I|O – Page 2 – Building The Godfrey

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!

Brainstorm and Build Our Brunch Menu with Us

Who doesn’t love weekend brunch? Finally, a chance to unwind and relax with friends or family after the hectic workweek. At I|O Urban Roofscape, we want to hear what you love most about brunch – or what you’d like to see offered here. We’re open to suggestions and we’re listening to you! Help us “build” our brunch menu.

Perhaps a 40 Foot Bloody Mary Bar? Or Champagne Saturdays? What would you like to see offered?

Let us know – and remember, true in any brainstorm… no idea is a bad idea! You can comment below or add your ideas to the post on I|O Urban Roofscape’s Facebook page. You never know, you might see your suggestion featured at I|O Urban Roofscape.

Until then, cheers!

And the Winner Is…

Drum roll please! The winners from our Name the Element Contest are below. Congratulations to the three winners and thank you to all who participated. The Godfrey Hotel Chicago will help travelers and guests from near and far “Discover Your Element.”

As illustrated in the graphic below, the new winning element is “Do 139” – Defy Ordinary by Michele Barnes. We loved her reasoning as well:

Not only does it capture the essence of the new hotel’s unique design, but it encourages people to think outside the box when it comes to travel and life.

As the first place winner, she will receive one complimentary night, plus a great (and discounted) rate of just $139/night plus tax for all of 2014 (some restrictions and blackout dates apply) and a $25 gift card to I|O Urban Roofscape.

Our second place winner Fred Miller, Jr. will receive a one-night complimentary stay (some restrictions and blackout dates apply). He submitted “Ul 139” for Urban Luxury.

Our third place winner Natalya Goncharov will get a $25 gift card to I|O Urban Roofscape. She submitted “Hl 139” for High Life.

We’ll contact all three winners via email. Thank you again for participating!