Sky Vault
Chicago, IL
4,500 sf, 3 bed, 4 bath
Perched atop a luxury high-rise overlooking Lincoln Park, this penthouse began as a canvas of raw space. The owner envisioned a contemporary residence that embraces the sweeping city and lake views and provides a backdrop for his art collection.
The French-inspired building, with its mansard roof, arched windows, and vaulted ceilings, influenced our design: the interior expresses the vault detail in ceilings and doorways, and arches temper the impact of 14-foot ceilings while providing dramatic space for art.
The interior architecture blends contemporary details with traditional materials. Oversized white oak planks offer a modern reinterpretation of herringbone flooring. Custom steel shelving traces the vault detail, and a minimalist reveal replaces baseboards. A cohesive palette of plaster walls and ceilings complements millwork veneer meticulously matched to the flooring.