The St. Regis Chicago (Vista Tower)

Chicago, IL, USA

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Architects: Studio Gang

Location: Chicago, IL, USA
Year: 2021
Client: Magellan Development Group
Architect of Record: bKL Architecture
Hotel Architect: Gensler
Interior Architect: HBA
Structural Engineer: Magnusson Klemencic Associates
MEP/FP Design Assist, LEED Consultant, IT: dbHMS
Civil Engineer: Mackie Consultants
Geotechnical Engineer: Ground Engineering Consultants, Inc. (GEC)
Wind Engineer: RWDI
Landscape Architect: OLIN
Facade Consultant: Curtainwall Design Consulting
Hotel Lighting Consultant: CD+M
Hotel Kitchen Consultant: Cini-Little
Vertical Transportation Consultant: FSS
Residential Lighting Design: Hugh Lighting Design
Swimming Pool Consultant: WT Group / Innovative Aquatic Design
Traffic Consultant: Kimley-Horn
Façade Access Consultant: Lee Herzog Consulting
Acoustic Consultant: Shiner Acoustics
Hotel Public Space Interior Design: Simeone Deary Design Group
General Contractor: McHugh

Defining a new edge of the city, the Wanda Vista Tower more tightly knits the thriving Lakeshore East community to its environment with unprecedented urban connections. At approximately 1,100 feet in height, and more than 1.8 million sf, this new hotel and residential tower will be one of the tallest buildings in the city and a dynamic new presence on the horizon.

Nested side by side, three vertical elements step down gradually, maximizing views of the city and river below. The distinct tapering block used to form the towers is derived from the frustum geometry, a shape that offers multiple benefits for the building, from the inside out and the outside in. Alternating these blocks allows for multiple column-free corner rooms on each floor. The subtle gradient of the exterior glazing not only provides visual interest from near and far but also performs an energy-saving function. The building navigates the street and ground levels with engaging public space for the enjoyment of residents and visitors alike.