With Lake Michigan views, grand architecture and proximity to iconic shopping and dining destinations, the Gold Coast is one of Chicago’s most sought-after neighborhoods. Peek inside two luxe on-market listings boasting everything from high-caliber interior elements to luxurious amenities.
$6,900,000
Spanning 4,500 square feet, this half-floor residence pairs elegant accents with exceptional amenities—from a spalike primary suite to an inviting hot tub complemented by overhead heaters. The home boasts three bedrooms, three full bathrooms, one half-bath and a sweeping 750-square-foot wraparound terrace with panoramic skyline views.
Thoughtfully designed for entertaining, the expansive chef’s kitchen is equipped with a 60-inch Wolf range, dual full-size Gaggenau refrigerators and freezers, two Miele dishwashers and a dual-faucet sink from The Galley. A striking 15-foot waterfall island crafted from Azul Imperial Quartzite anchors the space, complemented by custom O’Brien Harris cabinetry and pop-up outlets for seamless functionality. In the living room, a 60-foot linear ventless fireplace framed in Iceland book-matched porcelain creates a dramatic focal point, flanked by custom millwork and shelving from O’Brien Harris. A tall wine refrigerator, a Sub-Zero beverage refrigerator, a silver hammered bar sink with an ice maker and underlit Iceberg quartzite countertops further elevate the room.
A sanctuary for rejuvenation, the primary suite features a spacious sitting room that doubles as an office and den, complete with built-in closets, a bar, a Miele coffee maker and a beverage fridge. A generous walk-in closet offers extensive storage, while the spa-inspired primary bath impresses with dual showers, a custom bathtub with a pop-up TV lift and built-in Champagne bucket and a separate water closet with a Toto Washlet toilet. Princess White Quartzite countertops, custom cabinetry, a towel-warming drawer and expansive windows complete the luxurious retreat.
Additional highlights include heated stone hallways with inlaid runners, heated bathroom floors, a large laundry room with custom cabinetry, a sink and a fully integrated Control4 home automation for lighting, shades, and sound. Residents also enjoy two valet parking spaces, a private storage unit and access to a suite of five-star amenities—including a multilevel fitness center, a golf simulator, a hospitality room, an indoor pool, a steam room, a sauna and more.
$7,700,000
Situated atop the Park Hyatt Chicago, this half-floor penthouse awaits, featuring two bedrooms, two bathrooms and one half-bath. Custom-designed by acclaimed architect Scott Himmel, it boasts over 4,000 square feet of living space, sophisticated 12-foot ceilings and oversize windows that offer panoramic views of Lake Michigan and the skyline. The residence is adorned with unfilled slabs of matched Roman travertine flooring and walls drenched in natural light.
The 900-square-foot living room is a luxury respite, complete with east-facing views of the lake, a custom V’SOSKE wool and silk carpet and book-matched rift-cut white oak, wenge, English sycamore and quarter-sawn sapele millwork by Highland Park Millwork. The nearby formal dining room embodies refinement and elegance, with a hidden wine cellar, dual Sub-Zero refrigerators and bespoke hand-stitched millwork walls.
Designed by Boffi, the designer kitchen merges artistic accents and functional features with marble counters, Terrazzo floors, bespoke storage, two sinks, two dishwashers, an oversize island with stainless steel counters and a wraparound breakfast bar and appliances from Miele, Gaggenau and Sub-Zero. For the ideal blend of indoor-outdoor living, the private balcony features gas and water to accommodate alfresco dining, gardening and more. The family room, with elegant suede-covered walls, a built-in wet bar, custom Parenti & Raffaelli millwork and an office nook, serves as a hub for occasions of all kinds.
Residents can enjoy sunset-facing city views in the primary suite, horsehair upholstered walls from Sam Kasten Hand Weavers and an opulent dressing room with bespoke cabinetry. The resort-reminiscent primary bathroom is elevated with polished slabs of Verde marble, a steam shower, a custom stainless steel and marble tub, radiant heated marble floors, dual vanities with custom marble sinks and a separate water closet with Duravit toilet, Dornbracht faucets and Nanz hardware. Homeowners receive premier access to luxury amenities at the Park Hyatt Hotel, such as a 24-hour concierge and security, two assigned garage parking spaces, a state-of-the-art fitness center, an indoor pool and a spa, in-room dining and proximity to NoMi restaurant.
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Photography by: Photos of 9 W. Walton St., Unit 2802 by Brent Borchardt with VHT; photos of 800 N. Michigan Ave., Ste. 60PHN by Positive Image Photography Inc.
