CCTV5 Olympic Sets

ZSPACE beat heavy competition from US and UK companies to win the contract for CCTV5’s Olympic sets: three in Beijing, and four in London. Danoy’s designs were inspired by his experience working in China, the CCTV building itself, the London Olympic graphic look, and by the city of London.
Seven sets were designed and created by the ZSPACE team including Mark Dyson of Pitch Design – all in a very tight timeframe. With the sets being designed in Australia, and then built in both China and the UK, an international co-operation was established over three continents.
The seven sets include, in Beijing: a multi-functioning sports hub that will continue to be used as a set after the Olympics, its design inspired by the dramatic architecture of the CCTV building; a slick, modern and versatile set based on the colours of the London Olympics; and a three/way set that will house three programs using a circular pod to shoot in any direction.
In London: a modern studio using the city of London as its hero; a casual interview set designed to create the cosy atmosphere of a London clubhouse; a studio designed especially for the Internet, and a small, chic set that overlooks the Olympic Stadium.