How Higher Education AV Technology is Tranforming Learning Environments

Penn State University Classroom Video Projection AV Technology Ford AV

Higher education AV technology is reshaping how colleges and universities deliver instruction, collaborate, and engage students. Institutions are balancing in-person, hybrid, and remote learning experiences that demand flexibility and reliability from their technology environments. Modern AV solutions now play a central role in supporting these experiences across classrooms, lecture halls, and campus collaboration spaces.  From active learning environments to large-scale campus deployments, AV … Read more

University of Tennessee AV System – Energy and Environmental Science

University of Tennessee classroom with future-ready AV system for hybrid learning.

Knoxville, Tennessee The University of Tennessee invested in audiovisual technology that supports teaching, collaboration, and research. Ford AV designed and deployed a comprehensive university AV system for the new Energy and Environmental Science Research Building (EESRB), a state-of-the-art facility designed to serve a range of instructional and collaborative needs.  This college’s AV upgrade encompassed more than 30 distinct learning and meeting spaces, ranging from small labs and conference rooms to large auditoriums … Read more

Peterbilt Motors AV System – Corporate Video Wall and Auditorium AV Upgrade 

Auditorium AV system with immersive audio and LED display

Denton, TX Ford AV delivered a high-performance auditorium AV system and video wall for Peterbilt Motors’ corporate headquarters in Denton, Texas. This comprehensive Peterbilt AV system upgrade included a custom vertical video wall in the lobby for marketing and corporate messaging, as well as a Planar LED video wall in the auditorium to support presentations, hybrid meetings, and immersive visual experiences.   By combining innovative AV technology, expert … Read more

Guild Hall Theatre AV System

Guild Hall AV Equipment and Installation by Ford AV

East Hampton, New York At the eastern tip of Long Island is East Hampton’s Guild Hall, a nearly century-old cultural center that has long been a cornerstone of the Hamptons’ vibrant arts scene. Home to theater, music, film, and community events, Guild Hall’s stage has hosted a diverse mix of artists.  The goal of Guild Hall’s full-scale theater AV system renovation was to preserve … Read more

Object-Based Mixing: Revolutionizing Live Sound with Immersive Audio

Object-Based Mixing

In the world of live sound, the audience’s expectations have evolved. They’re no longer satisfied with just “loud and clear”—they want an experience. That’s where object-based mixing comes in. This cutting-edge audio approach is redefining how we mix sound in live environments, delivering deeply immersive, spatially accurate audio for every listener in the room. What … Read more

Enhancing Speech Intelligibility in Houses of Worship: The Science of Sound Control 

Church auditorium showcasing Ford AV lighting and audio systems

Clear, intelligible speech is at the heart of every worship service. Whether it’s a sermon, prayer, or a choir performance, the ability for every word to be heard and understood is fundamental to fostering a meaningful worship experience. However, achieving consistent sound clarity in a church sanctuary is no small task. Large spaces, reflective surfaces, … Read more

University of Nevada – Las Vegas Hospitality Hall

UNLV Teaching Kitchen

Las Vegas, NV UNLV’s Harrah College of Hospitality found a place to call home in Hospitality Hall, the new state-of-the-art academic hub for the next generation of industry leaders. The facility features 93,500 SF of learning, meeting and office space as well as a state-of-the-art kitchen. Features Participants Owner: State of Nevada – Department of … Read more

McAllen Performing Arts Center

McAllen Performing Arts Center

McAllen, Texas In order to enhance the arts and cultural experience of its populace, the City of McAllen constructed a 93,000 SF multi-purpose theater capable of hosting concerts, comedians and plays. A multi-functional AV system was necessary to adapt to each specific event. Features Participants Owner: City of McAllen Contractor: SpawGlass Contractors, Inc. Architect: ERO … Read more

University of Hawaii

University of Hawaii Creative Media Building

Honolulu, Hawaii The University of Hawaii constructed a film school as part of its Academy for Creative Media. Located on the West Oahu campus, the facility features state-of-the-art production and editing systems that make it the centerpiece of the campus. Features Participants Owner: University of Hawaii Architect: Next Design, LLC General Contractor: Kiewit Building Group … Read more

Diamond Head Theatre

Diamond Head Theatre auditorium showcasing advanced AV system and stage setup

Honolulu, Hawaii Opened in 1915, Diamond Head Theatre is Hawaii’s oldest performing arts center. Known as the Broadway of the Pacific, the theatre recently renovated and upgraded its AV systems to improve the experience for those in attendance. Features Participants Owner: Diamond Head Theatre Architect: Studio Red Architecture General Contractor: Multi-GC Consultants: Censeo AV + … Read more