USA - A Void Acoustics audio system has been installed by i.e. Smart Systems at Hewlett Packard Enterprise’s new Texas headquarters. Constructed over the span of two years, the new campus spans two five-story buildings and boasts a sprawling 440,000sq.ft rentable space.
Designed and constructed during COVID, HPE wanted an empowering space that enables its people to do their best work. Located in Spring, Texas, HPE’s new campus has become a high-tech haven for visitors and over 2,200 HPE team members. i.e. Smart Systems was tasked with crafting an interactive and immersive space, spotlighting HPE’s industry-leading capabilities while delivering a memorable experience.
i.e. Smart Systems recommended Void to HPE. The seamless installation of Void's speakers by Smart Systems' installation team resulted in a vibrant audio landscape that has exceeded all expectations.
The basketball court sports two Nexus 6s, two subwoofers and a pair of Air Vantage speakers for fill. HPE’s 100ft x 40ft screen in the central courtyard needed a sound system that matched the sheer scale of its visuals. The screen is flanked by a pair of Nexus 6 speakers. Finally, the lively sports bar sits at the heart of HPE’s outdoor space, hosting two subwoofers and a set of Tri Motion speakers from Void’s Air series.
The main challenge for the installation centred around delivering punchy, powerful sound in a busy outdoor environment without ever compromising on fidelity. Some speakers had to be strategically mounted around a glass walkway beneath the massive 100ft x 40ft screen.
The result was a powerful, integrated audio system that met and exceeded the project's objectives. The HPE headquarters opened with Void Acoustics' speakers, contributing to the creation of a vibrant and atmospheric space for the campus.
Jeff Vinklarek, senior vice president – professional services at i.e. Smart Systems, comments, "Void’s speakers sounded exceptional – the subwoofers are amazing. It was so loud that the Earth was shaking. We were freaking out about how impressive the sound was."
Alex Skan, managing director, at Void Acoustics, adds: "This was a fantastic opportunity and we are incredibly proud of the outcome. HPE’s new headquarters looks stunning – i.e. Smart Systems have done a great job installing Void’s sound systems around the campus, showcasing our industry-leading audio technology in a milestone location for our business."
