Stony Brook University Student Union

Stony Brook University in Stony Brook, NY recently renovated its Student Union and requested submissions for the design-build of Audio Visual for 17 spaces in the building. The building is approximately 175,000 sq feet and houses staff offices for 15 different departments that share common conference rooms, a multipurpose ballroom, a lecture room, and classrooms. After a stringent selection process that included initial designs, an interview, and a presentation, Adwar Video was selected to design, specify, procure, and install all of the Audio Visual equipment for the new building.

One of the notable design challenges was the multipurpose ballroom. This room would be used for live performance, lectures, and as an oversized classroom. The electronics had to be simple enough to be operated by a solo teacher or student, as well as robust enough to be fully controllable for live performances by an AV manager.

Adwar’s design team chose a Crestron control system and a Crestron NVX IP video system to allow flexibility of the room configuration and future expansion. A Panasonic 16,000 lumen laser projector with Dalite tensioned screen was selected for visual presentation. The audio consisted of a full Dante based system to allow inputs and outputs as needed per event type and ease of configuration. A rear booth was designed for advanced control when needed. Additional audio components were a Yamaha TF5 console for the rear control booth, BiAmp DSP processors, JBL speakers, Crown amplifiers, and Shure wireless microphones. Mid-Atlantic racks with internal battery backup, West Penn Cat6 cabling, and Spectrum lecterns were also incorporated. All programming work was done by Adwar programmers. Project was completed ahead of schedule and on-budget. Additional rooms were ordered by the customer.

S&P Global Executive Floor Renovation (2023)

Amidst the bustling NYC Financial District, S&P Global unveiled a state-of-the-art executive floor renovation, revitalizing over 40 rooms with advanced AV technology. The mission was to upgrade the AV experience with intuitive systems, adhering to S&P Global’s established standards

The project spanned from intimate huddle rooms to an expansive executive boardroom, each equipped with Poly’s sophisticated solutions. Smaller spaces boasted Poly X70 sound bars and TC8 panels, while larger areas featured Poly G7500 codecs with TC10 panels. The integration of Atlona’s video and USB extensions, alongside Extron and Crestron controls, provided a seamless user experience, with Extron’s Android App operating on Poly TC10 panels.

The audio system’s excellence was achieved with Biamp DSPs, amplifiers, speakers, and TCM-X microphones, complemented by Sennheiser TCC2 microphones for conferencing and voice lift in the boardroom.

A hallmark of innovation was the custom solution developed to integrate Extron control with Crestron DM video switching, overcoming supply chain challenges and meeting project timelines. This ingenuity enabled the use of existing equipment in larger spaces, showcasing a harmonious blend of Extron and Crestron systems.

The project’s success is evident in the modernized AV equipment, from the 2×2 video wall in the reception area to the digital signage displays and versatile conference spaces. The floor now supports a range of functionalities, including Poly, Zoom, Teams calls, and BYOD capabilities, as well as Town Hall meetings with remote participation.

The executive boardroom, in particular, stands out with its rich features yet effortless usability. The project’s reliance on a robust AVB and Dante network, powered by Netgear M4250 series switches, underscores the technical sophistication that underpins this AV transformation.

S&P Global’s executive floor now exemplifies the future of corporate AV—innovative, user-friendly, and ready to meet the demands of tomorrow’s business landscape.

Executive Boardroom

Reception Area

Conference Rooms & Huddle Rooms

Kensho Technologies Presentation Space (2023)