A key requirement for the military was the ability to support secure video conferencing and presentations with the option to display dual side-by-side images, while also providing a larger single-image presentation mode for full-room viewing. Hewshott designed a custom video solution featuring a motorized projection screen and three laser projectors fed from a matrix switcher, allowing the system to seamlessly switch between multiple display configurations depending on operational needs. The new sound system includes upgraded loudspeakers, amplification, digital signal processing, and a mixing console, providing clear and intelligible audio throughout the room for both speech and multimedia presentations.

Because the facility is used for classified communications, the system design also needed to comply with strict government and military security requirements. These included adherence to physical security standards, integration with NIPR and SIPR networks, elimination of wireless and RF-based technologies, sound masking considerations, and specialized digital signage to clearly indicate system status during secure operations. Energy efficiency was another major objective of the project. Working closely with the electrical engineer, Hewshott specified new LED lighting throughout the space, including pendant downlights in the seating area and color-changing theatrical spotlights for the stage. The lighting systems are controlled through a new architectural lighting control system integrated with the AV control platform, as well as a dedicated lighting console that allows operators to create and recall customized lighting scenes and programmatic effects

The completed renovation successfully meets all project objectives and provides the military with a flexible, modern facility capable of supporting a wide range of operational scenarios. The integrated systems are designed to be intuitive and adaptable, allowing the space to be operated through a centralized touch panel control system or through individual components such as the audio mixer, lighting console, and video routing controls. Through close collaboration with the project team, Hewshott delivered a secure, high-performance environment that fulfills the client’s technical requirements and operational needs.