Audio Tech Company
Location
Edinburgh
Project Team
Michael Laird Architects
Deliverables
- Brand Experience
- Spacial Storytelling
- Wayfinding
- Technical Drawings
- Manufacture and Installation
This audio tech pioneer wanted a workplace that didn’t just look like their brand, it needed to sound, feel and behave like it. They asked agency4D to turn their identity into an immersive environment where every surface, material and moment amplified who they are.
We fused sound, design and spatial storytelling to create an environment that resonates visually, emotionally and experientially.
The space needed to:
embody the brand’s sonic identity
create intuitive wayfinding and clearer spatial flow
inspire employees and impress visitors
blend tech, craft and storytelling into one harmonised experience
Designing a space that “sounds like them”
We defined a strategy that grounded every decision in the company’s audio legacy. This meant shaping the environment around:
rhythm, movement and sound wave geometry
brand touchpoints that reinforce innovation
a flow that improves understanding of the space and its use
A bold, immersive visual language
We translated the brand’s acoustic identity into graphical form. Key features included:
large scale sound wave graphics that energise circulation routes
bespoke metal installations and neon elements that signal innovation
material and colour choices that echo the brand’s energy and precision
Precision that amplifies the idea
We worked closely with architects, designers and fabricators to ensure every detail landed with accuracy.
Our activation delivered:
100% on time installation, coordinated with construction and fit-out phases
zero major defects at handover thanks to rigorous QA
a seamless transformation with minimal disruption to daily operations
The outcome is a space where the strategy, the bold visuals and the precision of the build come together to create an environment that performs exactly as planned.
The workplace is now the brand, a space employees feel connected to and visitors grasp instantly. It doesn’t just house innovation; it amplifies it, turning everyday movement into a sensory brand experience.
