Chicago Rooftop – Page 2 – Building The Godfrey

Unique IO Urban Roofscape Events

During the first six weeks at The Godfrey Hotel Chicago, we’ve hosted some amazing IO Urban Roofscape events – all extremely unique in tone. From styling details to room setup, we can accommodate any party or event request.

Kehoe Designs hosted a beautiful birthday party in the Truss Room, with lots of pink notes and an overall theme of love.

Birthday part setup in the Truss Room for Kehoe Designs.

We converted our space into a press room for The Godfrey Hotel Chicago’s official ribbon cutting ceremony with Mayor Rahm Emanuel, with a beautiful lunch setup complete with orange floral centerpieces at IO Urban Roofscape.

IO Urban Roofscape set up for a press conference with Mayor Rahm Emanuel.

Sophisticated table settings greet Mayor Emanuel and attendees of the ribbon cutting ceremony for The Godfrey Hotel Chicago.

Akira Chicago hosted a fashion show and party, and we delivered a comfortable viewing space for guests to take in all the new trends.

IO Urban Roofscape even accommodates a runway for an Akira Chicago evening party and fashion show. — IO Urban Roofscape even accommodates a runway for an Akira Chicago evening fashion show.

Finally, Choose Chicago joined us for one of our first lunch events and we were able to show off our rooftop lounge during the bright, sunny daytime hours. Our red and white floral table designs completed the look.

Choose Chicago dined with IO Urban Roofscape for one of our first lunch parties.

We can customize your table settings for any season or occasion.

With spring approaching, now is a great time to book your next meeting, party, lunch, dinner or fundraiser with The Godfrey Hotel Chicago and IO Urban Roofscape! Our retractable roof will open as the temperatures rise – you won’t believe our truly amazing view of the magnificent Chicago skyline. Click here for more information on special events.

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 – I|O Urban Roofscape

It’s #ThrowbackThursday and we’re celebrating the beautiful rooftop dining experience at I|O Urban Roofscape! The photo below was taken on June 26, 2013 during construction at The Godfrey Hotel Chicago.

I|O Urban Roofscape during construction on June 26, 2013.

Flash forward to today and we’re now open!

I|O Urban Roofscape with the retractable roof closed - perfect for any-weather parties! — I|O Urban Roofscape with the retractable roof closed – perfect for any-weather parties!

Outdoor event seating at I|O Urban Roofscape.

The retractable roof opens for beautiful weather!

Party Time at I|O Urban Roofscape

I|O Urban Roofscape is the place to be now that The Godfrey Hotel has opened! We have had several organizations host parties, lunches and other events in the rooftop space so far. On Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2013, Stimulus Social Club hosted a Mercy for Animals benefit, which was also the first official event at I|O.

Stimulus Social Club event for Mercy for Animals on Feb. 5, 2014.

Guests enjoyed cocktails like the G & T Proper (left) and the Chef's Mojito (right). — Guests enjoyed cocktails like the G & T Proper (left) and the Chef’s Mojito (right).

Today, we welcomed ChooseChicago for lunch on a beautiful sunny day. We look forward to seeing you at your next event!

ChooseChicago hosted a lunch today at I|O Urban Roofscape.

The rooftop view of the Chicago skyline was beautiful. The perfect setting for a meeting that's both productive and social! — The rooftop view of the Chicago skyline was beautiful. The perfect setting for a meeting that’s both productive and social!

New Flooring at I|O Urban Roofscape

Here are a couple of photos of I|O Urban Roofscape’s new wood floor made of IPE decking. This flooring will cover the entire outside of the building on the 4th floor. In the second photo, notice the special construction under the deck for flooring support, which allows for all-weather seasons and also levels the deck. Functional and looks great!