NBC San Diego

Vision

Carrier Johnson + Culture was retained by NBC Universal to program, plan and design the new offices and studio for NBC 7 San Diego’s new headquarters. To enable their move from downtown San Diego to Kearny Mesa, Carrier Johnson + Culture’s design team identified the functional and operational requirements for the News Operation, Technology and Engineering Operations, Creative Services, Sales and Marketing, Digital Services, Human Resources, Finance and Administration departments.

The new two level building spans more than 50,000 square feet and includes a larger news studio as well as room for the station to grow. The new space provides employees with more affordable amenities and an improved workspace that blends natural materials with modern, functional furnishings. Vibrant colors reflect the well-known brand of NBC and its iconic colorful peacock. Two levels of open workplaces are connected visually and physically by a round atrium, around which numerous TV screens are displayed. Conference rooms are organized around the perimeter of the office, where natural light pours in and beyond to the individual work stations.