NBCUniversal

NBCUniveral’s Chicago broadcast hub consolidates four previously separate floors into one cohesive, high-performance environment designed to enhance efficiency, communication and coordination. Each zone was thoughtfully tailored to its division, with managers positioned near their teams to support faster decision-making. Inspired by the energy of 30 Rock, the open design features a refined industrial aesthetic with exposed ductwork and concealed conduits, while advanced BIM coordinatio ensured all systems aligned seamlessly for a polished, integrated result.

The project included the construction of five new television studios and two podcast studios built directly above active broadcast areas. Through careful coordination, daily noise monitoring and strategic pauses during the live programming and breaking news, work progressed without disrupting operations or impacting the schedule.

Anchored by a 35-foot suspended ticker and a 40-by-60-foot LED screen, the newsroom supports real-time collaboration and immediate on-floor broadcasting. Designed and constructed to achieve LEED Gold certification, the space delivers measurable gains in collaboration, workflow efficiency and responsiveness, advancing NBCUniversal’s mission to deliver information faster and more effectively than ever before.