Studio 440 Architecture & Acoustics

04/19/2024

Netflix Egyptian Theater

A comprehensive rehabilitation of the historic Los Angeles Egyptian Theater, including full structural upgrade, complete systems replacement, and restoration of all historic character defining features. Built in 1922 and originally opened as a silent film venue with a seating capacity over 1,000, the Egyptian had been extensively modified over the course of the last 99 years. This renovation returned the theater to a single screen, and rehabilitated significant areas of the interiors with a focus on providing historic accuracy, as well as 1920’s movie palace grandeur. The primary intent of the project is to foreground history; as well as the installation of state of the art projection and audio systems. Technical installations also include systems for the capture and broadcast of events which will be taking place at the venue, both exterior and interior. These technical systems are concealed or discreetly designed to respect the original interior.
Studio 440 was contracted by Netflix as both Architect of Record for the theater, retail building and site; as well as Executive Architect for the complete project. Multiple specialized design firms contributed to interior components, such as the retail installation, theatrical lighting, display and signage, concessions and catering kitchen, and Netflix facilities design standards.
A full structural upgrade of both the building roof, frame and foundations, as well as all historic elements, brought the theater into conformance with current building codes; as well as the California Historic Building Code. Care was taken to insure that all upgrades were concealed and did not alter the appearance of any historic building elements or features.

06/06/2023

An adaptive re-use project on the Walt Disney Studios Lot. A complete replacement of all building systems and interiors to transform an office complex into a state of the art Digital Post Production facility.
Planned around exterior courtyard spaces, the privacy and security of the filmmakers and their content was balanced with and a sense communal workplace and all-hands gathering spaces. Critical workspaces were layered deeply into the planning, reached only after circulating through less secure intervening spaces.
A digital screening room was incorporated into the facility by removing the building slab and excavating in order to achieve sight lines and screen height. The editorial rooms were designed to provide complete flexibility, with the ability to be configured for either picture or sound editing.
Using a material and color palate implying a residential look and feel, richly textured and comfortable finishes were designed for the long term comfort of the filmmakers.

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12/21/2021

Eikon Group’s16,000 sf Burbank facility will house state-of-the-art post production suites in various sizes, ranging from 125 sf to 1,200 sf. The project is developed with Eikon’s recently rebranded identity in mind. Geometric patterns are introduced in both technical rooms and supporting spaces such as lobby, conference rooms and open offices. Shades of green and gray colors along with a wide range of material textures are used to create this warm and welcoming
work environment.