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The IDEA Studio

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

The IDEA Studio is a customizable meeting and event venue in downtown Chicago, with luxury interiors, full AV capabilities, and the options of meeting rooms to a 150-person capacity conference room. 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.

Contact

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!

Explore the Space

A speaker addresses an audience in a modern meeting space, with a large screen displaying "Welcome!" in the background.
A group of people attend a design presentation in a modern office space, showcasing collaborative work and discussion among participants.
A large group of attendees listens intently to a speaker at a conference, with laptops and lunches on their tables, in a modern venue.
A modern meeting room features a glass door labeled "CHICAGO," with stylish décor, including black and white patterned walls and sleek furnishings.
A modern conference room features a long table with black chairs, sleek decor, and a large screen at one end. Natural elements enhance the space.
A modern conference room features a long table, ergonomic chairs, a tablet, and decorative elements against a stylish patterned wall.
Three professionals collaborate at a round table in a modern meeting room, utilizing laptops, with "BOGOTA" visible on the glass wall.
A modern meeting room features a round table surrounded by stylish chairs, a wall-mounted TV, and inspiring design quotes.
A glass office door features the word "MILAN" in bold letters, with a modern meeting space visible behind it, showcasing stylish decor.
A modern conference room featuring a large white table surrounded by black mesh chairs, with decorative items and storage cabinets.
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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

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