Bloomberg HQ, London
Project Summary
Sandy Brown is proud to have contributed to the design of the new European headquarters for Bloomberg LP and has been actively involved from 2011 to completion. Located in the heart of the City of London, the new 3.2-acre site comprises two linked buildings which provide approximately 1.1 million square feet of office and retail space.
Daniel Stringer, leading the acoustic design at Sandy Brown added:
“The Client and architect have a real appreciation and awareness of the importance of good acoustics in the work place. They encouraged innovation and were willing to challenge accepted norms in relation to acoustic design. It has been a privilege to work on a truly Landmark Project with some of the most talented designers in the industry.”
Additional Comments
Cutting edge electro-acoustic technologies have been used to provide flexible room acoustics for several of the ‘Special Areas’. The Meyer Sound ‘Constellation’ system provides sophisticated sonic flexibility to simulate the natural acoustics of any space from conference centres to concert halls. Strict control of reverberation was necessary to facilitate the system’s optimum performance and this was achieved through innovation and collaboration.
Foster + Partners understood the value of sound absorption, sound diffusion and the effects these properties have on acoustic control. This appreciation and willingness to integrate acoustic and architectural design is exemplified in the double height Multi-Purpose Space.
The demanding acoustic criteria required for Constellation is realized in part by a visually stunning curved wall of glass and timber. The individual elements are set at contrasting angles mitigating any sound focusing and scattering sound reflections to adjacent surfaces finished with sound absorption.
The building is a testament to how good acoustic design can be seamlessly integrated into outstanding architecture. Sandy Brown believes that the work carried out for Bloomberg LP redefines the standard for office acoustics at its very best.
