showing the installation of the retractable roof. We’ve also been snapping some awesome photos of guests having a blast at I|O Urban Roofscape since we opened – you can see them in the video, too. Come see us soon and make sure to tag photos of you and your friends with @iogodfrey on Twitter and Instagram, or visit us on Facebook.

I|O Urban Roofscape is Chicago’s largest indoor-outdoor rooftop lounge and is open year-round. We offer unobstructed skyline views, a gourmet bar menu, innovative mixology cocktails and more. To learn more, please visit www.iogodfrey.com. Curious about the menus? Our food and drink offerings are available here.

#TBT – King Guest Room

Do you remember what The Godfrey Hotel Chicago’s guest rooms used to look like? We certainly do. Following is a #TBT photo from last September, before all the luxurious amenities and furnishings were installed.

Before all of our luxury furnishings were installed! — Before all of our luxury furnishings were added.

But look how far we’ve come… Today’s #TBT post compares the before and after photos of our king guest rooms.

Now completed, our king guest room is inviting with its comfortable, high-quality linens and everything you could need during your stay.

Need to work? We hope you don't. But if that is the case, we offer a fully equipped workspace. — Need to work? We hope you don’t. But if that is the case, we offer a fully equipped workspace.

We have 221 stylish and contemporary rooms: 182 graciously-sized rooms, 12 Executive King Rooms and 27 One-Bedroom Suites. Extra amenities are key to luxurious travel and our rooms offer complimentary Wi-Fi, luxurious linens, a wet bar, iHome docking station, extra seating and more. As you can see from the photo above, the rooms are equipped with large work stations as well, including an ergonomic chair. When working on the road, it’s important to have both comfort and efficiency. To see more details on our rooms, please visit our website.

Make a reservation today and come see the guest rooms for yourself. We’re #NowOpen and we’d love to have you.

The Godfrey Hotel Chicago Fitness Room

Traveling can make challenging to stick with your fitness routines, but The Godfrey Hotel Chicago is here to help.

Take a look at the new photos of our gorgeous 24-hour fitness room, complete with the latest equipment, free weights and more. Plus, the extra space in our fitness room allows for exercise enthusiasts to stretch out before or after they’re finished exercising. Guests can reach their health and wellness goals while having a great time when traveling for business or pleasure. With the abundant food options in Chicago (deep dish pizza, anyone?), this is the perfect way to maintain a balance on the road.

Our brand new treadmills, ellipticals, and exercise bikes will help you work up a sweat.

Another view of the fitness room at The Godfrey Hotel Chicago. Television screens allow you to catch up on news and other programs while you work out.

Let us know how you’re staying in shape this 2014. Tweet us at @GodfreyHotel or share your photo on Instagram at @godfreyhotelchicago.

A Look Inside The Godfrey Hotel

With The Godfrey Hotel Chicago now open, we wanted to share with you some updated photos from the guest rooms! No matter the type of room you book with us, you’ll always find a place to relax, and a place to work (if you need it). Look forward to luxurious towels and spa products in the bathrooms, too.