Greenhouse Loft

My husband and I had our ceremony and reception at Greenhouse Loft (GHL) about 2 months ago, and let me tell you… absolutely AMAZING!!! Everyone was incredibly easy to with with from start to finish and they worked smoothly with our other vendors. The space, let’s talk about how wonderful the space is! So incredibly beautiful, and like everyone else the candle package is completely worth it! We had amazing weather and had our cocktail hour outside, which all of our guests really loved. We received so many compliments from our guests on the venue and how much they loved it and found it unexpected to be in the city! Lately, we had looked at so many loft like spaces in the city with only space for 2 stalls for restrooms, not GHL! You need not worry about having a line for your guests, which sounds silly but something you should think about for guests that are drinking alcohol. All in all, my husband and I could not have dreamt of a better venue to get married and were so incredibly thrilled with the outcome! I highly recommend you go with GHL! Simply amazing!

I just had my wedding at greenhouse loft –thank god I chose them for my venue. Was the best decision I have ever made. Natalie was the point of contact and the coordinator for the event and if u r smart enough to book the space and work with Natalie I am jealous. She was amazing. The event the space all of it was flawless

I was in a wedding last weekend and everything turned out wonderfully! Thank you for having the wedding the bride dreamed of. Beautiful space and well organized. Thanks!

My husband and I hosted our wedding reception here on 9.19.15 and this venue lived up to all the amazing reviews! The ambiance is gorgeous and it’s such a unique, modern & beautiful venue in the city. Natalie our event manager was such a pleasure to work with and made our day run so smoothly. We would highly recommend GHL to anyone looking for a wedding venue in the city!
Also– Get the candle package! We had so many guests compliment us on how amazing the lighting looked at night.

Everything about GHL was exceptional. This venue was the cornerstone to our wedding and we couldn’t have had such a memorable experience without Jamie, Natalie, and Steve. We also used them for our photography and photo booth. We booked about a year in advance of our wedding.
Initial impression and Walk through: GHL was the fourth venue we saw and when we walked into the space we immediately had the «this feels right» feeling. The space is large with tons of windows and neutral wood floors and white walls. It has a natural elegance that doesn’t need to be overly decorated and it is versatile enough to fit all but the most eccentric styles. Our first tour was with the co-​owner, Jamie, and we immediately felt at ease. She portrayed the confidence and professionalism that lacked at most of the venues we looked at. She showed us the whole space plus the photo booth, which is located in a large dedicated room off the main hall. She also showed us some of her photography as she also photographs about 50% of the events that they have. Her photographic style is journalistic, so not overly processed or affected. It was exactly what we wanted and when booked with the venue, comes with a discount. We also added the photo booth as it would give our guests a great opportunity to get fun photos of themselves. Also, the space has a dedicated parking lot and a security guard to help guests with transportation at the end of the night.
Before the wedding: everything was smooth. They answered any and all questions immediately and even stepped in when we were feeling overwhelmed with some of the other vendors. At the final walk though we met Natalie who is the event coordinator. She was able to schedule our walk through early to accommodate my work schedule. She created the floor plan handled all the administrative stuff. We liked her immediately.
The Day Of: We couldn’t be happier. Natalie was brilliant at keeping things moving. Jamie and Steve (the photographers) were exceptional and we even had some images from our wedding within an hour after we left; they process and print on site. They held the leftover items until the Monday after our wedding and made pickup a breeze.
Final Thoughts: Schedule a tour. The place sells itself!

Jamie at GHL and our event vendors did an incredible job arranging the space for our wedding. My husband and I have a style that’s best described as «simple but striking.» The clean lines of GHL with the incredibly beautiful arrangements by Pistil & Vine created an atmosphere that countless guests acknowledged as being the best wedding venue they have ever visited. Steve’s Ultimate Photo Booth was a huge hit, and was a real bonus for our family and friends. Steve’s portraits are really tremendous, and we are so glad we were able to have someone as talented as him at the wedding. My husband and I set out to create a timeless event that captured the best of us and the best of our home, and without a doubt, the team at Greenhouse Loft and our team of vendors accomplished that goal.
One of the main reasons we chose GHL was the ability to have an outdoor wedding and cocktail reception on site. Unfortunately, we had a bit of rain on our wedding day, forcing us to move the ceremony indoors. While we had a lot of trepidation about this happening, we were amazed with how beautiful the space was inside for the ceremony and how seamless the event was moving from ceremony, cocktail reception to dinner and dancing. In fact, it was in a way fortunate as (1) it’s good luck if it rains on your wedding day and (2) it was so hot outside that I believe everyone appreciated the air conditioning!

