Holistic planning of cultural-technical infrastructure for flexible and future-ready operation
A well-planned technical infrastructure is the foundation of a functional and future-oriented cultural building. We ensure that the building receives a flexible and future-proof infrastructure that supports operation, production and performance. This includes cable and signal distribution, power supply, networking, fixed or flexible rigging points and technical pathways between rooms and functions – ensuring that sound, lighting, video and stage-technical systems have the right capacity, placement and connectivity from the start.
A well-designed infrastructure reduces costs, simplifies operation and prepares the building for future upgrades.
Our role
As an independent consultant, we safeguard the overall relationship between theatre-technical and building-technical disciplines. We ensure that all technical pathways and connection points are planned correctly in the early phase, and that the infrastructure is dimensioned for both today's and future needs. This reduces costs, increases operational reliability and simplifies later upgrades.
Typical deliverables:
- Planning and dimensioning of infrastructure for signal, network and power supply
- Cultural-technical infrastructure integrated into walls, ceilings and floors
- Design of technical outlets and routing between rooms
- Integration with electrical, ICT and building installations
- Room-to-room signal distribution and central patch systems
- Technical principle sketches and coordination with other disciplines
- Strategies for scalability and future technology
Areas we cover
- Sound: signal distribution and network with patch panels
- Lighting: dimensioning, DMX/control networks and connection points
- Video / AV: direct transmission lines, network and patch systems
- Stage and mechanics: dimensioning of power supply and cable pathways
- Cross-disciplinary coordination: collaboration between electrical, architectural, structural and acoustic consultants
Coordination and documentation
We prepare clear drawings and principle sketches to ensure predictability in the construction process. The infrastructure is engineered so that technical systems can be developed and upgraded without major interventions in the building or routing. All documentation follows current standards and operational and safety requirements.
When infrastructure planning is relevant
- In early-phase and concept development of new cultural buildings
- During renovation or upgrade of existing systems
- When multiple technical disciplines must be coordinated in the same building
- When flexible solutions are needed to support multiple uses
A well-planned cultural-technical infrastructure is key to efficient operation and long-term functionality. Through holistic consulting, technical insight and interdisciplinary coordination, we ensure stable solutions with long service life.
