Since 2015 we have been a working home for Chicago founders, remote workers, creators and small teams. We are at 1655 S Blue Island Ave in Pilsen, ten minutes from the Loop, with parking on site.
Everything below happens in that one building. Here is what each service is actually for, so you can work out which one you need.
Your business deserves a place to begin
You do not need every answer before you start.
You need a real address. A room where people know your name. A place that helps you take the next step.
Lobi was built for people who want to become successful business owners. Bring the idea. We will help you give it a place in the world.
Business mailbox
A real street address with a suite number, not a PO Box. Mail arrives here, our team logs it, and you decide what happens next from your phone: view it, request a scan, forward it anywhere, or have it shredded.
It suits people running a business from home, out-of-state companies that want a Midwest presence, and anyone who would rather their residential address stayed off invoices and public listings.
Packages are accepted from every carrier, not just USPS. See business mailbox details, or the specifics on scanning, forwarding and pickup.
One requirement: USPS Form 1583, notarised. That is federal law for any mail service, not our rule. You can sign it at our front desk. Our Form 1583 guide covers it.
Virtual office
Everything the mailbox does, plus the paperwork that makes the address usable as your business location: a signed agreement documenting your right to use the address, your company name on the building directory, unlimited scanning, and 1 meeting room hour each month on Pro or 2 hours on Premium.
The distinction matters more than most people expect. A mailbox receives your mail. A virtual office adds a signed agreement, meeting room access and member amenities. Confirm official address requirements directly with the receiving organization.
See virtual office plans and current pricing.
Private offices
Furnished suites for one to four people, with desks, chairs and storage, or bring your own furniture. Utilities, high-speed internet, printing and cleaning are in the monthly payment. Meeting rooms, kitchen, lounge, parking and 24/7 secure access come with it.
Terms are built to flex, so you can scale up, switch suites or leave when your needs change. Most approved applicants move in within a week.
See private offices and office space.
Meeting rooms and day space
Book by the hour when you need somewhere to bring a client, run a workshop or take a day away from home. Members get priority booking and discounted rates.
See meeting rooms and on-demand space. We do not sell coworking day passes.
The production studio
A fully equipped video and podcast studio: 4K cameras, professional microphones, lighting, a production-ready set, makeup room and kitchen access, with a crew on site to help with setup and filming. Post-production is available as an add-on.
It is built for business podcasts, YouTube content, brand storytelling, product video, webinars and course filming. These are the things that normally require hiring gear and freelancers separately.
See the podcast and video studio and studio rates.
Business services
Because most of what a small business needs from a building is administrative:
- Registered agent for Illinois: statutory agent of record, with same-day scans of anything served
- Notary: in person at our front desk
- Virtual phone number: a local 312 line that rings wherever you are
- Vetted resources: tools and providers we have actually assessed, with honest notes on who they suit
Which one do you need?
- Mail only, home address stays private → business mailbox
- You need a signed agreement and meeting room access → virtual office
- A room of your own, full time → private office
- Somewhere to meet clients occasionally → a meeting room by the hour
- Making video or a podcast → the studio
Still unsure? Compare every plan on one page or talk to our team. We will tell you if a cheaper plan does the job.
Come and see it
Photographs only tell you so much about whether a place suits how you work.
Book a tour, or just call (312) 248-7020.
