There are hundreds of companies today offering extensive ranges of ready-made and bespoke acoustic products, designed to improve the architectural acoustics of any space, from soundproofing to noise transmission reduction.…
As a critical part of architectural acoustics, reverberation affects the way a space sounds. Whether a high or low rate of reverberation, a whole building can sound different, from muffled…
If you search Google for ‘noise transfer’ or ‘noise pollution’ you will retrieve countless articles and research reports exploring the negative impacts of unwanted noise in any environment, from reduced…
When it comes to architectural acoustics, one of the key issues and concerns is the issue of noise transfer. So what is noise transfer? Whether sound is coming in from…
Airborne and mechanical noise transfer is defined as the way sound moves through objects and the air.As with any architectural acoustic issue, finding the source of the problem and treating…
Architectural (or building) acoustics is an important part of architecture and building design as focusing on the acoustic properties of a space allows you to understand and improve aspects of…
Architectural acoustics, fundamentally, is the relationship between a sound produced in a space and its listeners. But it can be so much more than that! Sound and its interaction with…
Creating a unique reflective space within Alder Hey Children’s Hospital. Whenever a design team approaches us with a concept that pushes design boundaries and fosters creativity, we’re more than happy…
Under-resourcing and a lack of funding have meant that school acoustics in many educational establishments in the UK often overlooked. Classroom overcrowding often means that lessons spill out into the…
Acoustic design is so important for schools as it contributes massively to the wellbeing and learning of pupils as well as teachers. Implementing acoustic treatment in schools can work towards…
If you’re involved in the design or specification of an educational setting and considering soundproofing solutions, there are some key things to consider. Whether you’re an architect or Head Teacher,…
In a lot of schools today, music and media departments are no longer just classrooms filled with a few instruments. They include a variety of more creative outlets. Facilities such…
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