Transforming a Vision into aMultifunctional Media Space
Blackpool and The Fylde College set out to build an esports facility — but ended up creating something much bigger. Partnering with us from AVolution, they transformed their vision into a fully immersive multimedia space for gaming, cinema, broadcasting, and hybrid learning, setting a new benchmark for UK colleges.
Client Requirements
Redefining Learning and Entertainment Spaces with Immersive AV Innovation
When Blackpool and The Fylde College (B&FC) approached AVolution, they had recently secured funding through a £65 million government initiative to elevate regional education. Their ambition was bold: to create a future-ready space for their esports curriculum that could also function as a cinema, live broadcast studio, podcasting hub, hybrid learning space, and a venue for public engagement. What began as a concept for a gaming arena quickly evolved into a vision for a multifunctional, immersive media environment—something that could inspire students, serve the community, and stand as a regional benchmark for innovation.
The challenge was as much architectural as it was technological. The main venue was a curved, conical-shaped room with inward-sloping walls and a mezzanine ceiling, creating load-bearing and alignment constraints that typically rule out large-format AV installations. Rather than seeing these constraints as obstacles, AVolution viewed them as a canvas. Working closely with architects, engineers, and the college team, we reimagined the space as a dynamic environment where light, sound, and visuals could be orchestrated in real time—transforming its mood and function at the touch of a button.
Our Solution
Immersive AV. Endless Possibilities.
At the heart of the transformation is a 15-metre curved LED wall with floor and ceiling panels, creating a fully immersive space for esports, cinema, hybrid teaching, podcasting, and live broadcasting. A custom QSC panel enables instant mode switching, while mobile production desks and a walk-in LED cube support interactive lessons, exhibitions, and student showcases.
Students gain professional media experience, and the local community enjoys theatre, events, and immersive sessions—turning an esports arena into one of the UK’s most advanced educational AV hubs.
Blackpool
Built for Learning. Designed for Impact.
This landmark installation has delivered on every objective set by Blackpool and The Fylde College — and exceeded expectations. From enhancing the student experience to driving community engagement, the project now stands as a benchmark for immersive, multi-functional education spaces in the UK.
Enhanced Learning Experience: A fully immersive AV environment makes lessons more interactive, engaging, and adaptable to different teaching styles.
Multi-Purpose Flexibility: The space transitions seamlessly between esports tournaments, cinematic screenings, hybrid lectures, live broadcasts, and podcast production.
Community Integration: The facilities welcome local groups for theatre performances, exhibitions, and therapeutic immersive sessions, strengthening ties with the region.
Connected Campus:Â AV-over-IP links enable instant content sharing and live streaming across multiple college locations, ensuring inclusivity and hybrid participation.
Future-Proof Design: Scalable infrastructure ensures the system can grow with emerging technologies, maintaining long-term value and relevance.
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