BUDGET: Between 1 crore INR and 4.99 crore INR (More than USD135,000 but less than USD540,000)
Project Overview
We undertook the transformation of the historic 112-year-old Council Hall inside the Ripon Building—a landmark heritage structure—by replacing its decades-old analogue AV system with a modern, fully digital conferencing and audio solution. The objective was to bring seamless communication, control, and clarity to government meetings while ensuring the preservation of the building’s heritage character.
Executed within a tight timeline between two council meetings, the project delivered customised, flush-mounted digital conferencing units, high-quality speech reinforcement, wireless audio systems, control software, and a complete new cabling infrastructure—all without altering or defacing the structural integrity of the hall.
What did the client want to achieve?
The client’s vision was to digitise the council hall’s 25-year-old analogue public address and conferencing setup. Their core requirements were:
• A fully modern digital conference system with clear, reliable audio.
• Flush-mounted and factory-customised units matching existing architecture.
• Touchscreen-based chairman and delegate control with push-to-speak access.
• Centralised management with recording capabilities and intuitive control.
• All work to be executed without altering the hall’s heritage aesthetics.
• Seamless transition without disturbing scheduled council sessions.
They expected a solution that would blend seamlessly into the historic architecture while drastically improving functionality and operational efficiency.
Scope of work your company was involved in
We provided a complete design, supply, installation, testing, and commissioning package for the AV system upgrade at the Ripon Building Council Hall. Our scope included:
• Customised Televic Confidea FLEX touchscreen chairman units and Confidea F-DM flush-mount delegate units with factory-approved extended gooseneck microphones.
• Software-based control system (Televic Confero 360) with user access control, room layout configuration, and meeting management tools.
• Integration of Shure wireless lapel, handheld, and earset microphones with distribution systems for maximum flexibility and mobility.
• High-performance speech reinforcement using Bose column array (MA12) and surface mount (FS2SE) speakers, driven by Bose amplifiers (P21000A, PM4500N, IZA2120HZ).
• QSC CORE 110F DSP and Allen & Heath QU-24 digital mixer for precise signal processing and system management.
• Replacement of the entire legacy wiring with new CAT6, control, and audio cabling—installed without disturbing the building’s original infrastructure.
• Installation of control PCs, touchscreen monitors, custom 32U AV rack, and integration programming.
The entire solution was built and installed while maintaining complete respect for the building’s heritage value.
What Key Challenges were faced?
• Heritage Preservation: The 112-year-old council hall had strict restrictions on modifications; the AV system had to be integrated without altering or defacing any structural element.
• Time-Sensitive Execution: The project had to be completed in the narrow window between two scheduled council sessions—no rescheduling allowed.
• OEM-Level Customisation: The delegate units had to match the dimensions and finish of the old panels, requiring custom design and approval from the OEM.
• Integration Complexity: The existing outdated system and wiring were replaced entirely with modern infrastructure, all without disturbing the building’s walls or surfaces.
How were those challenges resolved?
• Collaborated closely with Televic to design and supply factory-customised flush-mount units with extended gooseneck microphones tailored to the hall’s seating and furniture layout.
• Used surface-mount conduits and heritage-compliant routing methods to deploy the new cabling without any impact to the structural aesthetics.
• Pre-fabricated and tested all components off-site to streamline on-site deployment.
• Deployed a dedicated execution team operating in shifts to ensure timely delivery within the narrow working window.
• Maintained close coordination with heritage and civic authorities throughout execution to meet compliance standards.
How has your work helped the client
The Ripon Building Council Hall is now equipped with a 21st-century digital conferencing system that enhances both the user experience and administrative control:
• Clear and intelligible audio throughout the hall during every council session.
• Touch-based, intuitive control interfaces for both chairman and delegates.
• Instant, centralised recording and meeting management capabilities.
• Enhanced wireless flexibility for speakers and moderators.
• Drastic improvement in efficiency, accessibility, and professionalism during government meetings.
• All achieved without compromising the heritage fabric of the hall.
The council now experiences smoother sessions with reliable technology—without sacrificing the grandeur and legacy of their environment.
What are you most proud of about the project?
We are most proud of delivering a next-gen digital conferencing system in a protected heritage environment without disturbing the architectural legacy. Achieving factory-level hardware customisation, completing the entire upgrade between two council sessions, and replacing outdated infrastructure while keeping aesthetics untouched showcases our unmatched technical and project execution capabilities.
This project reflects our ability to balance tradition with innovation—and deliver excellence under constraints.
