AV Furniture Is Becoming Part of the Technology

As AV systems become more connected and integrated into everyday work, the furniture supporting them has a bigger job to do.

A conference table is no longer just a place to sit. A lectern can house the room's AV connections and controls. A credenza can provide compact equipment storage while keeping technology accessible and out of sight. In a control room, the desk itself becomes part of the operator's working environment.

This is becoming increasingly important as organizations invest in hybrid collaboration, flexible learning spaces and technology-intensive environments. Rather than fitting technology into a room after the fact, AV furniture can be considered part of the room's infrastructure from the beginning – and Legrand | AV is leading the way.

Furniture Should Support the AV System

A well-designed AV environment needs to balance technology, ergonomics, cable management, serviceability, and the physical design of the room.

Legrand | AV’s furniture portfolio, including Middle Atlantic and LundHalsey solutions, is designed around specific applications, integrating AV infrastructure into furniture rather than treating it as an afterthought.

Forum™ Collaboration Suite

For collaboration spaces, the Forum series is designed to organize displays, technology and connectivity while keeping the room clean and approachable.

Its display stand options incorporate storage and technology integration, making them suitable for huddle spaces, meeting rooms and other flexible environments. This can be particularly useful in rooms that need to transition between in-person presentations and hybrid meetings throughout the day.

C3 and C5 Credenzas

In conference rooms and classrooms, equipment often needs to be located close to displays and users without taking over the room.

The C3 Series Credenza provides a compact option for localized AV equipment, with rackmount and small-device storage in a low-profile design. The C5 Series Credenza offers a more customizable approach, combining AV equipment storage with furniture finishes that can complement the surrounding space.

Both provide dedicated space for equipment and cabling while helping maintain ventilation and service access, important considerations even when the finished room is designed to look more like a boardroom than a technology space.

T5 Conference Tables

Conference tables are another place where AV infrastructure can be built directly into the furniture.

The T5 Series Conference Table can incorporate power, connectivity, equipment storage and cable management, putting connections where meeting participants actually need them.

For larger boardrooms and meeting spaces, this can reduce loose cables and add-on technology while providing convenient access for laptops, presentations and video meetings.

L5, L2 and Forum Lecterns

In classrooms, training rooms and presentation spaces, the lectern is the main point of interaction with the AV system.

The L5 Series Lectern offers configurable sizes and finishes with rack-based AV infrastructure, keeping equipment organized and accessible for servicing. The L2 Series Lectern provides a mobile option for flexible spaces, with integrated rack space, cable management and ventilation. The Forum Lectern combines a contemporary design with a dedicated presenter workstation, helping keep presentation technology and connections organized in one place.

Each series serves different needs, from fixed installations with greater equipment requirements to multi-purpose rooms where mobility and appearance matter. Selecting the right option helps ensure the lectern fits the room, equipment and day-to-day use.

LundHalsey Command and Control

There is a significant difference between furnishing a meeting room and furnishing a 24/7 command centre.

In command and control environments, operators may spend entire shifts monitoring multiple systems. Ergonomics, visibility, equipment access and workflow all become part of the design.

LundHalsey command and control desk systems are designed for these mission-critical environments, including command and control, broadcast and air traffic control. Modular configurations, integrated cable management and operator-focused designs allow the furniture to be built around the specific requirements of the space.

Here, the furniture isn't simply where the monitors sit. It is part of the operational infrastructure.

Which AV Furniture Fits Your Space?

The right solution depends on how the room will be used, who will interact with the technology and what equipment needs to be accommodated.

Space	AV Furniture to Consider	Primary Considerations
Hybrid Collaboration Space	Forum™ Collaboration Suite	Displays, connectivity, storage and flexible meeting layouts
Boardroom or Meeting Room	T5 Conference Table + C3/C5 Credenza	User connectivity, equipment storage and cable management
Classroom or Training Room	L2, L5 or Forum Lectern	Presentation controls, connectivity and equipment access
Executive or Presentation Space	Forum or L5 Lectern + C5 Credenza	AV infrastructure, customization and room aesthetics
Command and Control	LundHalsey systems	Operator ergonomics, equipment integration and workflow

These aren't rigid categories. Larger or more complex spaces may combine several furniture solutions depending on the AV system and room requirements. The important thing is to consider where the technology needs to live, who needs to interact with it and how the space may change over time.

Why Matrix?

AV furniture works best when it is considered alongside the complete AV system, not selected separately. At Matrix Video Communications, we look at the room as a whole. That means considering the technology, furniture, infrastructure, user experience, service access and future requirements during the design process.

Our team can help determine where equipment should be located, how users will interact with the system and which furniture configuration best supports the application. From conference rooms and classrooms to command and control environments, we work with manufacturers such as Legrand to integrate the furniture into a complete AV solution.

The goal isn't simply to hide the technology. It's to make the technology easier to use, easier to maintain and better suited to the people and spaces it serves.

When furniture and AV are designed together, the result is a room that works as well as it looks. Whether you're upgrading a boardroom, designing a new experience centre, modernizing an auditorium, or enhancing digital communications across your facility, contact Matrix Video Communications Corp. today at sales@mvcc.ca for a free consultation and site visit.