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HAUTE PROPERTY Rich color and texture add a shot of glitz to the bedroom. SUITE TALK If you rock to a different beat, perhaps one of these haute hotel suites will suit your stay. PARK HYATT CHICAGO The hotel has collaborated with Bottega Veneta to create the 1,400-square-foot Lake Suite Bottega Veneta, a sleek, one- bedroom space with living room, kitchenette, and dual baths. The palette of sig- The Lake Suite Bottega Veneta—true designer digs continued from page 131 the Angels & Kings Extreme Suite to reflect pure decadence— not unlike her award-winning million-dollar renovations and landmark restorations. "The per- son ality and feel of the Angels & Kings Extreme Suite concept is Mary Cook and Timothy Schwarz the prototype for other Hard Rock sites and had to balance the wants and needs of the two brands, which was quite a challenge," says Cook. Adds Timothy Schwarz, the firm's director of design, "We created and negotiated with each party and modified the design to meet their needs along with his- toric-landmark guidelines, imagining everyone from a famous musician to the local office worker enjoying an inclusive, profitable, and cool space." Team Cook has tricked out the existing guest rooms perched atop Chicago's hip 40-story haunt, expanding them into a 950-square-foot crown-jewel penthouse. The two-bedroom, two-bath suite sports a custom bar created with salvaged wood, a five-foot-square, plate-steel custom cof- fee table from the original Angels & Kings club, and a 1920s pendant light from a private Chicago residence, which hangs in the dining area along with artwork from Wentz's personal collection. The space is now suitable for out-of-town headliners looking for a trendy place to call home during a Windy City stay (Fender Guitar and Filter Magazine hosted their guest lounge there during last year's Lollapalooza festival) and locals with a taste for the high life. Stellar views and separate but adjoining bedrooms make it the perfect spot for a hospitality suite or bridal party. Lush purple velvet and a shot of glitz (don't miss the gold alligator-skin sofas) adorn the bed and abode, and framed rocker headshots and mug shots add an artful sense of humor to the halls and walls. Guests can enjoy an upgraded home theater center with a 55-inch plasma TV and rock-star-approved custom Specimen Products audio system, complete with Little Horn Speakers, hi-fi tube amp, and satellite sub-woofer. VIP visitors have already included Cee Lo Green, R. Kelly, Common, and Robin Thicke. Go ahead, indulge your inner rock star and plan a visit. Rates start at $1,500 per night. Hard Rock Hotel, 230 N. Michigan Ave., 312-345-1000 MA 132 MICHIGANAVEMAG.COM nature Bottega Veneta neutrals is accented with ebony and black. Suede, leather, asahi bookcloth, and mohair velvet are used as wall coverings, upholstery, and window treatments. The furnishings—most drawn from Bottega Veneta's furniture collection—include chairs, a sofa bed, and a brisée from the Meta line, produced in collaboration with Poltrona Frau. A Bottega welcome amenity is bestowed upon each suite resident—the perfect souvenir. Rates start at $4,500 per night. Park Hyatt Chicago, 800 N. Michigan Ave., 312-335-1234; parkchicagohyatt.com The Midcentury Modern elegance of the James THE JAMES CHICAGO Select rooms and suites in this sleek establishment have just had a makeover. Eames chairs and sectional down sofas covered in wool mohair exude Midcentury Modern style. The 1,400-plus- square-foot, two- bedroom space comes with a his-and-hers marble bath, and the luxury package includes use of a personal assistant, Audi car service, and dedicated servers. A full-bottle wet bar with personal mixologist or sommelier is at your service. Each suite is equipped with a private media room with a 42-inch flat-screen television, Apple iBook-based entertainment system, and full-suite surround sound. Customized meals are delivered from David Burke's Primehouse, including the signature chocolate cake in a can—just desserts for the perfect stay. Rates start at $2,500 per night. The James, 55 E. Ontario St., 312-337-1000; jameshotels.com