Charcoal Factory Loft

Charcoal Factory Loft is a Chicago wedding venue located at 1684 North Ada Street in the Lincoln Yards neighborhood, housed in a converted industrial charcoal factory. The venue features preserved fire brick and concrete walls, original factory windows, timber beam floors and ceilings, and an outdoor courtyard with ivy-covered walls and string lights, suited to intimate weddings, elopements, styled shoots, and editorial sessions. Founded by Stuart Grannen, who also founded Architectural Artifacts Inc., the conversion of the factory received an American Institute of Architects award. Located at 1684 North Ada Street, Chicago, IL 60642. Couples and vendors consistently highlight the moody industrial character, well-maintained details including ivy, black-framed windows, and original flooring, along with staff described as kind, professional, and accommodating even in urgent circumstances. The venue has hosted intimate weddings of around 50 guests.