Godfrey Hotel – Page 13 – Building The Godfrey

Hotel Double-Down – An Inside Look with our Developer

Crain’s Chicago takes an in-depth look with our developer: CEO and Founder of Oxford Capital John Rutledge. John shares his development plans, why our rooftop bar (I|O Urban Roofscape) is a must and why the market can handle more hotels. John provides a tour of both our hotel (great sneak peek!) and another project at 360 N. Michigan Avenue.

He also talks about his other hotel projects, including Hotel Felix, Hotel Cass, The Langham Chicago and the upcoming hotel at 360 N. Michigan. Take a look at the video:

http://bcove.me/xivc6q0l

Plus, we love sharing a few behind-the-scenes photos from the video shoot. Thanks again for the interview, Crain’s!

Above: John is interviewed on the rooftop of the Godfrey Hotel’s space, I|O Urban Roofscape.

Soundproof, Check!

We just love every little detail that goes into the planning of a hotel – one no less important than the next. Today we’re happy to share the latest update from our #SiteVisit – the soundproofing on the fourth floor.

Why? Well we’re glad you asked. Once we’re open, the fourth floor will be the happening home to I|O Urban Roofscape. This swanky spot is a captivating escape for guests and Chicagoans and we certainly will be mindful of any noise.

To accommodate that, we are installing acoustical suspensions in the wall that will act as an effective sound buffer. The springs actually absorb additional sound.

The high tech suspension system will decrease and remove any noise or music, leaving the floor above quite peaceful.

More Marble – More Shiny, Glorious Marble

Our lobby is bound to be a showstopper, if we do say so ourselves. We previously blogged about the marble installation in this post. Today, during a #SiteVisit, we saw the new additions and more marble.

The floors are nearly complete, along with the lobby’s check in desk.

Take a look at the photos below:

Check In Here

Welcome! We’re pleased to share an update on our lobby – where you’ll check in and we’ll welcome you. Many argue the hotel lobby is the most important space in a hotel. We understand that thinking – it’s our first impression and last impression. Plus, it is a common meeting and gathering place. So needless to say, we get it. And to no surprise, we’re sparing nothing on our lobby.

We look forward to greeting you in the lobby in February 2014!

Here’s a couple shots of our lobby, underway:

#SiteVisit - Lobby under construction — #SiteVisit – Lobby under construction

Working hard on the Godfrey's lobby — Working hard on the Godfrey’s lobby

Our lobby will include a chandelier as well – you can see the outline of it here:

Location for the Godfrey's chandelier — Location for the Godfrey’s chandelier

Welcome to Our Lobby

Voilà!

It may be difficult to envision at the moment, but these are the bones of what will be our lobby, the first area you experience upon entering our property.

We have big plans for this space and our team is hard at work making progress every day. We’re currently living by the words of Ralph Waldo Emerson:

“Life is a journey, not a destination”