Your Guide to Chicago's 10 Co-Working Spaces

Offices are usually made for employees in the same company. However, they can also be made to cater to the needs of different individuals and different organizations.

Working at home is nice, but as a solopreneur, working at shared office spaces not only removes the feeling of isolation -- it also gives a corporate feel to it even though your officemates aren’t of the same company.

Most importantly, it opens new doors to experiences and builds relationships with neighbors in a co-working environment.

So here are 10 co-working office spaces that you should try in Chicago... Dive in!

1. workVAULT

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Stylish brick walls with a combination of brown and light color palette, workVAULT is a co-working office space that caters the needs of solopreneurs, indie professionals, and freelancers. It boasts of high-loft ceilings and a rich working environment.

If you also want a room of your own and for your companions, they have private offices for entrepreneurs and consultants. You'll stay located in the heart of the city.

2. WeWork River North

Easily accessible by public transportation, WeWork River North has amenities like cleaning services, on-site staff, phone booth, conference rooms, printing, and fruit water. WeWork River North Office Space has most of the stuff you can ask for, and after the day when the sun goes down you have the option to relax by the thriving nightlife scene just right outside the door.

3. Forum West Loop 

With interior walls mixed with a light and vibrant red color palette plus a technology-centered workplace, Forum West Loop is a good choice for businesses that require a lot of IT management and hard copy documentation.

4. Amata Office Solutions 

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Tall buildings of glass exterior and light-colored interior design, Amata Office Solutions is a nice coworking space for legal services; with an affordable price for both private and shared office spaces plus highly trained professional staffs on hand ready to assist always. Amata Office Solutions also provides discounted parking options.

5. Assemble

Beautiful interior lighting with a lot of free amenities, Assemble is a good place for solopreneurs to excel. Access and security include a 24/7 key card access, security cameras, private phone booths, virtual mailboxes, discounted parking, and a nearby public transportation.

6. BLUE|1647 

Not just an office space but caters to development as well. BLUE|1647 also offers classes and workshops for members on People Development (classes, workshops, and events around technology), Workforce Development (through youth and adult technology programs to prepare individuals for high-demand jobs) and Business Acceleration (through shared coworking-services).

7. Coalition Impact

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Designed to have an abundance of natural light and expansive floor plans, Coalition Impact is the choice to have if you need a lot of outdoor vibes, a spacious environment, and freedom from distractions and interruptions.

8. Serendipity Labs 

This is a place where you can choose the number of co-workers you want to have. Interior design is comprised of white and gray color palettes. The building is also a secure infrastructure with an enterprise-class technology available.

9. 1871

Having a community that supports each other, a traditional co-working space with rooms that accommodates a lot of company growth needs, and educational seminars to technical workshops, are essential to a successful business. 1871 is just the right place for you. This bustling community is perfect for keeping you busy and on-the-go. Oh, they also have standing and treadmill desks.

10. Make Offices 

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Flexible? Professional? Affordable? Make Offices has it all, with 3 different co-working and shared office spaces in different locations around Chicago. They might just have one near your place!

Final Thoughts

Choosing a co-working office space is a tough decision, but with 10 different places to choose from, you might just find the right one. It all depends on your style of interior decor, community preferences, amenities available, or area accessibility.