On June 12th our city was attacked by a terrorist.

When the attack happened, it really hit home for us. We’re strong supporters of gay rights and passionate about the Orlando community and our identity as a city. Our thoughts are with the victims and families in this difficult time.

On Monday morning, around 10am, we had the idea to show our love and support in our own way. We hit the ground running trying to get everything put together by dusk. We worked with the city and all of the building owners and property managers: Matt, Chris, Joe, and Christine. They offered so much support and were incredibly helpful, within a matter of hours everyone was on board with the idea.

We reached out to a few other Orlando based companies for help and the support was overwhelming. Evolve Media Group ‪donated two huge projectors and volunteered to come by and help us set up. Tyler Lighting donated dozens of colored LED lighting strips and volunteered to help during set up. Sunbelt rentals donated two huge generators to power the projectors. The Edge Factory and local digital artist Nathan Selikoff donated the beautiful digital content that you see in the photos below.

It was so magical to see everyone come together and create a display to show Orlando’s love and support for those affected by this tragedy. We are so proud to be a part of “The City beautiful”

Love is Love.

#OrlandoStrong
#OrlandoUnited

‪Please send a thank you to all of the individuals and companies who made this possible:

Evolve Media Group
Tyler Lighting
The Edge Factory
Susquehanna Holdings
FBC Mortgage
Nathan Selikoff
Sunbelt
Thomas Chatmon
Suntrust Center
Piedmont Office Realty Trust

Thank you, Orlando Business Journal, for writing about our tribute.

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Ascend Studios Wins Best of Florida Regional Award in Audio/Visual Equipment Category!

We are beyond excited to announce that Ascend Studios has won the Best of Florida Regional Award in the Audio/Visual equipment category from Guide to Florida! This incredible recognition highlights our passion for delivering top-tier AV solutions that truly make an impact! Customized Automation Solutions for Every Space At Ascend Studios, we don’t just install […]

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Featured Project

Burns McDonnell, EPIC LED Video Wall

Designing the Ultimate 360 EPIC LED Video Wall Room

Our friends at Burns McDonnell, the world’s top engineering firm, tasked us with designing and building an EPIC, State-of-the-art 360 LED video wall room. Consequently, this state-of-the-art space allows them to physically preview all their 3D CAD files and engineering projects. As a result, it provides an immersive experience that significantly enhances collaboration with their teams and clients.

Enhancing Collaboration Beyond VR

Although many companies use VR for CAD file walkthroughs, VR often falls short in terms of real-time discussion. Specifically, it lacks the capability for team members to see where others are focusing or pointing. Therefore, our 360 LED video wall bridges this gap by allowing everyone in the room to view and discuss the designs simultaneously, creating a more interactive and engaging experience. Our 360 LED video wall does allow for everyone to experience their out-of-this-world design but also shows the client why Burns McDonnell is simply the best engineering firm in the world. They are always pushing the edge of technology to set the standard within their industry.

Proud Partnership with Burns McDonnell

We are genuinely thrilled to be Burns McDonnell’s official LED video wall partner. Notably, witnessing their innovative launch pad designs and experiencing the sensation of being 40 stories high up is truly extraordinary. This project not only highlights their groundbreaking designs but also underscores why Burns McDonnell remains a leader in engineering excellence.

Collaboration with Igloo Vision

In this groundbreaking project, we partnered with Igloo Vision, whose software suite expertly manages the 3D CAD integrations. Meanwhile, Ascend took charge of all other aspects, including software and media management, hardware design, installation, and implementation. Consequently, this collaboration ensured a seamless integration of cutting-edge technologies.

A Global First – 360 LED video Wall Room

We are proud to announce that this is the world’s first 360 LED video wall room. Furthermore, it is a pioneering achievement, with only one other similar room located in Dubai. Thus, the immersive experience provided by this room is truly mind-blowing and sets a new benchmark in the industry.

Easy Streaming and Control

The system allows the Burns McDonnell team to stream their designs effortlessly from networked computers or through local wireless connections. Additionally, our design includes high-quality K-Array speakers, full-color programmable recessed lighting, and a sophisticated control system. Consequently, team members can easily manage everything using a wall-mounted touch panel or Surface tablet, making the system both intuitive and user-friendly.

A Team Effort

This project was indeed a significant team effort involving the entire Ascend team. We are extremely proud of the final product and deeply grateful for the opportunity to collaborate with such an innovative and industry-leading client.

Watch the Installation Film

Finally, don’t miss the film showcasing the installation process. It beautifully captures the transformation and highlights the incredible features of the world’s first 360 LED video wall room!

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