THE PROBLEM WITH GENTRIFICATION!…read more I set up an appointment to check out their available offices for rent. Mind you, this place is in PILSEN, a culturally diverse area that is known for its rich Mexican heritage. Well...I get there and the receptionist clearly does not know anything about pricing. She first tells me pricing is not her thing, then she says something about a credit check...I should have picked up on where she was going then...THEN she says something about it being negotiable. Turns out, the guy I was supposed to meet with, Patrick, didn't even make himself available to meet with me during my scheduled appointment to answer my questions. Then, Patrick comes in, doesn't say hello, doesn't even make eye contact but the receptionist tells me he'll be with me in a minute. So, after about 5 minutes he comes in and asks me what I do. I tell him I'm a psychotherapist...he doesn't seem to have a CLUE what that is, neither did the receptionist. I explain..."I'm a licensed clinical professional counselor. I see clients for depression and anxiety...blah blah blah". He says he still doesn't understand AND he's worried about safety! SAFETY?! He then goes on to tell me that the other tenants need to be comfortable and that tenants have access to the entire floor (kitchen, waiting room, etc.) so he's "concerned" about who will be coming in for appointments. Hmmmm.... I try to explain again...this time at a kindergarten level. I try the term "couples counseling"...he gets it. FINALLY! But, then he goes back to the safety issue. Hmmmm...THEN....THEN he goes into.."I'll have to run your credit"...of course...duh! I simply said, "Patrick, I have great credit". I thanked him, shook his hand, and got the F outta there! Now, as a black woman, I'm used to this kind of tom foolery but I would expect that in the heart of downtown NOT in Pilsen. I'm a professional...TREAT ME LIKE A PROFESSIONAL! I WOULD NEVER RECOMMEND THIS SPOT. Not to mention the people that I did see renting space there WERE ALL WHITE....NO DIVERSITY. THIS IS THE PROBLEM WITH GENTRIFICATION PEOPLE. SO SAD!

LUXURY AT HALF THE COST…read more I am a Hispanic female licensed real estate broker, and I am a tenant at Lobi space. My partner and I have shared a suite at Lobi for almost seven months and our experience has been excellent from the very beginning. When we first met Patrick the on site property manager and his partner Bernard we knew we were in the right place. Their professional, friendly, approachable, welcoming and in our case accommodating to the smallest detail. For example, neither my partner or I are the most tech savvy people and we can at times be "needy" when it comes to assistance with our tech issues. Both Patrick and Bernard have always come to our rescue when we have our tech meltdowns. Mind you their property managers, not IT guys or crisis prevention staff. I can't emphasize enough what helpful, kind gentlemen they are. They not only accommodate all the Lobi tenants like this but they go out of their way to create a family friendly, safe, and pleasant work environment for all. Meanwhile giving us the most beautiful space to work out of, we love showing off our office and the Lobi space to our clients. Lobi space is a perfect refection of the Pilsen neighborhood, in fact it is adorned with art work by local Pilsen artists. Additionally, their admin assistant Kathy has been a God sent since she came on board. She is right in sync with Patrick & Bernard's philosophy of creating a comfortable yet professional work space. Every client I've had come in comments on how friendly and accommodating she is. Lastly if your looking for a professional, chic, affordable, friendly and DIVERSE office space where the majority of the Lobi tenants are MINORITY OWNED BUSINESSES come visit our space. I guarantee you'll love coming to work everyday, I know I do. P.S. Our office space comes with WIFI, copier, fax and scanning services, security system, and private parking.

Located on a quiet neighborhood, this building hosts office spaces and event venues. The eclectic…read moremurals in the building make this area fascinating. I recently attended Macy's Fake Wedding. There was a plethora of wedding vendors for cakes, cupcakes, catering, photography, videoing, renting venue spaces and drones for videos, wedding gowns, invitations, registry, and more. It was a great party with food samples, appetizers, drinks, and live music. There was even a wedding ceremony for renewing vows with a drone recording the ceremony, a string quartet, and the couple doing the first dance as husband and wife.

The study was a great overall experience!…read more The valet was amazing! Staff was very sweet and accommodating. The place is beautiful and comfortable! The view of Chicago was stunning! However, a few things happened in my room that made my one night stay disappointing was: 1. My tv did not work. I tried to play Netflix and it played it for like 5 mins and then my tv went black. It kept doing that. 2. The first time I used the restroom the whole toilet paper holder fell out the wall. And there was no way to put it back without the constant falling. Other than these two things my stay was a great experience'

Aw dang. You never been to the Study? Babies, you gotta get out your house and get your work on…read moredown there. Seriously, if you're in the market for a coworking spot you gotta do yourself a solid and give the Study a slide. This place is the tops. You know how hard we work? Pubert can work. But sometimes working at home can just get us all crazy in the head. That open bottle of wine from last night is calling. The cats are screaming -- it's like, kitty, I just fed you and you still hungry? Babies, we just gotta change out of our softpants, put on some bigboy slacks, and get to work. For those of us that work for ourselves, having a place like the Study all local and stuff makes it so easy to please those clients. Our clients happy, Pubert happy. This dude that run the thing, Andy, the guy is legit. Andy'll take care of you. He keeps the Study real nice. Fast internet, lotsa desks and tables, quiet atmosphere. And listen, babies, this dude made us some pour-over coffee. Yeah, you heard that right. Dude busts out the Chemex and makes us coffee. We had to do a doubletake. We judge a coworking space by how much work we can pound out. And babies, you'll never believe how productively the Rose & Company rocked it while at the Study. Got them proposals out, them numbers crunched, the clients pleasured. With time to spare, we even busted out for a quick slurp over at the Goose Island tap room that is literally on the same block as the Study. Can't beat that, babies. Gimme them hops! Maybe you see us there next time you come in. Pubert all over the country these days, but Chicago is where we hang our hat. And when we home in Chicago and need to crank out some work, the Study is our spot. Convenient and quiet. That's our jam. Now get to work!

