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West Town Loft/Art Space

Chicago | West Town

$150 per hour
80
12
Over 1800 sq ft of open loft space with so much natural light and character beyond belief! At our space, there is also a little lounge area just inside the large rolling door that has access to shelves, mirrors, fridges, extra seating, etc. If you're looking for this space for a wedding or larger event, you may also have access to our foyer area for light decor and signage! Add another 500 sqft with lobby and foyer. Space Details: - 70 Chairs - 15 Tables - Small Catering Area - Outside Food Allowed - PA System Available for $100 (mic, speaker, aux cable) - DJ's must bring their own equipment - $100 for piano use | $100 for PA System - Freight Elevator This space has been utilized in many ways such as wedding/bridal/baby showers, birthday parties, wedding ceremonies and receptions, photoshoots, live music venue, meetings, visual artist gallery, and dance performances. Your options are unlimited here! We like to think of this space as an expansion of the creativity everyone has with them, in hopes it can help others find their inner creativity even more! Free parking in the lot, plus lots of free street parking on Hubbard St. Bathroom on 3rd Floor, just down the hall along with an artist slop sink. Important: No glitter, confetti, confetti guns or cannons NOTE: The Rental Fee Does Not Include Staffing Which May Vary Depending On Size And Nature Of Event. Absolutely NO glitter, mylar or confetti

Minimalist Home | Former Charcoal Factory

Chicago | West Town

$350 per hour
75
3
Unique home nestled in the Lincoln Yards/Bucktown neighborhood. Our space is filled with a diverse selection of globally sourced artifacts and one-of-a-kind artwork. PRICING BREAKDOWN BELOW IN PRICING SECTION. Space Details: - 2 level home - 2 Living areas - WIFI - Fully integrated sound system, accessible via bluetooth - 2 Bathrooms - Full Kitchen - Garage - Outdoor patio - Courtyard (can fit 2 cars) - Load in thru the alley | Easy access - Ivy covered roof deck - Unique furnishing (rotating items and artwork) **Open to extended hours** Ideal location for: - Commercials - Photo shoots - Promo shoots/videos - Magazine shoots - Fashion/Product shoots

Vintage Photo / Video Studio

Chicago | East Pilsen

$60 per hour
10
3
Our vintage wood photo / video production studio is very versatile and can easily be rearranged to accommodate a number of different setups and backdrops. There are large industrial windows that offer soft natural light throughout the day and warm golden hour. One of our walls is covered in vinyl records and is the perfect location for a music shoot or vintage look. We have 9 different solid color backdrops, all of which are available for free. A studio manager will be on-site to assist for the duration of your shoot; we have a curtain room divider available for privacy / changing. There are blackout curtains available for the windows. The space has a few pieces of basic furniture which can be moved around easily; these items include desks, chairs, mirror and plants. Complimentary water and snacks. FREE LIGHTS - 2 LED, temperature adjustable constant lights (for video) FREE TOOLS - Plenty of light stands, diffusers, tripods, clamps, tape, extension cords - Small assortment of stools and chairs Our building offers a private restroom down the hallway from our studio. The building also has free parking (lot & street), and is close to the highway, Red Line and bus. Everyone on the Lumber Studios team is a content creator themselves and is more than happy to help your production if you ask. No times will be reserved until your booking is confirmed. Please treat us and our space with respect and we promise to do whatever we can to make your experience a positive one! Thanks for viewing our listing, we're quick to reply to any additional questions you may have.

Storefront in Pilsen/Little Village

Chicago | Marshall Square

$50 per hour
75
Responds within an hour
1900SQFT Vacant Storefront For Rent.​ HVAC commercial fridge and vent all set up.​ Heavy Cermak commercial corridor traffic.​ Next to Walmart and Pete’s Fresh Market.​ High street visibility.​ Perfect for convenient store, hair salon, restaurant, medical office, work live space and traditional office use.​ Full ceiling height basement for potential storage.​

