The Art and Science of AV Venue Design

Setting up your venue’s AV is both an art and a science. With the right balance of tech and artistry, you can give audiences an immersive experience that is memorable for all the right reasons.

Let’s examine how art and science intersect to make your event a rousing success.

Sound

A room’s acoustics, or how sound waves travel, reflect and interact with physical spaces, are deeply important when setting up your performance space.

Room dimensions, speaker placement and capabilities must be recorded and utilized with scientific accuracy for clear, balanced sound in your venue. An audio visual consultant will ensure that the proper materials are hardwired into your building to give you the right acoustics.

Consider what you hope to accomplish during your show and the emotional reaction you want from your audience, and install your speakers and acoustic paneling accordingly.

Lighting

Lighting is another key technical component of AV venue design. Factors like color temperature, intensity and fixture placement can be precisely calculated to create the right ambiance and visibility. Automated lighting systems allow for dynamic, programmed light shows that heighten your audience’s sensory experience.

Lighting can also be used to create a sense of drama, highlight focal points and set an emotional tone, dynamically shifting the mood or energy of your event. Something as simple as subtle backlighting or a color wash can make a plain space more captivating.

Video

Finally, evaluate the technical aspects of video technology when outfitting your space. Display screens, projectors and other visual aids need to be sized, positioned and calibrated for optimal viewing in all parts of your venue. Video resolution and processing power must also be considered.

Striking video content and seamless transitions between visuals can make your event feel more artistic and emotive. Much like our favorite movies and TV shows, it is gratifying when there has clearly been a lot of thought put into visual design.

Science + Art = AV Magic

While science provides a much-needed technical foundation, it is nothing without a little art. Similarly, all art and no technique can make an event feel poorly planned. AV venue design is about creating immersive, memorable experiences that blend both science and art.

There is a reason we remember concert venues like the Red Rock Amphitheatre and The Sphere in Las Vegas just as fondly as the shows we saw there. By thoughtfully integrating your audio visual equipment with the overall aesthetic and architecture of your space, you too can create a captivating experience for your patrons.

Take Your Venue to the Next Level

Ready to strike the balance between science and art to give your audience a show they’ll never forget? Connect with an audio visual consultant at EDC. Let’s amplify your space together.