BIÂN

Overview

• BIÂN is a 35,000 square foot luxury private membership club in Chicago, designed as a comprehensive wellness and lifestyle ecosystem that prominently features sauna and recovery facilities including steam rooms with integrated cold plunges and private infrared saunas, alongside fitness, spa, medical, dining, and co-working spaces.
• The overall atmosphere is ultra-luxurious, serene, and design-forward, evoking a sense of tranquility and vitality upon entry—described by members as “taking a deep breath.” It blends hospitality, community, and holistic wellness in a cohesive, interconnected environment praised by Forbes as the “ultimate wellness destination” and Vogue for its “most beautiful steam room and cold plunge.”

Features & Amenities

• Recovery-Focused Sauna and Hydrotherapy Areas:
  • Beautifully designed locker rooms equipped with steam rooms featuring integrated cold plunges for powerful contrast therapy to reduce inflammation, ease soreness, improve circulation, and promote mental clarity.
  • Private infrared sauna sessions available nearby, ideal for pain reduction, detoxification, inflammation elimination, and immunity boosting.
• Fitness & Studio Spaces:
  • Expansive gym with state-of-the-art equipment, functional training areas, and recovery tools.
  • Dedicated studios for 14+ daily expert-led classes (yoga, Pilates, barre, HIIT, boxing, meditation).
• Co-Working and Productivity Zones:
  • Design-forward co-working areas with A/V-equipped conference rooms, private meeting spaces, soundproof call rooms, and serene retreats.
• Dining and Relaxation:
  • Full-service restaurant, sushi bar, coffee service, fresh juices/smoothies, and private riverwalk patio.
• Spa & Wellness Infrastructure:
  • Apothecary for crystals, candles, and wellness products; serene spa environments for treatments.

Services

• Recovery & Sauna Therapies:
  • Contrast therapy (steam + cold plunge); private infrared saunas; IV infusions for hydration.
• Fitness & Movement:
  • Daily classes (6AM-8PM): yoga, strength, Pilates, barre, mobility, meditation; personal training; semi-private Reformer Pilates.
• Spa & Beauty (BIÂN Beauty):
  • Massages (deep tissue, Thai, lymphatic); aesthetic treatments (Botox, fillers, PRP, HydraFacial, peels); Keravive scalp treatments.
• Medical & Alternative Therapies:
  • Concierge medicine (annual physicals, same-day access); Eastern medicine (acupuncture, cupping, Qi Gong, herbs); nutrition, physical therapy, chiropractic.
• Social & Events:
  • Intimate dinners, performances (e.g., Grammy winners), roundtables, tastings, workshops.
• Corporate & Lifestyle:
  • Corporate memberships, executive coaching, custom events; mental health coaching.
• Additional:
  • Blog resources on sleep, sugar impacts, Pilates, menopause, soul care.

Pricing

• Membership-based access to all core amenities (fitness, classes, co-working, recovery/sauna facilities); apply via membership form.
• Concierge medical and select services available separately to public.
• No specific pricing listed; corporate tiers customizable with add-ons like executive physicals.
• Special packages (e.g., Mother’s Day treatments, infrared sauna add-ons).

Location & Hours

• Location: Chicago, IL (exact address not specified; features private riverwalk patio; drone tour available).
• Operating Hours: Fitness/studio classes from 6AM to 8PM; restaurant, co-working, and services available throughout the day; appointments often same/next-day for members.

Notes

• What Makes BIÂN Special: Stands out as a singular, unrivaled ecosystem integrating wellness, longevity, medical care, med-spa, Michelin-quality dining, events, and co-working under one roof—redefining luxury living with an ancient-meets-modern holistic approach. Emphasis on personalization, collaboration, and community supports vitality at every life stage (e.g., menopause support via HRT + Chinese medicine).
• Design Excellence: Crafted by Studio K (Karen Herold) with wave walls, imperfect artistry, ambient lighting for emotional tranquility.
• Acclaim: Vogue 2024 Global Spa Guide highlights spacious, chill vibe and top-tier steam/cold plunge; Forbes notes complete wellness integration.
• Membership fosters purposeful connections; expansion planned with same design partners.