![Mia Rao Design has recently completed the modern interiors of a penthouse apartment for their client who wanted an edgy urban vibe in his new modern Chicago home. #ModernIndustrial #ModernInteriorDesign #ModernInterior](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/modern-penthouse-apartment-interior-design-210819-1133-01-800x800.jpg)
Photography by Tony Soluri Photography
Mia Rao Design has recently completed the modern interiors of a penthouse apartment for their client who wanted an edgy urban vibe in his new modern Chicago home.
![This small lounge area is highlighted by the dark grey accent wall, the large art piece, and a colorful yellow armchair. #InteriorDesign #ModernInterior](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/modern-lobby-lounge-apartment-penthouse-210819-1136-02-800x807.jpg)
Photography by Tony Soluri Photography
In the living room, a comfortable sectional couch is focused on the fireplace, and anchored in the room by a large grey and white rug.
![Living Room Ideas - In this modern living room, a comfortable sectional couch is focused on the fireplace, and anchored in the room by a large grey and white rug. #LivingRoom #ModernLivingRoom #Fireplace](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/modern-living-room-with-fireplace-210819-1136-03-800x1251.jpg)
Photography by Tony Soluri Photography
In the dining room, a 90×90” square concrete and zinc dining table commands attention, while the room is also accented with a wall mural by Casamance.
![Dining Room Ideas - In this modern dining room, a 90x90” square concrete and zinc dining table commands attention, while the room is also accented with a wall mural by Casamance. #DiningRoom #ModernDiningRoom #SquareDiningTable #DiningRoomIdeas](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/modern-dining-room-large-square-table-210819-1136-04-800x1112.jpg)
Photography by Tony Soluri Photography
In the kitchen, a double sided 13 foot long, concrete and quartzite island with center waterfall features two eating areas, while the kitchen backsplash showcases exposed brick that’s been glazed with gunmetal metallic paint.
![Kitchen Ideas - In this modern kitchen, a double sided 13 foot long, concrete and quartzite island with center waterfall features two eating areas, while the kitchen backsplash showcases exposed brick that's been glazed with gunmetal metallic paint. #KitchenIdeas #ModernKitchen #KitchenIsland #KitchenDesign](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/modern-kitchen-with-large-island-210819-1135-05-800x1045.jpg)
Photography by Tony Soluri Photography
The apartment also has a wine room that’s furnished with a ink blue sectional, has custom-built wine chillers, and a chandelier by Lucy Slivinsky, that’s made of metal car parts.
![Wine Room Ideas - This modern wine room has been furnished with a ink blue sectional, has custom-built wine chillers, and a chandelier by Lucy Slivinsky, that's made of metal car parts. #WineRoom #WineStorage #Lounge #HomeBar](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/modern-home-bar-built-in-wine-storage-210819-1134-06-800x1061.jpg)
Photography by Tony Soluri Photography
Adjacent to the wine room is a blackened steel staircase that leads to the roof deck.
![Stair Ideas - This industrial modern blackened steel staircase leads to the roof deck of this modern penthouse apartment. #SteelStairs #StairIdeas](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/modern-steel-stairs-210819-1135-07-800x739.jpg)
Photography by Tony Soluri Photography
The master bedroom features a wood bed frame with an asymmetrical upholstered and walnut headboard, that also has integrated nightstands. A large wool area rug adds warmth to the room, while Roman shades (with hidden blackout roller shades) add a soft touch.
![Bedroom Ideas - This modern master bedroom features a wood bed frame with an asymmetrical upholstered and walnut headboard, that also has integrated nightstands. A large wool area rug adds warmth to the room, while Roman shades (with hidden blackout roller shades) add a soft touch. #BedroomIdeas #ModernBedroom #BedroomDesign](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/modern-bedroom-grey-black-210819-1135-08-800x1409.jpg)
Photography by Tony Soluri Photography
In the master bathroom, a custom wall hung vanity and back panel has been made from rift cut white oak with an espresso stain, while an engineered quartz counter is complemented by faucets with a titanium finish, and gray porcelain tiles cover the floor.
![Bathroom Ideas - In this master bathroom, a custom wall hung vanity and back panel has been made from rift cut white oak with an espresso stain, while an engineered quartz counter is complemented by faucets with a titanium finish, and gray porcelain tiles cover the floor. #ModernBathroom #BathroomIdeas #DarkWoodVanity #MasterBathroom](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/dark-wood-bathroom-vanity-210819-1134-09-800x693.jpg)
Photography by Tony Soluri Photography
Opposite the vanity is the walk-in shower that’s enclosed behind a blackened steel and glass door. Inside the shower, large format striated wall tile has been combined with a black mosaic shower floor tile for a modern industrial look.
![Shower Ideas - In this modern master bathroom, the walk-in shower is enclosed behind a blackened steel and glass door. Inside the shower, large format striated wall tile has been combined with a black mosaic shower floor tile for a modern industrial look. #ShowerIdeas #ModernShower #ShowerDesign](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/black-framed-walk-in-shower-210819-1134-10-800x757.jpg)
Photography by Tony Soluri Photography | Interior Design: Mia Rao Design | Developer: G-Corp Development | Construction by Sulo Development
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