Project Summary

Location: Chicago, IL
Date: Completed Summer 2025
Status: Built
Client: The Fifty/50 Group
Chef: Michelin-Starred Jenner Tomaska

The Alston is Chicago’s newest luxury steakhouse restaurant and members club! The name Alston, meaning “noble stone” is designed to be a place of substance, layered in its details and deliberate in its design. The restaurant aspires to more than luxury; it reflects character, grace, and elevated taste. Guests are taken on a journey from the arrival to a series of distinct yet cohesive dining spaces. From the soft glamour of the champagne bar to the moody intimacy of the private club, each space tells a story—glamorous, immersive, and unapologetically indulgent. Rich, layered interiors feature custom lighting and a large digital ceiling screen that displays evolving art, creating a dynamic atmosphere in the main dining space. A silk floral installation weaves from the arrival to dining room, while a sculptural metal screen artfully separates the private dining room from the Grand Hall. The open kitchen brings warmth and vitality, inviting guests to see the hearth’s flame, hear the energy of service, and take in the aromas. The design blends drama, intimacy, and craftsmanship into a singular, immersive experience.