The IDEA Studio

The IDEA Studio: Chicago's Event and Corporate Meeting Space

The IDEA Studio is a customizable meeting and event space in downtown Chicago, with luxury interiors, full AV capabilities, and the options of meeting rooms to a 300-person capacity conference room. With over 6,000 square feet of versatile accommodations for events, the IDEA Studio is the perfect venue for events for groups as small as two and up to 300 people. We are located just above street level on the historic Magnificent Mile at Michigan Avenue and Upper Wacker Drive in the heart of downtown Chicago.

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For inquiries about The IDEA Studio, request a brochure, or schedule a preview, please contact ideastudio@iida.org or call us at 312-379-5174 or take a virtual tour here!

Each room in our space features luxury furnishings and impeccable design details that elevate your event or meeting and ensure your guests feel welcome and comfortable. The rooms also come equipped with state-of-the-art technology, in-room credenzas, video-conferencing capabilities, and access to gorgeous views.

The IDEA Studio offers multiple space configurations, customizable to meet your needs from classroom and theater-style seating, to cocktail party, or a setup tailored just for your event. Our A/V capabilities include Wi-Fi for you and your guests, two projector screens, TVs, wireless mics, video conferencing, and a programmable lighting system. You'll also have access to interactive whiteboards, pinboards, and a podium and stage.

You'll have access to our on-site Catering Kitchen, and you'll be provided with a list of recommended food and beverage vendors, including quick-service and full-service catering. No matter what your needs are, we are equipped to handle light snacks or lunches to cocktail hour and full meals.

Book the IDEA Studio for your next corporate off-site, collaborative workshop, sales meeting, client presentation, executive dinner, cocktail reception, parties, or holiday event.

Full AV: WIFI, 2 projectors and screens, wireless mics, video and audio conferencing
Podium stand
Luxury furnishing with collaborative tables and chairs
Lounge breakouts with iconic furnish
In room credenzas for materials, food and beverage, etc.
Interactive whiteboards
On-site catering prep kitchen (no restrictions on vendors)
Private restrooms
Private coat closet
On call host
30 mins before your rental time to set-up and 30 mins after your rental time to break-down