STARCK rethinks the mythical EastWest Studios, Los Angeles, USA, 2008

EastWest Studio, the mythical soundware developer, has undergone a renovation by Philippe STARCK.

"When I first saw EastWest studios it was my absolute dream to work on this project because I thought about this famous recording studio's history and its purpose which is to make quality music," Philippe Starck explains. "I listen to music while I'm planning out my designs and I feel that my inspiration comes from the quality of the artist's music, so sound is very important to me in this space. I'm astonished when I visit various studios, whether they are recording or for radio, at how they look. You ask people to be at their best and to dream about things in a rat hole. They're spending 12-plus hours in these small spaces that smell and have practically no light - it's ridiculous. I don't need a lot but I can't work like that. I wanted to make this place very human with big areas and small areas where people can find a place that makes them feel comfortable. There is a lounge where people can meet, a kitchen and restrooms that are all comfortable, hopefully it's my small contribution to some great music in the future."

Since its foundation back in 1961, the studio has hosted such musical royalty as Frank Sinatra, The Beach Boys, Madonna, The Rolling Stones, and many more.