RIOS Redefines Global Entertainment and Media Campuses
The Future of Entertainment Campus Design
RIOS is shaping the future of global entertainment studio campuses in Asia Pacific, North America, and Europe. By tapping into the pulse of the entertainment industry and promoting visionary design, our work is influencing global trends in media, film, and soundstage design. For nearly 40 years, RIOS has been centered amidst the creative energy of Hollywood, providing unparalleled insight and expertise.
"Across our global practice, our projects are redefining the future of content creation. From content campuses that connect with the community, to bringing a new vision to artist representation, to entertainment-focused master plans, venues, and experiences – we are defining a new wave of disruption for a rapidly changing industry.”
— Andy Lantz, CO-CEO & Creative Director, RIOS
Preserving the Legacy of Hollywood through Adaptive Reuse
In collaboration with Sony Pictures, RIOS transformed the original 85-year-old Sony Scenic Arts Building into a grand multipurpose event space, achieving Fitwel certification and LEED Gold. The renovations included expanding existing production offices and backlot trade spaces while connecting to a new building with adaptable production office space. The revitalized design preserves the unique character of the 1939 Scenic Arts Studio while reimagining it into a functional and culturally immersive experience that invigorates cinematic history.
Echelon Studios
Reinventing the typical sprawling studio lot, Echelon Studios is the first purpose-built urban studio in Los Angeles in over two decades. The soundstage production facility and creative office campus brings a full-service studio lot, integrating the best of technology and creative resources by stacking the offices and bungalow villages vertically and opening spaces to the outdoors for a stronger connection to the public realm. Read more in the LA Times.
UTA Bungalows
The global talent agency’s office for their Creators division of digital talent, gaming and esports and audio groups, as well as their management company, offers a village of distinct spaces, blending bold aesthetics into a vibrant tapestry of creativity. With dynamic environments curated for connection and productivity, UTA Bungalows creates an inspiring workplace for artists, influencers, and creators, reflecting UTA’s mission to propel culture and foster connection. Read more in the Hollywood Reporter.
Harlow at Sunset Las Palmas Studios
Inspired by the glass stages of the 1920s, this 11-acre creative media production campus blends the neighborhood’s rich legacy and honors the historic Hollywood production lot it resides in with modernity for today’s leading creative companies.
"In looking at studio production spaces worldwide, we prioritize adapting to market changes, reusing existing buildings and optimizing urban space. Our industry expertise ensures that all technological, pre-production, and post-production needs are seamlessly integrated into the overall spatial design."
— Bob Hale, Creative Director & Partner, RIOS
More Entertainment Projects by RIOS
As a partner in the entitlements process, RIOS collaborates closely with clients to navigate regulatory landscapes and achieve their vision. Our expertise in architecture, urban design, and strategic planning ensures sustainable growth and development for ambitious entertainment projects. RIOS has led the following masterplan projects:
- Reaffirming Television City as a premier production facility with a $1 billion renovation
- Expanding FOX Studio with 1.6 million square feet of new production facilities and amenities to meet global entertainment industry demands
- Developing a connected and sustainable campus for NBC Universal, the world’s largest working television and motion picture production studio
- Preserving Paramount Pictures‘ historic core while enhancing operations and fostering innovation for future filmmaking