Welcome to The Design Barn - a spunky venue with a whole lot of creative oomph! A little bit country, a little bit industrial, and a whole lot unforgettable. Designed for couples who want something different, personal, and completely customizable, The Design Barn blends rustic charm with modern industrial style to create a wedding day that truly reflects you.

We are proud to call the countryside home. Surrounded by small towns, country roads, and friendly faces, The Design Barn offers a warm, welcoming atmosphere just 45 miles south of Chicago - a pleasant drive, just 10 minutes east of I-65 where Route 2 meets Route 231. It is the perfect Northwest Indiana wedding venue - close to Chicago, yet peaceful, private, and uniquely yours.

Our venue aesthetics combine rustic warmth with modern industrial design. Large clear glass garage style doors fill the space with natural light and create a seamless connection between indoors and outdoors. A spacious covered patio provides the perfect setting for cocktail hour, outdoor mingling, or sunset views across the property.

The Design Barn also offers countless photo opportunities throughout the grounds, including our signature floral mural, scenic open fields, and charming countryside backdrops that couples and photographers love.

This is not a one size fits all venue. The Design Barn is home to your customizable, all inclusive wedding venue experience. We believe your wedding should feel like you, not like a template. From fully customizable decor options and flexible floorplans to unique menu choices crafted by our in house Executive Chef and full bar packages, every detail is designed to match your vision.

Our space can accommodate up to 300 guests comfortably, yet it is thoughtfully designed to make even smaller celebrations feel intimate, warm, and cozy.

Whether you are dreaming of a rustic barn wedding, industrial wedding venue, elegant country wedding, or a fully personalized celebration, our space adapts to your style. Our team works closely with you to bring your ideas to life while keeping planning simple, organized, and stress free.

The Design Barn is set apart by:

• Fully customizable decor options
• All inclusive wedding packages
• Unique menu options created by our in house Executive Chef
• Full bar service
• Indoor and outdoor ceremony options with indoor reception space
• Large glass garage doors with abundant natural light
• Covered outdoor patio perfect for cocktail hour
• Beautiful photo locations including a floral mural and open countryside fields
• Capacity for up to 300 guests with flexible layouts for intimate weddings
• Convenient Northwest Indiana location near Chicago
• Personalized planning support

A truly unique, one of a kind wedding venue designed for couples who want a celebration as memorable as their love story.

At The Design Barn, collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. Let's design something unforgettable together - let's create your best day ever!