About

Fifteen years ago Stuart Grannen, the founder of Chicago’s renowned Architectural Artifacts Inc., purchased an old charcoal factory in a once forgotten industrial section of the city. The factory is now in the heart of the newly developing Lincoln Yards neighborhood.

Stuart collaborated with an internationally acclaimed designer to convert this incredible factory space into an American Institute of Architects award winning home. They were committed to keeping the original aesthetic of the building and set off to preserve the fire brick and concrete walls, original factory windows and gorgeous timber beam floors and ceiling. Add one of a kind furnishing, art and soul, and voilà.

Stuart soon began receiving requests for photoshoots, film productions, and small parties which led him to the conclusion that this space was too special to keep to himself! He has decided to let others share in the joy of this architectural masterpiece. If you are looking to host 15 guests for a dinner party or 100 of your closest family and friends for an intimate wedding, Charcoal Factory Loft is a space like no other in the world!