First Take

Location:
New York City, New York
Affiliation:
ESPN

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ESPN’s “First Take” debuted its new studio at 7 Hudson Square on June 23, 2025, following its move from the network’s former South Street Seaport facility.

The show now broadcasts from Studio Y, internally known as Studio 2, in a space designed to resemble a luxury Manhattan penthouse.

‘First Take’ embraces sophisticated aesthetic in Manhattan penthouse-inspired studio

Created by Jack Morton, the set features floor-to-ceiling LED displays that simulate sweeping city views, warm-toned finishes, and a custom curved desk that supports the show’s in-the-round debate format. The studio’s upscale aesthetic contrasts with the more casual design of “Get Up,” which also broadcasts from the same Hudson Square facility.

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