The Waldorf Astoria, built in 2008 and formerly known as The Elysian, was designed by internationally acclaimed architect Lucien Lagrange in the classic beaux-arts style with a European auto courtyard. The 51 luxury condos with large balconies are on semi-private floors 29 through 59 above the Waldorf Astoria Hotel and consist of three and four bedroom floor plans that span 3,400 to 6,400 square feet, capturing panoramic city and lake views. Residents receive white-glove service and enjoy the Waldorf Astoria’s hotel amenities including valet parking, concierge services, catering services and in-room dining. The luxurious spa offers a lap pool, personal trainers, Jacuzzis, steam and
1500 N Lake Shore Drive is the only Chicago co-op designed by Rosario Candela, the master architect of the most coveted Manhattan co-ops
The Building
Standing 25 stories on the corner of Burton Place and the lakefront, 1500 N Lake Shore Drive houses 57 apartments on full and private floors, as well as several duplexes, with 11-room layouts spanning 6,000 square feet. True to Rosario Candela’s design aesthetic that featured terraced setbacks on high floors, 1500’s crown jewel is an 18- room penthouse, often referred to as “the bungalow” with its own reflecting pool and garden and currently for sale at an offering price of $12,000. See the listing here. However, the two maisonetttes with private entrances on street
They evoke visions of luxury and status. Find out why penthouses remain so popular, both in Chicago and across the country.
Mention the word “penthouse” and you immediately think of prestige and exclusivity. A penthouse is commonly considered the most desirable part of any residential building, both because of its view and because of its unique layout and features. If you’re in the market for a Chicago penthouse -- or one in another in-town luxury market around the country -- it’s important to understand what you can expect and what you should consider
Your Guide to Chicago Penthouses
Life in a luxury building is already great; why choose a penthouse? A penthouse offers many advantages over even the most upgraded units in many residential
The city’s only undeveloped lakefront parcel, for years speculated as a prime location for the next new luxury Gold Coast building, was finally issued a construction permit. The eight-story apartment development of 58 high-end rental units will be designed by Booth Hansen with a traditional-looking stone façade, in keeping with the elegance of the neighborhood, and modern bay-like window protrusions. There will be below-grade parking and a rooftop amenity deck with unobstructed lake views
