Office Moves Part 2, with Jason Cole

About Jason Cole

As the principal of Cole Audio Video, Jason Cole blends expert audio system design with a mastery of lighting and shade to shape the aesthetic and energy of high-end residences. By focusing on the art of light and sound rather than just the hardware, he provides clients with an intuitive level of control that works every time, ensuring the technology serves the home's beauty without the friction of over-complication.

What you'll learn about in this episode:

• Why AV and IT are often confused for the same thing, and why the distinction matters when planning an office move.
• How the technology in your conference room directly impacts meeting quality, and what separates a robust video conferencing setup from one that just technically works.
• What tenant improvement (TI) money is, why most tenants don't know they can take it themselves, and how doing so leads to a better space for the same cost.
• The role of an owner's rep (construction manager) and the importance of having one in your corner.
• When to bring in an AV, IT, and design partner, and why you should have them on your team before you've even signed a lease.
• What FF&E, MEP, and building standards actually mean, and how understanding these terms helps you advocate for the space you want.
• How room size, ceiling height, surfaces, and sound absorption all factor into AV design, and why use cases should drive every decision.