Tria Group has completed the new headquarters for the Georgian Public Broadcaster in Tbilisi — a bold, 27,918 m² media complex that redefines public broadcasting in Georgia. Conceived as a multifunctional workplace and production campus, the facility unifies television, radio, and digital infrastructure into a cohesive architectural statement grounded in transparency, adaptability, and civic presence.
Collaborators:
Tbilkalakproeqti Ltd
Acoustic Engineer: Akustiko LLC
MEP: Casa Calda LLC
Structural Engineer: Capiteli Ltd
Construction: Dagi Ltd
Project Management: CMC Ltd
The skylighted central atrium features a grand staircase that connects the main entrance to the newsroom. The staircase also serves as a dynamic set for television production.
Bridges connect both sides of the skylighted atrium on multiple levels, facilitating circulation and visual connecvity.
Project Overview
The headquarters is organized into five interconnected blocks housing administration, newsrooms, recording studios, film pavilions, post-production zones, specialized technical infrastructure, and archival storage. At its core lies a dramatic atrium framed in red steel — a civic heart that symbolizes openness and institutional transparency. Glazed walkways and a central staircase weave together departments, encouraging collaboration and cross-disciplinary exchange.
Each block operates autonomously yet maintains seamless internal connectivity, ensuring workflow continuity and creative synergy. Abundant daylight, visual openness, and spatial clarity reinforce the project’s design ethos. The façades, articulated in red, white, and grey, express dynamism and lightness, while red functions as a brand-defining signature anchoring the building in its urban context.
Program highlights:
Block A: Administration, newsroom, radio studios, theatre, and central control room
Block B: Four film/TV pavilions (1,000 m², 700 m², 500 m², and 200 m²)
Block C: Film, video, and audio archives in climate-controlled conditions
Block D: Technical infrastructure — server rooms, editing suites, and workshops
Block E: Parking for staff, guests, and logistics.
Positioned above the staircase, the newsroom forms the culmination point of the central atrium and overlooks the entire space, emphasizing its prominence within the building.
Flexible pavilions designed to support a range of film and TV productionn needs, from shooting to broadcasting
Technical + Acoustic Strategy
A central challenge was integrating advanced broadcast infrastructure within a unified architectural framework. Studios and control rooms demanded rigorous acoustic insulation, vibration isolation, electromagnetic shielding, and precise climate control. These were achieved through modular planning, specialized detailing, and close collaboration with consultants.
Each studio is structurally independent, with no rigid wall, floor, or ceiling connections. Acoustic dampers, isolated mechanical penetrations, and dual-glazed barriers prevent sound transfer, while buffer zones between clusters safeguard uninterrupted broadcast operations.
Civic + Environmental Role
Beyond technical performance, the building fosters openness, accessibility, and institutional unity. Step-free circulation and ergonomically designed workspaces ensure inclusivity, while shared civic spaces — including the atrium and indoor/outdoor recreational zones — promote cross-departmental engagement.
Sustainability measures, such as high-performance insulation and reduced energy demand, provide long-term efficiency and environmental benefits.
A Landmark for Independent Media
More than a production hub, the Georgian Public Broadcaster headquarters stands as a cultural landmark. It embodies transparency, resilience, and the democratic role of independent media. By supporting collaboration, accessibility, and civic trust, it reflects a progressive vision for public broadcasting in Georgia.
Site Plan
Block A and B floor plan - Main Workspaces and Film/TV Production Studios
Block A floor plan - News Room
Detail – C Block (Archive) Green Roof and Skylight
