Motion Capture Facility Relocation – Burgess Hill to Horsham

CBS completed a full relocation and fit out for a specialist motion capture company, moving their technical facility from Burgess Hill to a new site in Horsham. The project required careful planning, precise installation and a complete rebuild of their controlled filming environment.

Client Requirements

• Relocate the entire motion capture facility to a new building
• Convert an old office into a controlled capture space
• Replace outdated lighting and electrical systems
• Install new fire rated partitioning to ensure safety and compliance
• Maintain the performance environment the client relied on
• Complete works with minimal downtime to the production schedule

Our Solution

• Removal of existing glass partitioning from the previous fit out
• Installation of new fully fire rated partitioning with fire rated doors
• Upgraded electrical systems including new power runs and containment
• Installation of modern LED lighting panels to replace old halogen units
• New data points run across the floor for enhanced connectivity and system control
• Careful reuse of specialist blackout curtains from the previous site to protect cameras from sunlight and maintain consistency for the client
• Complete internal decoration and finishing works
• Testing, handover & client walkthrough

Challenges

The project was delivered on time with clear communication throughout. Sequencing was planned around the client’s technical requirements to ensure their equipment could be relocated and recommissioned smoothly. All works met fire and electrical compliance standards and passed client inspection first time.

Results

• A fully functional, compliant and purpose built motion capture facility
• Improved lighting and electrical performance
• Streamlined data and power layout for better workflow
• Consistent filming environment thanks to curtain reuse
• Smooth relocation with minimal operational downtime