Philosophy

Over the years of our practice, designing studio spaces for the creative, we have come to understand a number of fundamental truths which are integral to success.  These truths are at the core of our holistic approach in realizing the ambitions of our clients.

Ideas Matter

Ideas Matter

Arriving at innovative solutions requires the willingness to deconstruct vernacular approaches. There is a historic tendency for studios to copy or mimic previous studios in effort to capture what is believed to be the magic. This has led to both good and bad ideas being repeated, at the expense of new thought. New studios require new thinking which becomes possible when we let go of tired stereotypical approaches.

Acoustic Impact

Acoustic Impact

When creating a new studio, the cost and time involved leaves little room for error. The sound isolation, background noise and acoustic performance are all mission critical. Confidence in the end product starts in the design phase using acoustic approaches and construction types that are known and quantifiable.

To this end we have developed a tried and proven approach we term “controlled reflection geometry”. It is a control room design topology that embraces all the virtues of LEDE and RFZ approaches but builds upon them to create balanced and uniform multi-channel reproduction environments.

Materials Speak

Materials Speak

Our approach to design is “acoustic rationalism” where elements serve acoustic purpose and through their use and composition become aesthetic objects. We let the function serve the aesthetic and ensure the aesthetic serves a function.

We reject fake materials and contrived assemblies; things pretending to be something they are not. We focus rather on real materials and originality, celebrating their use with meaningful composition, juxtaposition and connection which becomes the look and feel of the space. The materials become a constituent and timeless truth and not a transitory fad.

We endeavor to let “materials speak” and in so are chosen for both their visual and acoustic appeal.

Phenomenon

Phenomenon

There are special places where you sense the gravitas of space, that transcends mere utility to truly have a feeling of its own. We say it has phenomena and genius loci (spirit of place). When you consider “studio” means “workplace of artists”, a studio should make people feel inspired. It should be a space where people feel creative, encourages experimentation, and rewards it with compelling results.

We endeavor to let “materials speak” and in so are chosen for both their visual and acoustic appeal.