Corner Sunny Backdrops included studio

Chicago | Garfield Park

$50 per hour
12
1Responds within 2 hours
Complete self-service! Great corner studio with a lot of daylight. Windows Facing South and West, direct sunlight during all day! You will be provided with 2 access codes that will allow you to gain access to the studio. The first code will allow you to gain entry into the building. The second code will allow you to gain entry into the studio space and will only work during your scheduled booking times. Also after booking you will get 2 video instructions - How to get in building and find studio space - How to use equipment 🚨All backdrops are free to use as backgrounds only! +$20 per seamless pull/color. Seamless pull: pulling the paper all the way under your feet where you step on it. Please add this during your booking at the add-ons sections if you need to pull the paper under your feet. 2*GODOX Flash Strobes Included! 14ft ceilings and great light throughout the day 6 Seamless Papers installed on the system. Corner space 850 sqf. Windows facing south, direct sunlight during ALL DAY! - 1 x Neewer trigger (Canon/Nikon/Sony) - 2 x Godox GS400 Strobes (NOT continuous lights) - 2 x Arri light stands - 2 x Portable Rectangular Softbox 23.6" X 35.4" - 1 x 55" Octagon - 1 x C-Stand - 2 x Muslin Fabric Backdrops Furniture: - Steamer - Clothing rack - Make up table + dining table - Different chairs + vintage egg chair - Ladder General Rules -All booking start and end times are inclusive of set-up and clean-up time. Please take that into consideration when you make the booking. (To avoid extra fees please enter the space at the prescribed starting time and vacate the space 5 min before the end of your booking time). -No smoking, vaporizers, smoke/fog machine in the building. Penalty Fee $200 -No confetti, glitter, feathers, faux moss, paint splashes, smashed cake, broken glass, ashes, fake snow allowed, petals, soil, sand. Penalty Fee $200 -No alcohol, drugs, smoking on the premises. Penalty Fee $200 -No cutting paper backdrops by yourself. Penalty Fee $20 -No tape of any kind on the walls. - Fee for a lost key for the studio $100 -No food in the studio. There is a shared kitchen on the floor. -Cancellation/rescheduling is possible only until 7 days before the booking date -For some bookings (large groups shoots, late nights, weekends, etc.) a $200 Security Deposit is required (Zelle, Cash App) - it's fully refundable in the next 1-2 days after the booking if no damages/rules violation occur during the booking. 🎤 I can't guarantee that you will record clear audio in this space. Studio Is not soundproof and is located near CTA subway green line. Usually It's pretty quiet in this studio, but you can hear the train every 20 min. Sometimes you can hear my neighbors in the hallway.

Large Focus Room on Mag Mile

Chicago | River North

$40 per hour
8
You've found the perfect meeting space! Our bright, modern, boutique workspace is one of the most popular hourly room rentals among our guests and we think you'll agree once you lay your eyes on this room! The space is ideal for a brainstorming session with an intimate group, business meetings, small classes, among many other events for up to 8 people. Enjoy floor to ceiling windows in this space with the abundance of natural light pouring in, a natively-installed whiteboard on the wall for your use, as well as access to Wi-Fi and extensions cords as much as you need. A large, cork table provides no shortage of space for up to 8 people to not only sit comfortably but work with laptops all in front of them if need be, without feeling like you're cramming yourself into a closet! Please also feel free to enjoy our soundproof phone booths just outside the office, where you can pop in to take a call in complete privacy any time you'd like. Our venue has large screen monitor or projector to rent for $20/hour for this room and we offer unlimited access to our newly remodeled kitchen space for just $9/person per day -- please reach out to us if you have any questions or concerns! It would be our pleasure to help you find the right space for your needs here at BeOffice!

Former Spring Factory, Open Loft Concept!

Chicago | West Town

$155 per hour
15
This early 1900's warehouse loft was formerly a Prohibition era distillery, then a spring factory for several decades, and was recently converted into a open loft space with an award-winning kitchen design. The space has many original architectural elements including beams from the World's Fair, 14' ceilings, cast iron pulleys and wheels used to power production machinery, solid oak floors and various Chinese and Japanese elements. The kitchen won 2nd place in Signature Kitchens & Baths mag!