So glad that we found this venue for our wedding this month. We were absolutely amazed at the quality of the venue for the price. The staff were extraordinary in terms of responding to question during the planning process and took care of all the logistics that night and it couldn’t have gone better.

Gorgeous! Winner!
My cousin is getting married, and I checked out this venue for her. It was absolutely beautiful. From the elegant foyer with interesting art, to the beautiful room that spills into an outdoor space. Everything about this room was spot on.
Tons of natural light, a modern layout, and a photo studio attached to the room. There is a private dressing room for the bride to get all beautiful, just off the space.
I can’t wait for her wedding, it’s going to be beautiful.

Great space for a great wedding. Always wondered what that building was and know i know

Greenhouse Loft was the PERFECT venue for our 8÷16÷14 wedding! We looked at other loft spaces in the city, but Greenhouse Loft was definitely a level above the rest. The floor to ceiling windows are stunning. The staff was also very helpful– Genevieve helped us envision the timeline and even had rain contingency plans. Definitely go visit — it is gorgeous!

We got married at GHL in August, and the venue was perfect for our wedding. Jamie and team were receptive to our needs (a Hindu ceremony, civil ceremony, and reception all in one day), and they were super responsive throughout the whole planning process. GHL and all of our vendors worked seamlessly together, and the day-​of set up was exactly how we had envisioned. They even helped put up a few decorations for us the night before so our wedding day was low-​key and smooth. We loved this venue, and our ceremonies in and outdoors could not have been beat!

My husband and I fell in love with Greenhouse Loft when we first visited.
From the beginning, nearly 18 months prior to our wedding, our experience with Greenhouse Loft and the staff was outstanding. Everyone was so helpful, answering all of our questions in a timely manner and working seamlessly with our vendors. Jamie, Steve, and Ellen then Genevieve were great! We even dropped by unexpectedly one day with my in-​laws and Steve stopped what he was doing to show them around.
The space is incredibly beautiful. Our guests could not stop complimenting us on selecting such a unique and breathtaking spot that was very «us». We had our ceremony inside and then ventured into the garden for cocktails. There was plenty of space to mingle outside and have a game of cornhole. If the weather turned bad we had an option to use the lobby/​gallery which is equally stunning. Dinner was inside and was beautiful with the candle package.
Steve, Jamie (and Eric) also are great photographers! Jamie did our engagement photos and Steve’s photobooth was a highlight of the reception. They are reasonably priced for all that you get and they really know how to use their space at Greenhouse Loft.
I am so pleased with how our wedding turned out and I owe a lot of that to Greenhouse Loft.

Absolutely beautiful venue for a wedding including the outdoors area. One bartender was stellar, while the other was good at basic drinks. The food was decent, especially when thinking about wedding food. My biggest complaint is that the waitstaff in their urgency to clean up (prior to the wedding being over) threw away everyone’s favors from the tables. Not cool waitstaff, not cool at all!

My husband and I are minimalists, so it was super important for us to find a space for our December wedding that would require little transformation yet be able to reflect our personalities and style. Fortunately for us, GL is stunning even empty, and lends itself very well to just about any aesthetic preference.
Jamie and Ellen were very helpful, from the moment we first contacted them until the moment our reception ended. Even though we planned our wedding from LA, the distance never became an issue. They promptly replied to e-​mails, and consistently offered clear and detailed responses to all of our questions.
Having only seen the space during day-​time walk-​throughs, we were completely blown away when we saw the space filled with our family and friends the night of the wedding. With the lights dimmed, and the glow of candles reflected in the gorgeous floor-​to-​ceiling windows, the space looked incredible, and really helped set the tone for the ceremony.
We truly couldn’t have asked for a more perfect venue for our wedding, and are still hearing about how unique and gorgeous GL is from my guests.
TIP: Get the candle package, and opt for both the lobby and art gallery. You absolutely won’t regret it!

