Russ Cooper | May 19, 2017
When you first notice something sounds “off” with the acoustics of a space, the natural reaction is to start looking for a quick fix. Although your initial Googling may suggest acoustic panels as a magical fix to your sound problem, the actual solution is a bit more complicated. With so many different causes of poor... Read More
Russ Cooper | May 1, 2017
The shape and layout requirements of a lecture hall are dictated by the acoustic and audio visual requirements. Getting acoustic and audio/video designers involved early in the design process is highly recommended. For example, concave curved surfaces are problematic because they improperly focus and unevenly distribute sound. Designing Interactive Spaces Though fixed-seating tiered lecture halls... Read More
Mark Holden | April 10, 2017
How much does acoustic design cost? What services do you actually pay for? And why is it good to start early? These are good questions to ask when considering the financial implications of building classrooms with ideal acoustics. Architectural firms often hire acoustic design firms as consultants and advisors as they plan new school designs... Read More