Quirky, Cute Vintage Shop

Chicago | Bridgeport

$150 per hour
40
Quirky, cute vintage storefront. Colorful clothing & rotating art gallery walls meet modern gray interior with hand built wooden fixtures. We are a family-owned business in Bridgeport specializing in handmade, vintage & upcycled clothing, home goods & more. The walls are a light gray and laminate faux-wood flooring throughout. There is a bathroom on the property and central AC/heat. All fixtures are handmade and add a homey feel to the grayscale interior. A small curtained-off dressing room is in the back corner with a selection of vintage art & decor. Classic Chicago exposed vents go across the room along one side of the space. The space is 800 sq ft, only 12 ft wide.

New Studio In West Loop (Exposed Brick)

Chicago | Goose Island

$60 per hour
30
Spaces That Inspire Stories and Connections At our studio, we're not just about spaces; we're about the stories and connections that unfold within them. Our journey began with a simple idea: to create spaces where ideas can flourish and people can come together. From vibrant event venues to dynamic production studios, our spaces are designed with a unique blend of functionality and inspiration. A Community of Dreamers and Doers This studio is defined by its people—a diverse collective of creatives, entrepreneurs, and visionaries. Here, ideas intersect and inspiration flows freely, making our studio a place where creativity and progress know no bounds.

3600 SF Picture Frame Factory Loft

Chicago | Goose Island

$350 per hour
50
This enormous open and sunny loft features a pool table, dining for 10, well stocked kitchen, movie theater, 3 large bedrooms and bathrooms, jacuzzi, body spray showers, and eclectic art and furniture. Each floor is 1800 SF and the upstairs is largely open with 16 3x8' windows facing two directions. Absolutely stunning light for filming.

West Loop Production Loft

Chicago | West Loop Gate

$100 per hour
35
True to form West Loop loft - 1,100 sq feet boutique photo studio space/loft, 15ft ceilings, exposed brick. Perfect for production / photo shoots. Part of an integrated space, active and creative environment. We make cool "stuff" here all the time and invite you to do the same.

Spotlight & Neon Loft photo studio

Chicago | Garfield Park

$50 per hour
15
Responds within 2 hours
Complete self-service! Space size 850sqf Massive windows are facing west. Direct sunlight starting 1pm until sunset. Wall size with spotlights: 16ft(w)*14(h) Wall size with led laps: 13ft(w)*14(h) You can set any color for any spotlight on the wall, as well as set them to blink. Available colors (Red, Blue, Green, Purple, Cold White, Warm White, Pink). Please pay attention: smoking, alcohol, fog machines is NOT ALLOWED! Fee $300 You will be provided with 2 access codes that will allow you to gain access to the studio. Also after booking you will get 2 video instructions - How to get in building and find studio space - How to use equipment Furniture that you see on photos will be in the studio. Only one small wall-mount table in Studio. No Clothing Racks. No extra tables. Equipment: - 2 x light stands - 2 х 480 led lights 🚨Paper backdrops are free to use as backgrounds only. +$20 per seamless pull/color. Seamless pull: pulling the paper all the way under your feet where you step on it. Please add this during your booking at the add-ons sections if you need to pull the paper under your feet. Please do not cut paper backdrops yourself - fee $20. Only white and black colors are available. General Rules -All booking start and end times are inclusive of set-up and clean-up time. Please take that into consideration when you make the booking. (To avoid extra fees please enter the space at the prescribed starting time and vacate the space 5 min before the end of your booking time). -No smoking, vaporizers, smoke/fog machine in the building. Penalty Fee $200 -No guns, alcohol, drugs, smoking on the premises. Penalty Fee $200 -No confetti/glitter/faux moss/feathers/petals/paint splashes/smashed glass/smashed cake/fake snow/soil/sand in the space. Penalty Fee $200 -No tape of any kind on the walls. - Fee for a lost key for the studio $100 -Don't cut our paper backdrops. Fee $20. -No food in the studio. There is a shared kitchen on the floor. -You won't be able to record clear audio in this space. -Cancellation/rescheduling is possible only until 7 days before the booking date -For some bookings (large groups shoots, late nights, weekends, etc.) a $200 Security Deposit is required (Zelle, Cash App) - it's fully refundable in the next 1-2 days after the booking if no damages/rules violation occur during the booking. 🎤 I can't guarantee that you will record clear audio in this space. Studio Is not sound proof and is located near CTA subway green line. Usually It's pretty quiet in this studio, but you can hear train every 20 min. Sometimes you can hear my neighbors in the hallway.

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