CHICAGO—The Omni Chicago Hotel completed an $11-million renovation, which encompassed 347 suites, including 10 specialty suites, and all public space located within the hotel, such as 676 Restaurant & Bar, the hotel’s nine meeting rooms, and its 8,000 sq. ft. of meeting space.
The renovation forges historical elements of Louis Sullivan’s intricate sketches, the Chicago School’s building materials of terracotta, limestone, steel and brick, with the whimsy of modern sculptures synonymous with the city, according to the company. The rooms also incorporate architectural elements and in-room lighting that combine to mirror the Chicago skyline. Furthermore, each guestroom features two high-definition televisions, memory foam pillows and residential-style lighting.
676 Restaurant & Bar underwent a transformation to create a more intimate setting for guests. Design elements include Edison style lighting and a new sepia mural that wraps around the room. Other changes include new wall art in the two semi-private dining rooms, and new hardwood tables that provide a more streamlined look and feel. The restaurant also received new chairs, barstools, carpet and lounge furniture.
Meetings spaces were transformed to offer additional seating and improved decor, including new drapes, chairs, carpet and countertops in the Chagall Ballroom, Picasso Ballroom and Executive Boardroom. The hotel also added an additional meeting room, the Van Gogh Room, which features 1,624 sq. ft. of meeting space with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking Michigan Ave. The hotel now has a total of 8,000 sq. ft. of meeting space.