With Chicago home to one of the largest Polish populations outside Poland, the 6,641sq ft LOT lounge has been designed to showcase Polish craftsmanship. Materials – including custom tiles, furniture, and plumbing fixtures – were sourced from Poland and flown in by the airline. The entry corridor features intricate wall slats depicting Poland’s iconic Tatra Mountains, creating a stunning visual tribute to Poland’s natural beauty.
The new lounge is not Clune Construction’s first project at O’Hare, the company having recently completed United Club in addition to restaurants Hampton Social and Bar Siena.
“Clune’s deep understanding of airport environments allowed us to overcome the unique challenges of working near baggage and customs operations at O’Hare,” said Chris Redpath, managing director, Clune Construction. “We are proud to have delivered LOT Polish Airlines’ vision ahead of schedule, combining our expertise with their dedication to creating an authentic Polish experience for travellers.”
Clune Construction is dedicated to sustainable building practices and is actively pursuing a Green Airplane certification from the Chicago Department of Aviation for this project. Clune has already earned ten Green Airplane certifications for its airport projects.
