Energy Efficient Studio by Foster + Partners

Designed by Foster + Partners in the United States, PGA TOUR Studios is a flexible building that reduces energy consumption, improves water management and enhances user well-being.

Photos: Nigel Young

Designed by Foster + Partners, PGA TOUR Studios prioritizes sustainability and environmental impact, reducing energy consumption and improving water management. Biophilic design elements are integrated into the design, creating a strong connection with nature in the interiors and enhancing user well-being.

Honoring the history of the PGA TOUR, the design both celebrates the past and adapts to future needs by offering flexibility in production and sound control rooms.

Sustainability

Energy & Carbon

Despite the facility’s high energy demands, essential for its operational reliability, the building has achieved a 13% reduction in energy consumption and an Embodied Carbon Intensity of 42 kg CO2e/sf, reflecting a dedication to low-carbon materials.

Mobility & Connectivity

Located adjacent to the Global Home with landscaped footpaths and golf cart paths between the buildings, which have shared amenities such as a gym and other F+B and Meeting Space Electric charging is provided within the car park.

Water

100% effective management for the 98th percentile of rainwater events, ensuring no runoff impacts neighbouring environments 100% reduction in outdoor water use, due to an innovative combination of landscaping and irrigation strategies.

50% reduction in potable water use for indoor applications, setting a benchmark for efficient resource use.

Materials & Waste

The design exceeds LEED requirements by utilising products with robust environmental impact reporting and human health impact reporting, ensuring the building’s long-term sustainability and occupant safety.

Biophilic design elements are incorporated into the design, such as natural materials, indoor greenery, and outdoor views, fostering a connection to nature and enhancing occupant well-being.

Land & Ecology

Generous landscaped space to the eastern side of the building adjacent to the cafe.

There is a series of landscaped walking paths throughout.

Wellbeing

68% of regularly occupied spaces are illuminated by natural daylight, reducing reliance on artificial lighting while enhancing user experience and well-being.

Culture & Heritage

The design celebrates the history of PGA TOUR, and FedExCup memorabilia, such as tournament tee markers and hats, are displayed on the walls.

Framed sheet music from the Championship theme and still images from the recording session are displayed near the sound recording studios.

Prosperity

The overall economic impact of the PGA TOUR in Northeast Florida exceeds $1 billion in annual impact.

The estimated additional benefit of the new construction of the production studio is projected to add $112 million in total impact.

Planning for Change

The building accommodates growing production demands, capable of monitoring and displaying thousands of video and audio feeds, all capturing action from up to 144 cameras or live feeds.

The studios have been designed with format-agnostic hardware and software to comply with present and future requirements. Production and Audio Control Rooms are designed for flexibility and can be used for any program.