Tag Archives: Noise control

Acoustics in church architecture: A virtuous relationship

November 1, 2021

The acoustics are the heart and soul of the church. When the architect gets it right, they can enhance the emotional, intellectual, and spiritual impact of a church sermon or musical performance, helping to make church services a truly unforgettable experience for worshippers.

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In pursuit of acoustical equity

July 9, 2021

To achieve ‘better acoustics’ and fulfill the objective of designing with the occupant in mind, one must turn their attention to the sound present in the space and look at it through the lens of both architectural acoustics and psychoacoustics.

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Creating a sound strategy: Approaches to managing unwanted noise

January 20, 2021

Planning for the quality of the sound at the design stage can result in a building that delivers occupant comfort and drives positive outcomes including improving patient satisfaction and increasing speech privacy and employee productivity.

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Pennsylvania school adds trio of ceiling treatments to improve acoustics in new space

December 10, 2020

The Stone Independent School in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, added a trio of ceiling treatments to improve the acoustic environment in their new location which used to be a manufacturing facility.

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Wood ceilings combine beauty with performance

February 26, 2020

Wood ceilings can not only provide inviting, eye-catching aesthetics, but also effective acoustical control, making them a versatile and functional design element. To obtain the acoustic benefits, the panels must be perforated and backed with a sound-absorbing material.

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