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Sunroom Space opens risograph studio and shop in West Town

Sunroom Space opens risograph studio and shop in West Town

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Clare Byrne and Jake Stolz bring printing, records, and creative projects to a new West Town storefront.

Today: Sunroom Space opens in West Town

Overview

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Clare Byrne and Jake Stolz have opened Sunroom Space in West Town. The new space combines a risograph print studio, a record imprint, and a retail shop for various creative projects.

The opening adds a new resource for local artists and musicians. West Town now has a storefront where printing, music, and retail share an address.

Why it matters

For Chicago's independent artists and musicians, Sunroom Space offers a new place to print work and sell records in West Town.

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People Involved

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Clare Byrne
Co-founder, Sunroom Space
Operating Sunroom Space in West Town
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Jake Stolz
Co-founder, Sunroom Space
Operating Sunroom Space in West Town

Organizations Involved

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Sunroom Space
Creative studio and retail shop
Open in West Town

A West Town space combining a risograph print studio, record imprint, and retail shop.

Timeline

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  1. Sunroom Space opens in West Town

    Today Business Opening

    Block Club Chicago reports Clare Byrne and Jake Stolz have opened Sunroom Space, a risograph print studio and retail shop in West Town.

Scenarios

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Sunroom Space remains open and operating in West Town through 2027

Possible Resolves by Nov 10, 2027

Discussed by: Local business observers

If the studio attracts enough artists and customers, it could become a lasting fixture. The space would continue hosting printing projects and retail sales.

2

Sunroom Space closes or relocates within a year

Unlikely Resolves by Nov 10, 2027

Discussed by: Local business observers

Small retail spaces often face challenges. If foot traffic or sales fall short, the founders might close or move the shop.

Historical Context

One moment from history that rhymes with this story — and how it unfolded.

1991

Quimby's Bookstore (1991)

Quimby's Bookstore opened in Chicago in 1991, specializing in zines, comics, and independent publications. It became a gathering place for artists and writers.

Then

It attracted a loyal following and helped foster Chicago's zine culture.

Now

It remains open today as a fixture of the independent literary scene.

Why this matters now

Like Sunroom Space, Quimby's started as a niche retail space that grew into a community hub for independent creators.

Sources

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Block Club Chicago