Hudson’s Detroit is a landmark mixed-use development reimagining how Detroiters work, gather, and connect. Including one of Michigan’s tallest buildings and a public plaza connecting Woodward Avenue to Farmer Street, this will be a space that creates a variety of connective experiences.

We supported SHoP Architects, Kendall/Heaton Associates, Inc, and Bedrock, to create a destination in downtown Detroit, with spaces for businesses, retail, residential, hospitality and events. The project includes two buildings separated by a plaza. One of them is an office, retail, and event block. The other building is a hotel and residential tower. The 12-story office building features light-filled amenity spaces, a seven-story atrium and 400,000 SF of office space.

We provided AV, acoustics, information and communications technology, and security consulting services. Through close coordination between disciplines, we provided hands-on involvement to our client.

A tall glass building.

Hudson's Detroit © Bedrock

Acoustics

We delivered a tailored acoustic strategy for a complex mix of spaces including meeting rooms, event spaces, offices, and retail where sound control was critical to comfort and functionality. Our work focused on defining performance criteria for each space and implementing solutions such as partition detailing, slab edge isolation, and mechanical noise control to maintain privacy and clarity without sacrificing openness.

To achieve seamless experiences, we integrated acoustics with audiovisual early in design. This collaboration ensured speech intelligibility and controlled sound spill across flexible conference areas and pre-function zones. Through precise room shaping and finish selection, we created environments that support both quiet work and dynamic events, proving that complex adjacency can sound and feel effortless.

Audiovisual

We partnered closely with Bedrock and event production teams to deliver a highly flexible and advanced audiovisual system that supports everything from daily meetings to large-scale events. The system is entirely IP based, enabling seamless integration, scalability, and future-ready performance across the development.

Our design includes ultra-high-resolution displays that exceed UHD standards, paired with intelligent routing and adaptive configurations for divisible spaces. These features ensure crisp visuals and reliable connectivity while maintaining ease of use for operators. The result is a robust platform that elevates presentations and live experiences without compromise. 

Information and Communications Technology

We worked closely with Bedrock and their IT teams to design a resilient infrastructure that supports diverse user needs across the development. Our solution delivers multiple parallel networks dedicated to public access, corporate operations, and event production, ensuring security, reliability, and performance for every scenario.

This layered approach provides seamless connectivity for tenants and visitors while enabling event teams to manage high-bandwidth requirements without impacting business-critical systems. By integrating flexibility and redundancy into the core design, we created a platform that adapts to evolving technologies and operational demands.

Security

We implemented advanced security monitoring and access control systems tailored for a high-profile, multi-use complex. Our design addressed a layered access hierarchy that spans corporate offices, event spaces, and public areas, ensuring both safety and operational efficiency. By integrating intelligent surveillance, credential management, and real-time monitoring, we delivered a system that adapts to dynamic occupancy and event requirements while providing robust protection without compromising the openness and flexibility that define the development.

A building with a glass roof.

The atrium at Hudson's Detroit © Bedrock