The Music Lab is a creative reuse of an existing warehouse building. With a mix of creative open office suites, recording studios, rehearsal studios, and a potential music venue, this project is a reflection of Austin culture , a creative, music centered business hub. The design concept plays off of the music centered program, using a sound graphic “sound bars” as inspiration for the facade and cladding system. Using a storefront system in conjunction with metal panels with different finishes, we created a sound bar that spans the southern facade of the building. With a deep square floor plate, we looked for opportunists to bring natural light into the space. The introduction of a courtyard at the center of the building, we created a light well that brings natural light to the creative offices. This project is designed for the modern Austin business that is an integral part of the Austin Culture, and promotes the music centered theme of our city.
