Brick and Airy on the Parkway

 

Some might think it's a little wonky to say that this Chicago loft is just as beautiful unfurnished as it is furnished, but it totally is. The converted ballroom in The Ambassador East building on State Parkway in Chicago's Gold Coast, was stripped to bare bones (and bricks) to make way for a gigantic and airy three-level loft. This space encompasses an entire side of the building, allowing for maximum natural light to fill the cavernous room. The custom designed stainless steal kitchen is nestled in the front corner of the first floor, and exudes a certain sense of sexiness with the cold steal on the light and airy white brick walls. Come back tomorrow for a look at what the loft really looks like today, fully furnished, and nothing like Benoit Bertrand's creation from yesterday.

 

Photos courtesy of HomeDsgn.com

Rendered on the Parkway

 

Now you might look at these pictures and swoon over the beautiful furnishings and raw but chic details, but you will then be most likely be surprised to hear that this loft space is a complete digital rendering. After hours of investigating online, I finally pinpointed what the the concept behind this project from designer, Benoit Bertrand was. This loft does actually exist, but is not decorated like this. What really gets my motor running that I walk past this loft's building every single day. It's on the ground floor of The Ambassador East on State Parkway, directly across from Public Chicago, and looks absolutely intriguing at dusk when its light are on and you can barely see through the tall windows. Mr Bertrand decided to take it upon himself to render his own creation for the space, making it a warm and inviting space, that exudes calming colors and airy vibes. Stay tuned for tomorrow when I saw you the raw space of the loft, which is just as beautiful as it is (digitally) furnished.

 

Photos courtesy of Benoit Bertrand