Studio 440 Architecture

Studio 440 Architecture is a boutique architectural firm in West Hollywood, CA, specializing in modern acoustic architecture and interior design for high-end media production environments. The firm serves clients in the motion picture, television, music recording, broadcast, post-production, live performance, and screening industries, delivering custom solutions for ground-up buildings and specialized interiors. With a foundation in 1994 by partners George Newburn and Ross Brennan, Studio 440 has built a reputation for precision, innovation, and seamless integration of technical systems. Their work includes facilities for Netflix, Technicolor, E! Networks, Facebook Ardenwood, and numerous recording and editing studios across Los Angeles. The firm maintains a 4.50 rating based on client feedback, reflecting consistent excellence in design, execution, and client service.

Studio 440 approaches each project with meticulous attention to detail, beginning with a comprehensive understanding of the client’s goals and all influencing factors. The firm emphasizes direct access to its partners, who serve as lead designers and project leads, ensuring that every stage of design, documentation, and construction aligns with the client’s vision, budget, and schedule. Their expertise spans acoustic performance, technical integration, and architectural aesthetics, making them a trusted name in specialized media environments. The team includes LEED-accredited professionals and senior associates who support the firm’s commitment to sustainable, high-performance design. Their projects, ranging from luxury home theaters and recording studios to broadcast facilities and film production centers, demonstrate a consistent standard of excellence and innovation.

Located at 7008 Santa Monica Blvd in West Hollywood, the firm sits just a short distance from North La Brea Avenue and North Highland Avenue, with Formosa Park and the McCadden Theatre within a quarter-mile radius. The address is situated along Santa Monica Boulevard, a major thoroughfare in the heart of the city’s entertainment district.

Studio 440 is recognized for its deep expertise in media-specific design, with a proven track record in delivering complex, high-performance facilities on time and within budget. The firm’s standing is further reinforced by its well-documented online presence and a website optimized for clarity and accessibility, reflecting a commitment to transparency and professionalism. Clients consistently praise the firm’s ability to balance creative vision with technical precision.

As a leader in acoustic and media architecture within West Hollywood, Studio 440 continues to shape the city’s creative landscape by turning specialized demands into exceptional built environments.