The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago’s newly unveiled Presidential Suite is conceived as a private art gallery, allowing VIP guests to stay amid museum-quality works by prominent artists including Warhol, Magritte, Lichtenstein and Rosenquist.
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The suite blends notable existing works with pieces commissioned specifically for the residence, including sculptures by Chicago artist Michael Young. Located near the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago, the suite’s curated collection features:
- Tseng Kwong Chi — Andy Warhol, New York (1986), from the “Artists in Their Studios” series
- René Magritte — Le Fils de l’Homme (The Son of Man) (2004), #103/300
- Roy Lichtenstein — Modern Art II (1996), #35/50
- James Rosenquist — Memory Continues but the Clock Disappears (2011), edition of 45
Spread across two floors, the Presidential Suite combines residential comfort with refined hospitality. A sculptural spiral staircase links the levels. The full-service kitchen, complete with a large island and private entrance, is designed for both intimate dining and entertaining. For relaxation and media, the suite offers a cozy media room outfitted with oversized bean bag seating, large flat-screen televisions and video game consoles.
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Additional amenities include a wet bar, a luxurious black marble bathroom, two king bedrooms and a second bathroom featuring a Jacuzzi tub and a rain shower. The suite integrates thoughtful technology and tailored services while preserving a sense of heritage and classical architecture.
Designed by San Francisco-based firm BAMO, the suite emphasizes timeless interiors and carefully curated details that complement the art collection. Large windows and strategic sightlines frame sweeping views of Navy Pier and Lake Michigan, creating a serene backdrop for guests who want to experience Chicago’s cultural and waterfront attractions from a private, art-forward setting.