Willow Room

Willow Room in Chicago, redesigned by Siren Betty Design, combines Victorian charm with modern sophistication. After a winter freeze prompted a full refresh, the restaurant and lounge were revived with glossy olive lacquer, floral upholstery, and House of Hackney textiles, creating a refined yet inviting atmosphere that feels effortlessly timeless.

Originally designed by the firm in 2016, Willow Room’s reimagining celebrates craftsmanship, comfort, and character. The upstairs dining room glows with a rich green lacquered wall, velvet seating, and dark refinished floors that ground the space in warmth. Below, the bar and lounge embrace deeper tones and tactile materials, layered with patterned wallcoverings, floral upholstery, and softly diffused light. Even the powder rooms carry playful personality through bold prints and unexpected details. Every design choice preserves the restaurant’s approachable elegance while deepening its visual intrigue. The result is a welcoming environment that honors its neighborhood roots and reflects Siren Betty Design’s vision for spaces that are expressive, intimate, and beautifully cohesive.

Photos by Marisa Klug-Morataya

Willow Room by Siren Betty Design in Chicago, featuring green paneled walls, velvet banquette seating, brick accents, and a circular chandelier.
Elegant bar at Willow Room by Siren Betty Design featuring tufted stools, marble counter, and exposed brick walls.
Dining room at Willow Room by Siren Betty Design with navy banquettes, vintage art, globe lights, and exposed brick.
Bar and dining view at Willow Room by Siren Betty Design showcasing green paneled wall, velvet booths, and open kitchen.
Framed art gallery wall on exposed brick above navy tufted banquette at Willow Room by Siren Betty Design.
Circular chandelier with warm bulbs against green paneled wall at Willow Room by Siren Betty Design.
Vintage ‘Please Register’ desk lamp detail in green and brass tones at Willow Room by Siren Betty Design.
Dining area at Willow Room by Siren Betty Design featuring navy banquette, framed art wall, and round wood tables.
Framed portrait of girl with flowers on exposed brick wall above navy banquette at Willow Room by Siren Betty Design.
Round globe sconce on floral wallpaper beside mirror in moody powder room at Willow Room by Siren Betty Design.
Framed vintage photos on brown floral wallpaper evoke nostalgia at Willow Room by Siren Betty Design.
Bathroom interior at Willow Room by Siren Betty Design with gold snake wallpaper, globe sconces, and mirror.
Reflection of globe sconces and gold snake wallpaper in mirror at Willow Room by Siren Betty Design.
Cluster of round globe pendant lights on black ceiling with industrial windows at Willow Room by Siren Betty Design.
Marble bar with wood shelving, amber vases, and exposed brick walls at Willow Room by Siren Betty Design.
Close-up of tufted floral bar stools and marble countertop with amber vases at Willow Room by Siren Betty Design.
Liquor bottles and wine rack on floating shelves against brick wall at Willow Room by Siren Betty Design.
Dining room at Willow Room by Siren Betty Design with navy banquette, vintage artwork, and round wood tables.
Curved velvet booth beneath circular chandelier and green paneled wall at Willow Room by Siren Betty Design.
Full dining room view at Willow Room by Siren Betty Design featuring globe lights, navy banquette, and art-lined walls.
Dining interior at Willow Room by Siren Betty Design with green paneled wall, tufted booths, and round chandelier.
Restroom at Willow Room by Siren Betty Design featuring dark floral wallpaper, portrait gallery, and green door.
Downstairs lounge at Willow Room by Siren Betty Design with floral banquette, marble bar, and warm lighting.
Marble bar with pendant lighting and floral booths against brick walls at Willow Room by Siren Betty Design.
Floral upholstered banquette beneath framed artwork and round chandelier at Willow Room by Siren Betty Design.
Restroom at Willow Room by Siren Betty Design featuring red tile, gold floral wallpaper, and marble vanity.
Close-up of circular chandelier glowing warmly above mirrored ceiling at Willow Room by Siren Betty Design.
Textured geometric wallpaper beside framed floral painting on brick wall at Willow Room by Siren Betty Design.
Mirrored ceiling panels reflecting pendant lighting and bar at Willow Room by Siren Betty Design.
Framed portraits on black and gold wallpaper with red tile below in restroom at Willow Room by Siren Betty Design.
Dining nook with floral banquette and framed art on brick wall at Willow Room by Siren Betty Design.

Willow Room

1800 N. Halsted, Chicago, IL 60614

willowroomchicago.com

@willowroomchicago

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