Cincinnati Public Radio

Faced with the need for a new permanent facility, Cincinnati Public Radio decided to create a forward-thinking building that prioritized environmental sustainability and wellness. Located in the Evanston area, the new, 32,000-square-foot facility provides a healthy environment that conserves water and energy while minimizing waste.

Home to WGUC, WVXU, and WMUB radio stations, the new building boasts performance studios, control rooms, podcast rooms, open offices, senior/executive offices, an outdoor gathering space, and a high-end board room. Constructed as a mass timber building with exposed sloped ceilings, the project required extensive collaboration and 3D modeling to effectively design the lighting layout. CPR is the first building in Southern Ohio and the first broadcast facility nationwide to use mass timber. This design choice significantly reduced construction waste and time while enhancing its structural integrity and decreasing its carbon footprint.

The building also employs a radiant floor heating and cooling system that not only achieves significant energy savings but also exceeds rigorous acoustical standards. This approach further enhances thermal comfort, improves indoor air quality, and preserves unobstructed views of the beautiful mass timber throughout the facility.