The V&A East Storehouse opened in May 2025 at Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, forming a central part of East Bank, London’s emerging cultural quarter. Spanning four levels and more than 16,000 square metres, it offers public access to over 250,000 objects, 350,000 library books, and 1,000 archives from across the V&A’s wide-ranging collection.
Unlike a traditional museum, the Storehouse invites visitors into the inner workings of a national institution. Open displays, visible workspaces, and unrestricted circulation allow people to explore the collection at their own pace, discovering how and why museums collect, preserve, and present culture. It is a transparent, democratic approach that brings audiences closer to the craft behind the scenes.
Sysco Productions joined the project in 2022 as the experiential technology partner, continuing a long-standing relationship with the V&A. Our role spans both the Storehouse and the forthcoming V&A East Museum, delivering audio-visual systems that support the institution’s creative ambition while meeting the operational demands of a working collection facility.
We engineered and integrated a wide range of systems, including large-scale video walls, digital signage, immersive sound environments, projection systems, and flexible AV infrastructure. Each solution is designed to adapt as the V&A’s needs evolve, while integrating cleanly into the architectural fabric to preserve visual clarity and maintain technical reliability. The aim is simple: technology that enhances the visitor experience without drawing attention to itself.
Long anticipated and now one of the most visited spaces, the David Bowie Centre, which opened in September 2025, is home to the world’s largest collection dedicated to Bowie’s life and work. The Centre features rotating installations shaped by sound, image and movement. Our engineering supported the curatorial ambition, enabling immersive environments that invite visitors into the creative world of one of the most influential artists of our time.
We are proud to contribute to the V&A’s vision for a more open, dynamic, and future-focused museum experience. This collaboration continues a shared commitment to clarity, craft, and cultural storytelling delivered with precision.
