Transforming the Workplace into Immersive Digital Experience
To celebrate over a decade of artistic experimentation with AI, Google Gradient Canvas, was revealed as an exhibition of 13 newly commissioned artworks. Inspired by the Bay Area’s local ecology, Gradient Canvas explores the idea that artificial intelligence can act as a bridge — connecting human perception, machine vision and the natural world around us.
The featured global artists, a group including long-time collaborators with Google, used Google tools and AI to expand how we sense and interact with our surroundings. Their new works probe the co-evolving relationships between people, nature and machines, offering unique perspectives on how different forms of intelligence make sense of the world.
Photo: Henrik Kam | Art: Alexandra Daisy Ginsberg
Overview: Transforming a workplace into an immersive digital art experience
At Google’s Gradient Canopy campus, Unilumin’s professional-grade hardware serves as the structural foundation for the building’s main digital art attraction. Partnering with Electrosonic for system integration, Unilumin provided the seamless, large-scale hardware backing for the 18 x 44 ft. “Canvassed Atrium” video wall. This massive architectural canvas continuously loops fluid, data-driven generative artwork created by renowned digital artist Refik Anadol.
Photo: Henrik Kam | Art: Refik Anadol
The office was brought to life with the integration of AV technology displaying static and dynamic AI art through installation of six LED video walls. Expansive digital displays, reflective visual effects, interactive moments and relaxing media-rich spaces come together to create a fluid sense of discovery. These installations guide people through the space with creativity and energy, turning an office walkway into an inspiring encounter with AV technology and design.
Electrosonic played a key role in transforming the central walkway of Google’s Gradient Canopy into an immersive art-driven environment through the integration of audiovisual technology. By incorporating audiovisual elements into existing architecture, the technology feels like a natural extension of the environment. Previously underutilized space is now a visually compelling focal point that celebrates artists and their work. This art exhibit is referred to as Gradient Canvas and it features thirteen artworks from multidisciplinary artists that probe the co-evolving relationships between people, nature and machines.
Requirements: Building immersive environments where ideas flourish
Google often explores ways to integrate artwork, technology, and nature into its offices to inspire creativity, encourage exploration, and create an atmosphere where innovative ideas thrive. Electrosonic was brought on board working with Charcoal Blue with a history of incorporating audiovisual technology in physical spaces such as the recent renovation of Google St John’s Terminal.
Photo: Henrik Kam | Art: Certain Measures
Process: Seamlessly integrating art, technology and architecture.
Unilumin USA worked closely with Electrosonic and Charcoal Blue to build and integrate an audiovisual solution that would meet Google’s creative and technical goals. Rather than introducing entirely new art spaces, the experience is thoughtfully woven into the existing architecture of the office, using its alcoves and structural features as opportunities for creative expression. This approach enabled Electrosonic to seamlessly integrate technology with architecture while making the art native to the environment, enhancing the space without disrupting its original flow.
What was once a two-story elevator shaft is transformed into a striking atrium, with video walls spanning two sides and showcasing immersive digital art. The installation highlights Google’s latest AI innovations, using an accompanying kiosk that provides insight into the artwork displayed across the space. This exhibition of technology was made possible through Electrosonic’s thorough designing system integration and detailed build work.
Impact: Bringing Google’s culture of innovation to life.
Integrating AV technology into Google’s Gradient Canopy office enhances the workspace experience by transforming the central walkway space into an immersive, modern environment that reflects the company’s innovation. Electrosonic’s addition of dynamic displays, interactive content and seamless connectivity creates an inspiring environment while emphasizing Google’s culture of innovative design.
This choice aligns with a broader industry trend where companies are increasingly using experiential AV to engage visitors, communicate brand stories and elevate workplace environments. By blending technology with architecture. This office sets a new standard for how spaces can inspire, inform and connect.
Photo: Henrik Kam | Art: Sasha Stiles
Client
Google Gradient Canopy
Location
Mountainview, California
AV Technology Integration
Electrosonic
Technology Partners
Unilumin and Peerless-AV
Creative Partners
Charcoal Blue