Kendall McCaugherty
United Polaris Lounge, O’Hare International Airport
Firm LocationChicago, United States
CompanySCB
Lead ArchitectRenee Sprogis-Marohn
Design TeamGeneral Contractor – Clune Construction; Audiovisual/Security – NV5; Door Hardware – Assa Abloy; Electrical, Fire Protection, Plumbing – Stantec; Food Service – Bakergroup; Lighting – Gwen Grossman Lighting Design; Permit Expeditor – Burnham Nationwide Inc; Structural – Thornton Tomasetti
ClientUnited Airlines
Project Videohttps://www.instagram.com/p/DKQAOvuSjHh
The United Polaris Lounge at ORD reimagines the premium airport experience as a place of restoration rather than transit. Designed for international travelers navigating long journeys, the lounge balances privacy, comfort, and connection through a curated sequence of hospitality-inspired environments. The design responds to the evolving expectations of global travelers by offering a spectrum of experiences, from social gathering and dining to quiet retreat and focused work. Natural light and refined materiality create moments of calm within one of the world's busiest airports.