ITV Newsroom

What we did:

This project was part of an overarching scheme to enhance the building’s facilities whilst maintaining ongoing broadcasting for one of the world’s leading news channels. It required moving the entire newsroom elsewhere within the same building, involving out of hours relocations with a complex (if temporary) programme of prewiring and environment preparation.

The longer-term challenge was to update and futureproof the newsroom from a technological perspective and to match this with a layout and furniture that meets 21st century needs. In both cases, the current newsroom was no longer fit for purpose. Throughout the project, there were change requests which we needed to incorporate with minimal impact on deadline and budget.

Putting people at the heart of this scheme, we conducted an in-depth review, with all staff asked to contribute their suggestions for a better-functioning newsroom workspace. This was combined with a full technical programme covering everything from design and strip out through to M&E works, IT and structured cabling.

A highlight of the scheme was the interior design of the office space, breakout areas including acoustic booths for private discussions, kitchen/ café area and edit suites. All designed to meet current requirements for both hybrid working and a 24 hour news cycle with softer furnishings and muted colours plus sit/stand desks for adaptable user posture.