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UNICEF Labouisse Hall
UNICEF Labouisse Hall
New York, NY, United States
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UNICEF Labouisse Hall
New York, NY, United States
Type
STATUS
Built
YEAR
2025
SIZE
1000 sqft - 3000 sqft
As part of our on-call contract with the United Nations Development Corporation, Spacesmith led the renovation of Labouisse Hall. Located within the UNICEF House, the space, used for hosting ambassadors and government officials, had long failed to reflect the forward-thinking vision and global impact of UNICEF. Spacesmith’s redesign transformed the 5,372 sf facility into a polished, state-of-the-art conference center.
The pre-function entrance space now includes exhibit walls showcasing UNICEF’s history and global efforts. Custom millwork highlights the Labouisse name and provides functional displays for food and beverages.
The conference room was outfitted with reconfigurable furniture to accommodate various layouts, from executive board meetings to auditorium-style presentations. Advanced AV integration included speakers, cameras, stage lighting, and a large presentation screen to support high-quality broadcasts. Acoustic improvements were paramount, with decoupled sawtooth ceilings, wood slat wall panels with integrated LED lighting, and felt acoustic treatments enhancing the room’s sound environment.
For UNICEF’s multilingual work, Spacesmith renovated the interpreter rooms with desk stations, acoustic curtains, and advanced equipment for live translations in six official UN languages. Adjacent, a new control room allows seamless management of lighting, audio, and video functions.
In keeping with UNICEF’s values, Spacesmith advocated for sustainability: salvaging and refreshing existing infrastructure to reduce waste while respecting the project’s budget constraints. The warming kitchen retained much of its original equipment with targeted upgrades. Ductwork was preserved where possible, and existing floor outlets were strategically incorporated into the new layouts.
The design drew inspiration from UNICEF’s mission of fostering development worldwide. Angular, upward-projecting ceiling elements, paired with slim downlights and diffuse linear LEDs, created a sense of verticality and aspiration. Stage lighting embedded in ceiling troughs added flexibility for future events, while wood slats and tactile finishes brought warmth and humanity to the space.
The pre-function entrance space now includes exhibit walls showcasing UNICEF’s history and global efforts. Custom millwork highlights the Labouisse name and provides functional displays for food and beverages.
The conference room was outfitted with reconfigurable furniture to accommodate various layouts, from executive board meetings to auditorium-style presentations. Advanced AV integration included speakers, cameras, stage lighting, and a large presentation screen to support high-quality broadcasts. Acoustic improvements were paramount, with decoupled sawtooth ceilings, wood slat wall panels with integrated LED lighting, and felt acoustic treatments enhancing the room’s sound environment.
For UNICEF’s multilingual work, Spacesmith renovated the interpreter rooms with desk stations, acoustic curtains, and advanced equipment for live translations in six official UN languages. Adjacent, a new control room allows seamless management of lighting, audio, and video functions.
In keeping with UNICEF’s values, Spacesmith advocated for sustainability: salvaging and refreshing existing infrastructure to reduce waste while respecting the project’s budget constraints. The warming kitchen retained much of its original equipment with targeted upgrades. Ductwork was preserved where possible, and existing floor outlets were strategically incorporated into the new layouts.
The design drew inspiration from UNICEF’s mission of fostering development worldwide. Angular, upward-projecting ceiling elements, paired with slim downlights and diffuse linear LEDs, created a sense of verticality and aspiration. Stage lighting embedded in ceiling troughs added flexibility for future events, while wood slats and tactile finishes brought warmth and humanity to the space.
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