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Soundproofing for Schools, Universities and Classrooms
Acoustics is not as complicated as people generally think it is. Reverberation (echo) is simply a relationship between the size of the space and the surfaces that make up the space. The intent of this article is to help you start to understand how that relationship works and how to help or eliminate an echo problem. I have a background and degree in education, K12 Art to be specific. Although I am not currently teaching, I have a good idea where you are coming from. I know that you do not have time to sit down and study sound and how it works. I would like to try to make it simple, so here goes […]
How to Soundproof an Office
So you’ve got office noise problems, huh? Well I have something for you… The acoustic in the office was truly amazing. No matter how soft you spoke, your conversation could be heard amazingly well up to 30-40 feet away […]
Acoustic Baffles: Enhancing Sound Control and Aesthetics in Modern Spaces
We are always looking for interior design products that pull a lot of weight. We want them to both look great and serve important functions. Acoustic baffles combine form and function in a way that will both give your interior spaces a modern aesthetic appeal and keep noise under control. Once you understand how they […]
Soundproofing vs Sound Absorbing – Explaining the Difference
I have been getting a lot of calls lately where people are looking to soundproof a room. They explain to me that they want sound that is being made within the room to STAY in the room or they want to keep sound out of their space. We commonly begin talking about the room and the type of noise that we are dealing with in each particular situation […]
Conquering the Modern Conference Room: Top Soundproofing Tips for Meetings
The office conference room has evolved greatly over the past few decades. Business owners are ditching the seclusion of the classic, closed off conference room for glass walls and open spaces. While these modern design trends add a touch of class to the spaces where we close deals and entertain clients, they don’t do much […]
World Health Organization’s Perspective on Acoustics and Noise Pollution
The World Health Organization (WHO) was founded by the United Nations (UN) in 1948 to promote health and serve vulnerable populations across the globe. It’s focused on alleviating various social and medical issues, including diseases, malnutrition, and environmental noise pollution.1 Noise pollution is an epidemic problem that leads to millions of health issues in every […]
Acoustic Panels & Ceiling Tiles for Restaurants
Nothing spoils a superb meal more than a raucous environment. No matter what cuisine you serve, most diners want a calm, relaxed setting to enjoy their meal. If they’re seated in a loud, chaotic restaurant, however, their entire dining experience could be ruined, and complaints and negative reviews may follow. That’s why it’s essential to […]
Principles of Acoustics in Architectural Design
When it comes to building beautiful, functional structures, aesthetics and safety are of the highest priority—but, for many spaces, so is acoustics. The Sydney Opera House, the Royal Albert Hall in London, the newly-completed Sphere in Las Vegas—these buildings and many more worldwide are equally renowned for their unique architectural beauty as for the exceptional […]
Reducing Indoor Pool Noise & Pool Pump Soundproofing
Indoor pools are perfect for all-season swimming, but they generate significant noise pollution that can travel throughout your property. Swimming pool noise ranges from the gentle splish splash of laps to children’s cheers and the incessant whir of the pump and pool equipment. Regardless of its source, sound can bounce beyond your pool deck to […]
Harmonizing Spaces: The Role of Acoustic Architects in Designing Soundscapes
Over the past handful of decades, a lot of attention has been paid to the way sound impacts our lives. Whether emphasis is placed on minimizing our exposure to loud sounds or using white noise machines to help us sleep, it’s become increasingly clear that carefully controlling the types of sounds we’re exposed to can […]