My husband and I got married on August 31^st at Greenhouse Loft. Here is every single reason why GHL made it the best day of our lives:
— The actual venue is absolutely breathtaking. It’s unlike every other venue in the city and I still get compliments from our guests about it.
— The garden! Oh my gosh the garden. We used it for our cocktail hour and it was absolutely perfect. There was plenty of room for everyone (approx. 120 guests plus staff) and the bench seating was a great idea for them to install. I could rave about this garden all day.
— The professionalism. Never once did I feel neglected or left in the dark. Let’s be realistic here… they pretty much have 2 weddings a WEEK. Jamie & Ellen always responded to my emails within hours, answered questions, offered suggestions, etc. They’re the nicest people in the biz.
— The photography! We used GHL Photography (pictures posted!) and they came about absolutely beautiful. There were pictures that took my breath away. The rates are totally on-​par with what you’d pay with any photographer in Chicago, but Jamie and Steve KNOW this venue. They know the lighting. They know the best angles. They know the go-​to shots. Plus, since they own the venue, you’ll have pictures until the very end of the night. One of my absolute favorite pictures of my husband and I was from the very last song that was played. You never have to worry about a timing restriction. Hire them for your peace of mind.
— The photobooth! OMG, the photobooth. I still have guests raving about this. Steve did such a great job capturing all of our guests personalities.
I could go on and on about GHL. Looking back, there is not a single thing I would change, and I owe a majority of that to GHL. Thank you Jamie, Steve & Ellen!

Greenhouse Loft is an amazing space! It’s provided a blank canvas for us to work with when doing ideation, innovation and consumer interactions. It’s wide open, bright, and fully customizable. Something about the space literally makes me feel more creative and productive.
The staff is amazing. Jamie has bent over backwards to accommodate all of our crazy requests with a smile on her face and a willing spirit. She has fostered relationships with the best caterers that provide the best food that keeps us going.
Go to Greenhouse Loft for your next business function. You’ll realize you’ve been missing out.

Just attended a friend’s wedding at Greenhouse Loft so I am writing this review as a guest to an event — no experience working with the venue personally.
This space is unique, charming, and the perfect size for a classy, intimate wedding. The Greenhouse Loft really is beautiful. It’s clean and bright, with wood floors and top to bottom windows. The ceremony and reception were in the same spot and the staff was able to transform the room.
I had vegetarian crepes as my meal and was very happy with them. I also noticed that a handful of bride and groom photos were posted on Greenhouse Loft’s instagram and they were so good!
Overall impressed with the venue!

We attended a wedding reception here. Not knowing what it cost, I can only say it was ok from a guest’s point of view. The wedding party rented the space, then hired an approved caterer — in this case, The Hearty Boys, and they did a fine job. The food was in the average category, and the space is quite loud. The large building they are in is apparently known to be environmentally friendly. They have a garage, but there’s also lots of free parking on the street (didn’t know there was this much left in Chicago!).

Was here last night for an e. luminate event called summer fling that my friend helped do the lighting for. The space is very nice and open to leave your imagination to run wild with ideas.
I loved the lantern lights and outdoor area. I do wish it was in a more travelled area seeing that finding a cab was extremely difficult.
Overall a nice location to consider for any event.

Came here for a wedding a few days ago and it was a pleasant experience and a great space for a the small, intimate ceremony that my gf and I went to. The space was just right with half of it for the reception, half for the ceremony/​dance floor. By far, what I was impressed with most was the outdoor area for cocktail hour. A great open air spot for wedding photos and mingling, it’s hard to believe that this used to be an old lamp factory when you’re standing there an open air space, hearing the traffic go by on the Kennedy.
The caterers/​servers were extremely professional and friendly. They went out of their way for the three kids at the wedding. They were quick to pick up but made sure that everyone was finished. A plus is that they served Two Brothers’ which is perfect for what their goal is: quality products from local businesses. Awesome spot.