Our architectural acoustics service is dedicated to the design and optimization of the acoustic characteristics of indoor spaces. We use state-of-the-art techniques and advanced simulation software to create perfectly balanced sound environments in compliance with current regulations.
Architectural Acoustics Services
Auditoriums and concert halls: We design spaces that deliver exceptional acoustics for musical performances of all kinds, optimizing reverberation time, clarity, and sound distribution to ensure a memorable listening experience from every seat.
Conference rooms and classrooms: We optimize speech intelligibility for clear and effective communication, ensuring optimal acoustic parameters for comprehension. Each project is designed to reduce speaker vocal strain and improve audience attention.
School acoustics according to UNI 11532: We design learning environments compliant with UNI 11532-1 and UNI 11532-2 standards, creating classrooms with optimal reverberation time, acoustically comfortable gyms and sports spaces, dining areas and common spaces that promote social interaction, and laboratories and libraries designed for concentration. We handle the evaluation of passive acoustic requirements in school buildings, improve speech intelligibility to support learning, and reduce teachers’ vocal strain.
Recording studios: We create acoustically neutral environments for high-quality audio production, with precise control of reflections and background noise. Each studio is designed to provide transparent and accurate monitoring, essential for professional productions.
Restaurants and public spaces: We balance acoustics to create a pleasant atmosphere without compromising conversation privacy and acoustic comfort. We design solutions that allow customers to converse comfortably even in crowded environments.
Open-plan offices: We design solutions to reduce background noise and improve concentration by implementing sound masking strategies and acoustic zoning that enhance productivity and employee well-being.
Acoustic Design Methodology
Our integrated approach begins with a preliminary acoustic analysis of the architectural characteristics of the space, continues with 3D acoustic modeling using specialized software such as CATT-Acoustic and our proprietary Audieum, and is completed with the careful selection of sound-absorbing and sound-insulating materials. We perform acoustic parameter calculations according to ISO and UNI standards and ensure compliance verification with legal passive acoustic requirements.
Reference Standards
We ensure compliance with the main industry standards: UNI 11532-1 and UNI 11532-2 for school buildings, DPCM 5/12/1997 for passive acoustic requirements, and UNI EN ISO 3382 for room acoustic parameters. Our experience allows us to confidently navigate different regulations, ensuring projects are always compliant and certifiable.
Benefits of Professional Architectural Acoustics
Investing in a professional architectural acoustics project means improving acoustic comfort and users’ quality of life, ensuring regulatory compliance and reducing legal risks, optimizing performance in work and study environments, increasing property value through certified acoustic quality, and reducing costs by avoiding expensive post-construction corrective interventions.
We work closely with architects and designers to integrate aesthetically pleasing acoustic solutions that blend seamlessly with the overall design. The final result is an environment that not only sounds good but significantly enhances the user experience.
Contact AC Acustica for professional architectural acoustics consultancy and customized acoustic optimization projects.