I've been working from this office space for over a year with a dedicated resident desk. I chose…read morePlatform because of the location and the fair prices, and there are many convenient amenities nearby. The office has a great friendly vibe, largely because of the people who use the space, and they've done a nice job of supporting networking social hours. I recommend it - especially for someone who is looking to create a sense of community while working remotely.

When I first entered Platform, I greeted the person at the front desk and let her know it was my…read morefirst time in the space. I was expecting a mini tour, things to know about the space, a quick list of rules, etc. Instead, I felt like I was bothering her. She didn't move, she just said, "the kitchen is that way" and pointed to her right. I spent the rest of the day slowly walking into hallways and rooms, wondering if I was intruding on a private workspace or if I was entering a phone room. This place is very, very quiet. Even whispering makes you feel awkward. I was with a co-worker and we were whispering quietly to each other after walking in. I was saying hello, the usual greetings. A woman nearby walked over to tell us that we needed to not talk because she was trying to concentrate. I was so irritated that my coworker and I up and left. We worked the rest of the day at a nearby coffee shop that was warm and friendly. I'm not sure if whispering is banned in the main work area but if so, I didn't see any signs and we weren't given rules. I wasn't sure if I should have defended myself or if I was actually in the wrong. Overall cold and frustrating vibe for me. Will stick to coffee shops in the future.

Beautiful space and absolutely terrific staff + team. Love both the Fulton Market location and the…read moreLoop. Beautiful design and a great space to do actual real work.

Beautifully designed space with amazing details. Definitely recommend this space for anyone looking…read morefor a coworking space in the loop! The staff is friendly and incredibly helpful!

I've been a member for about six months, and I love the space. Included in the membership are…read moreunlimited free coffee, great wifi, free or low-cost events with leading industry experts, and other member perks like discounts at hundreds of restaurants, stores, and online. I appreciate the layout of The Wing- open spaces with a lot of phone charging stations, headphones, and spaces to sit. The space includes a quiet room, meeting rooms (at an additional cost), phone booths, a gorgeous (and generously stocked) bathroom, and a pump room for nursing moms. The bathroom is stocked with anything/everything you may need for showers, a little pick me up, or some refreshing after/before work. The front desk is filled with friendly hostess who will answer any question you might have. They also have additional chargers, cables, etc. for you to borrow. The Wing has a 'no outside food' policy but does offer a small curated cafe menu for your eating and drinking needs (wine included). Love the location as it looks out onto the city but be warned, better take public transportation because there is very little street parking and lots are upwards of $20 a day.

Started my first day yesterday- as a now fully remote worker, I really wanted to be able to work…read moreoutside my house once in awhile and love that the Wing had a package for 5 days a month. The location is primo, the staff super friendly and nice, and just overall they've thought of everything- from iPhone chargers to coffee to different nooks and offices to work in. It's as pretty in person as the pictures suggest. I find the price point very fair for what they're offering as well. Highly recommend!

Great place! All new, modern, and functional! Great prices too. You can get a cube for $20 a day!…read moreAlso, very well located, 7 min from the Grant Red Line, 5 min from Merchandise Market Brown Line, and 8 min from the Clark/Lake - Blue/Pink/Green/Orange, tons of good restaurants around, 2 blocks from the river. Really nice! If you are tired of working from home, it is definitely an excellent choice. And if you are not much into the social club coworking place... (if you know what I mean), this is nothing like that. It feels much more professional and it does feel like I can concentrate more into work without distractions. I would recommend to anyone needing space to actually work.

Best space in river north, lots of extra Room high quality finishes, perfect location. Really love…read moremy new office.

I had my baby shower and 40th birthday party at The Bureau Chicago. I scheduled a walk through…read morefirst and had all of my questions/concerns answered. I was confident that my event was going to be a success, and most importantly, I felt that if I needed anything the day of, that they would assist me. I was right, my event went off without a hitch! In fact, it was amazing!! I've referred several people who've booked their event and thanked me for giving them the referral! The Bureau Chicago is very unassuming from the outside, you have to see it to believe it. It is truly a gem of a venue. It has a spacious and open floor plan, but also has nooks and crannies to store things. There was a perfect place for everything, like coats/coat rack, benches, trash cans, table space, etc. It is simply gorgeous space! This is the perfect venue for ANY event!!!! Thank you to The Bureau Chicago, you've got a super fan in me!

From the owner: workVAULT is a sophisticated office and meeting that provides a high-end coworking environment for…read morebusiness professionals looking for a footprint in downtown Chicago. Located in the heart of the South Loop, workVAULT offers private offices, dedicated desks, and creative open work spaces.

Perfect experience. I can't say enough good things about it. Scout is the best possible host and…read morecoordinator. Everything was so seamless and convenient. Finding the right venue is stressful enough so you'd always hope to have someone as kind as Scout! We hosted a pop-up for our small jewelry business, and it was perfect. This beautiful space can be used for more than weddings. The venue itself was the perfect size. The fact that we didn't have to bring our own tables or chairs is such a huge plus. And the fact that there's a huge free parking lot for the venue is enough to want to book the place. Beautiful interiors, comfortable temperature. Everyone loved it. I hope to do another event here!

I had my baby shower here but it's a great place to rent for any kind of event! It's a very nice ,…read morefancy , clean , big space , with a stage , 2 bathrooms (male & female) , kitchen, and now a patio!! Will definitely be recommending to everyone!