ABOUT OVATION
Ovation is a private event venue in Chicago, Illinois. A corner property along a serene, off the beaten path stretch of Fulton, we are just outside the perpetual hustle of the West Loop. We opened our doors in late 2014 after a year of re-imagining what was once an old foundry to create a highly versatile modern industrial loft space.
Ovation is home to creatives and makers from DJs to musicians in the Style Matters and String Theory collectives to graphic designers with BZAWERKS. A flexible, warm, and inviting collaborative workspace Monday through Friday, at week's end Ovation transitions into a carefully thought out haven for those interested in hosting a range of sophisticated fetes.
Guided by renowned architecture firm Brininstool + Lynch, we used nearly a decade’s worth of experience playing private soirées around the midwest to carefully construct an avant-garde, beguiling space with an emphasis on classic design elements. Our transparent business model was conceptualized with inclusivity and flexibility in mind. As dedicated purveyors of party, we equip you with bespoke amenities and expertise that will propel your event into the upper echelon of memorable celebrations. We are delighted you found us...
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Though the geographic footprint of our venue is considerable, our tight-knit team is a modest one. Owners Spencer and Bethany Lokken have been highly involved since the company's inception but our success is due strictly to dedicated family members and staff who have tirelessly committed themselves to creating and maintaining one of the most sought after wedding venues in Chicago. In addition to our behind the scenes heroes, your primary point person once you inquire will be Spencer and then our Venue Manager/Graphic Designer, Brian, will be on-site the day of your event. Our machine is a well-oiled one but we are constantly evolving and making consistent efforts to push the boundaries of hospitality and event execution.
GREENHOUSE LOFT
Spencer took the helm at the previously established private event venue, Greenhouse Loft, in 2019. Upon assuming ownership, Spencer and company feverishly implemented the Ovation model, adding a long list of new amenities. The venue underwent a complete design overhaul in order to appeal to the modern couple. Greenhouse Loft offers merrymakers one thing Ovation can not: breathtaking outdoor space. In contrast to Ovation's vast warehouse aesthetic, Greenhouse Loft has a more intimate layout and thus is more suitable for smaller scale weddings and social gatherings.
