We
began this project with an empty shell space.
The intention was to design a broadcasting studio
and news room to promote Hearst studios headquarters
in Washington, DC, as a world class and renowned
studio. This project involved a complete build
out with all new materials and mechanical/electrical
finishes. OTJ coordinated the set design and
technical aspects including the layout of the
control room. OTJ coordinated and procured all
furniture with custom color arrangements and
materials. The office space was designed to
promote a multiple tasking environment. OTJ
coordinated the MEP engineers for all of the
studio requirements. The key element for this
project was the necessity for Hearst to function
separately from the rest of the building with
the requirement to be able to function 24 hrs
a day 7 days a week. The colors were chosen
to compliment the studio and office space when
filmed on television. The conference room was
designed to serve as a think tank room during
news flashes incorporating state of the art
technology. The ceilings were intentionally
designed to be higher in order for the lighting
to have optimum effect for the studio. The leaning
glass walls were designed to eliminate glare
on the camera when filming.
