Shinfield Studios, Reading

United Kingdom

Client

Raisco Limited

Farrat Solutions

Acoustic consultation and design service

Farrat CineSTEEL PRO was used to achieve the highest ratio of acoustic isolation performance.

Project Overview

Farrat’s CineSTEEL PRO acoustic pads were designed and used to provide acoustic isolation between adjacent sound stages at Reading’s new Shinfield Studios

The Challenge

Shinfield Studios offers film and television producers approximately 1 million sq ft of studio space, comprising of 18 purpose-built sound stages, workshop and mill space. In addition, to a contemporary office environment and post-production facility. The 1st Phase development consists of four operational sound stages, workshops and offices with more film and tv studio facilities opening on a rolling basis over the next 2 years.

The Solution

Between September 2022 and June 2023, Farrat designed and supplied CineSTEEL PRO isolation pads for several of the sound stages included in this project. Working with the design team to develop the most economical solution, the Farrat team were able to turn around a suitable design within a few days to provide a solution.

Partner Profile

Farrat partnered with Raisco Steelwork Fabrication in undertaking the Shinfield Studios project, a state of the art, purpose-built studio facility located close to Reading in Berkshire. A new powerhouse of British film, TV, production and innovation, the full 18 stage “Creative Media Hub” will be completed and ready to open by 2024.

Andy Dagnall

Operations Director – Raisco Limited.

"Farrat have been invaluable from the initial design stage all the way through to installation. The support we received from the team, combined with their vast expertise ensured a seamless project delivery"