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Freehand Chicago

Freehand Chicago

River North, Near North Side, Chicago

Opened 2015   $

“Bohemian Art Deco clubhouse”

Social Design
Lively

Vibe

Rich sapele woodwork, fireplace glow, and woven textiles give the communal lobby the warmth of a bohemian Midwestern living room.

“Bohemian Art Deco clubhouse”

Social

A lively lobby hangout anchored by craft cocktails at Broken Shaker and daytime specialty coffee.

Design

Layered Roman and Williams interiors featuring rich sapele woodwork, custom textiles, and glazed Lake Michigan tiles.

Heritage

A restored 1927 classic Art Deco building in River North, formerly known as the Tokyo Hotel.

Lively

In River North, two blocks from Michigan Avenue shopping and steps from Grand station nightlife.

Freehand Chicago — rooms

Rooms

Midwestern craftsmanship shines through custom millwork, woven tapestries, and glazed green tiles echoing the deep tones of Lake Michigan.

Freehand Chicago — backstory

Backstory

Roman and Williams transformed this 1927 Art Deco landmark, once the notorious Tokyo Hotel, into a spirited creative haven.

Freehand Chicago — eat & drink

Eat & drink

Broken Shaker pairs botanical craft cocktails with street-food bites, while the lobby café pours specialty Nicaraguan coffee by day.

The neighborhood

Set in vibrant River North, you are two blocks from Michigan Avenue shopping and steps from late-night cocktail haunts.

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