Incorporating the heritage of Mumbai with the work culture of Sony Music, M Moser Associates design a vibrant hub for artists + employees.

In Mumbai, a modern office transformation is set to inspire and nurture the Indian music scene. Designed by M Moser Associates, this innovative space for Sony Music is more than just a workplace, it?s a vibrant, club-like hub that will foster collaboration, creativity, and cultural exchange for the company?s legacy labels and emerging brands. ?Mumbai is Bollywood?s epicenter, the vibrant heart of India?s entertainment industry,? explains Addy Walcott, Associate Director at M Moser. ?Sony?s choice to establish its hub in Mumbai represented an opportunity to effect change in the heart of India?s rich music sector. The result is a transformative space for people in the industry.?
Music is undoubtedly the overarching theme of the design, but M Moser wanted to also pay homage to the diverse culture and heritage specific to Sony Mumbai. In almost every space, the team added pops of the brand’s red through elements like wall art, furniture, and paint while incorporating colors from Indian tradition, like ochre and gold. Custom furniture, rugs, and lighting made by local businesses, as well as the generous use of wood, create an homey, bespoke environment that feels quite unique to Mumbai.

In The Lobby, a Walk of Fame showcases portraits of iconic artists, and a vinyl album display hints at the company?s rich heritage. Over i...