UK - Marquee AV has partnered with Davys to deliver a high-quality, multizone sound system for Vintners Lanes, a new boutique bowling alley in Greenwich.
Housed within a former Victorian brewery, now owned and utilised by Davy's of London as part of their wine merchants' operations, Vintners Lanes retains many original features, blending industrial chic décor with grand period furniture and vintage timber wine barrels. The venue features six bowling lanes and plans to offer a range of additional entertainment, including live music, cocktail-making classes, and private event hire.
Vintners Lanes approached Marquee AV to provide a high-performing sound system to enhance the vibrant atmosphere, support various events, and manage the noise from the bowling lanes.
Marquee AV's special projects team led the audio installation, selecting a range of products from Bose Professional. DesignMax DM8 speakers were installed throughout the main bowling lanes to deliver powerful yet smooth sound. DesignMax DM3s were placed at the venue's entrance to welcome guests, and FreeSpace FS2C speakers continued the music into the restrooms.
The biggest challenge was addressing the reflectiveness and noise of the bowling alley. Marquee AV worked closely with the design team, including Mark Hiles from W Hiles Partnerships and Adam Britnell from Design LSM, to position the speakers for optimal audio quality and aesthetics. The sleek design of the Bose Professional speakers matched the venue's classic industrial chic appearance while providing excellent sound.
Mark Brown, managing director at Marquee AV, explains, “Having worked with Davys previously, we were very excited to collaborate on their latest venture. It has been a pleasure watching this project unfold. The venue has a great atmosphere, and the Bose Professional speakers produce a powerful but balanced sound that can be turned up for events to boost the energy.”
The installation has been a great success, with Vintners Lanes staff expressing their delight with the new sound system. CFO at Davy’s of London comments “Marquee AV understood our brief from the offset and were able to blend their cutting-edge technology empathetically into the aesthetics of our old Victorian brewery setting, complementing its authentic charm, whilst serving to further enhance the vibrant atmosphere.”
