This brick event hall in San Francisco's SoMa district holds up to 200 guests standing or 150 seated, under a large skylight and redwood rafters. Wall-to-wall Edison bulbs, color-changing LED uplights, a PA with microphones and a bar serving beer, wine and cocktails make it ready for conferences, panels and evening receptions.
The hall changes character with the time of day. In daylight, the skylight fills the room with sun, which suits a conference or a long working session. After dark, dimmable Edison pendants take over and the brick and wood glow warm, which is the setting most hosts picture for a panel discussion followed by a cocktail hour.
The Space
Exposed brick walls rise to a wood-beamed ceiling with
This brick event hall in San Francisco's SoMa district holds up to 200 guests standing or 150 seated, under a large skylight and redwood rafters. Wall-to-wall Edison bulbs, color-changing LED uplights, a PA with microphones and a bar serving beer, wine and cocktails make it ready for conferences, panels and evening receptions.
The hall changes character with the time of day. In daylight, the skylight fills the room with sun, which suits a conference or a long working session. After dark, dimmable Edison pendants take over and the brick and wood glow warm, which is the setting most hosts picture for a panel discussion followed by a cocktail hour.
The Space
Exposed brick walls rise to a wood-beamed ceiling with redwood rafters, and satin curtains soften the room. A collection of art and eclectic furniture, including leather chairs and wooden tables, gives the hall a lived-in, comfortable feel rather than the blankness of a conference center. It was designed to be inviting, and it photographs well, with backdrops and professional lighting equipment on hand for photography and filming.
The hall sits at ground level inside a SoMa coworking space, and a past visitor noted that it is easily accessible from the street.
Layout and Capacity
The room holds up to 200 guests for a standing reception and up to 150 seated. It can be set theatre-style for talks, classroom-style for trainings, in cabaret rounds for a workshop or with dining tables for a seated meal. Rows of chairs work well for panels and talks, and the furniture can be cleared for mingling once the program ends. For evening events, the color-changing uplights add color to the brick walls, while the Edison pendants dim down for a softer look.
Amenities and Equipment
- Large skylight for natural daylight
- Dimmable Edison pendant lights throughout and color-changing LED uplights
- PA system with microphones for speakers and panels
- Projector, flatscreen TV and whiteboard
- Professional lighting equipment and photography backdrops
- Wi-Fi, air conditioning and an ice machine
- Ground-level, wheelchair-accessible entry
Food and Drink
The venue provides the bar, with beer, wine and mixed cocktails available for your event, and outside alcohol is not permitted. Catering is handled by approved caterers only, so ask the venue team for their list when you inquire. The ice machine on site helps the bar keep pace during a busy cocktail hour, and because the drinks are served in the same room, a reception can follow a daytime program without moving your group.
Events It Suits
As a private event space with built-in sound and party uplighting, the hall works as a corporate event venue for daytime programs and as an event venue for rent for evening celebrations.
- Conferences, panel discussions and networking nights
- Executive retreat sessions and company meetings
- Holiday parties with a cocktail hour under the Edison lights
- Engagement and anniversary receptions with a seated dinner
- A birthday party venue for larger groups who want warm, characterful surroundings
Past guests describe the hall as versatile and warm, and mention a helpful host and venue team who kept their events running smoothly.
Planning Notes
Smoking is not allowed in the building. Third-party A/V is subject to approval, so share any production plans in advance. Bringing your own DJ is not allowed, and promoted or ticketed events cannot be hosted here. The venue does not hold a wedding licence, so ceremonies are not offered, though receptions and celebrations are welcome. The hall has no soundproofing, so keep that in mind for very loud programs.
Paid parking facilities are available nearby. The entrance is at ground level and the hall is wheelchair accessible, which makes arrivals simple for larger groups and guests with mobility needs.
To plan your event, check open dates on Events in Minutes and send an inquiry with your guest count, preferred layout and the time of day you have in mind. The venue team will confirm catering, bar and A/V details with you.
