Situated on the top two floors of the Hollywood Plaza Parking Garage at 8050 International Drive, this 24,000-square-foot venue offers patrons an unparalleled sports-watching experience with panoramic views of Orlando’s iconic tourist corridor. Opened in 2024, this location marks the 15th for the Colorado-based chain, continuing its mission to provide the ultimate sports bar experience.
Tom’s Watch Bar
Orlando, Fl
Rooftop Sports Bar
24,000-square-foot venue
AV system across two floors
Project Challenges
The development of this new location presented several unique challenges. The project required implementing a state-of-the-art audio-visual (AV) system across two floors, all controlled from a single centralized point.
With over 124 endpoints needing connectivity, the installation demanded an extensive low voltage infrastructure, totaling 5.6 miles of cabling.
Additionally, the venue, originally a concrete box not designed for optimal acoustics, necessitated creative solutions for sound management to ensure an immersive audio experience
360-degree viewing experience
Understanding Client Needs
At Crunchy Tech, we prioritize understanding the client’s vision and requirements from the outset. For Tom’s Watch Bar, the emphasis was on creating an aesthetic that encourages a 360-degree viewing experience while incorporating visually appealing AV displays.
Our team worked closely with the client to tailor design layouts that optimized both aesthetics and functionality, ensuring that every aspect of the AV system enhanced the sports viewing environment. This collaborative approach allowed us to develop an integrated design and engineering plan that showcased the expected capabilities of the AV systems across various areas of the venue.
Cutting-edge technologies
Technical Solutions
To meet the project’s objectives, Crunchy Tech employed cutting-edge technologies, as outlined in the table below:
|
Technology Partner |
Components |
Role in Project |
|---|---|---|
|
Phillips |
Digital displays, six video walls |
Provided high-impact visual experiences for indoor and outdoor spaces |
|
QSC |
Speakers, amplifiers, DSP, control systems |
Enabled eight distinct audio zones from 20 inputs for personalized audio |
|
Just Add Power |
AV over IP video distribution |
Ensured seamless video delivery to over 124 endpoints |
These technologies worked in tandem to create a cohesive and immersive AV environment, setting a new standard for sports bars. The use of Phillips displays ensured vibrant visuals, while QSC’s audio solutions delivered clear, zone-specific sound. Just Add Power’s AV over IP technology guaranteed reliable video distribution, enhancing the viewing experience for every patron
Design-Build Approach
Implementation Methodology
Our integrated design-build approach was instrumental in the project’s success. By fostering collaboration among architects, engineers, and construction teams from the project’s inception, we ensured streamlined communication and creative problem-solving.
This methodology allowed us to address challenges proactively and maintain alignment with the project’s vision, resulting in a seamless integration of visual and auditory elements.
The synergy between all stakeholders ensured that no stage of the AV solution—from conception to completion—was planned or implemented haphazardly, but always with the utmost care and attention to quality and functionality.
124 TVs and 9 projectors
Results and Impact
The successful implementation of the AV systems has transformed the new Tom’s Watch Bar location into a premier destination for sports enthusiasts.
With 124 TVs and 9 projectors spread across indoor and outdoor spaces, patrons can enjoy every game in stunning detail. The intuitive AV over IP system and eight-zone audio setup provide a tailored viewing and listening experience, while the panoramic rooftop views add to the overall ambiance.
Since its opening, the Orlando location has become a popular spot for sports fans, reinforcing Tom’s Watch Bar’s reputation as the ultimate sports bar
Adapting, Evolving
Finishing the Project On Time
The Tom’s Watch Bar Orlando project exemplifies Crunchy Tech’s expertise in delivering innovative AV solutions that meet and exceed client expectations.
By combining advanced technology with a deep understanding of the client’s needs, we created an immersive sports viewing environment that has set a new benchmark in the industry.
This success not only enhances the experience for sports lovers but also positions Tom’s Watch Bar for continued expansion across the United States, solidifying its status as the premier destination for sports enthusiasts.