To give organisations the flexibility to grow and respond to change, Buro Happold designs and implements ‘smart’ infrastructure to support integrated voice, data, Internet, remote working, security and multimedia applications. Our holistic approach to design means we always consider the whole system and its operation, while also emphasising the importance of individual components.

Drawing on our multi-disciplinary expertise, we ensure a high quality delivery of multimedia distribution in sectors as diverse as schools, museums, arts centres, airports, residential complexes, leisure facilities and hospitals. Above all, we understand the key drivers in each sector, so are able to tailor our technology strategies to an organisation’s needs and commercial objectives.

Multimedia can be used for many purposes, from video on demand to interactive displays in public spaces that can bring a subject to life for visitors in a visually exciting and absorbing way. It can enhance teaching techniques and create innovative learning environments in schools and academies, as well as boosting business performance through videoconferencing.

Recent advances in core network and access technologies are giving rise to a growing market for delivering audio and video services (along with voice and data) over high speed data networks. New media technologies such as IPTV (Internet Protocol TV) and HDTV are making possible real-time, future-ready multimedia solutions that offer crystal-clear picture and sound.

With our wide experience of multimedia distribution we are able to help clients select appropriate equipment for manipulating, encoding, decoding, streaming and displaying multimedia. Our focus is on combining cutting edge design solutions with efficient installation and commissioning. By providing a detailed multimedia brief from the outset, we ensure a high level of integration with the engineering objectives.

Buro Happold’s technology integration team is at the forefront of audio-visual, acoustics, building integration, IT and security consultancy. Our multi-disciplinary approach enables us to add value by augmenting other key skills during each phase of design and development. With the focus now on flexible, integrated services, we provide the vital connectivity and support for today’s knowledge-based environments.