When Schindler moved into its new, purpose-built Sydney headquarters, the ambition was one that we were excited to get behind: an elevated experience across every space, with rooms so consistent and reliable that anyone in the business can walk in and run a meeting with confidence. Working alongside the Schindler team to develop the scope, we understood that the technology in each space needed to align with its use case, the architectural constraints of the area, and Schindler's operational processes and global network security parameters.

Operating on Microsoft Teams Rooms on Windows, the interface is identical throughout the building, with Q-SYS providing the backbone for video distribution, audio processing and control across the entire floor. In the executive boardroom, two Shure MXA920 ceiling microphones deliver exceptional clarity, while a Poly E70 camera with multi-framing delivers screen equity, giving far-end and in-room participants an equal presence on the 98-inch display.

The five training rooms were designed around the way each is used. Rooms three and four are joinable for larger corporate events. A partition sensor detects when the wall opens, and the rooms combine automatically, with audio joining and the rear projector and overflow displays coming on without any input from the presenter. Training room five is the national technical training room, where apprentices from around the country undertake training. It carries presenter-facing and room-facing cameras, lapel and Catchbox microphones for engagement, and a confidence display so the trainer never has to break engagement with the students. Wireless presentation runs on Crestron Air Media, chosen so presenters can share content without a connection to the corporate network.

The breakout space presented genuine architectural challenges: a large central void introduced both ambient light and acoustic conditions to be considered in our design. A combination of point source column and ceiling speakers were strategically located for even coverage throughout, and an ultra-high-lumen output Panasonic projector with a custom ultra-short-throw lens achieves a bright 150-inch image over a throw distance of less than two metres.

The result is what Workspace AV and Schindler set out to achieve: a building where every space performs at a high level, and anyone can walk in and get started regardless of their technical aptitude. The outcome: an elevated experience across the building, with rooms that perform reliably every time they are used.