Bringing quality public broadcasting to more than 655,000 households

This new broadcast center and headquarters for KSMQ, a PBS member station, serves southeast Minnesota and northeast Iowa. Designed for flexibility, the front portion of the building can be closed off to give outside groups access to conference rooms during off hours without the need for KSMQ staff supervision. The studio features a robotic camera system. A terrazzo floor mural and sliding art wall showcase art by local artists. The center also includes an outdoor stage and lawn for live performances.

The facility was designed and constructed according to Minnesota's rigorous B3 Guidelines for sustainability, including stormwater retention ponds that remove 80% of total suspended solids, 80% reduction in energy use, and the selection of low/no VOC materials.