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Acoustic Design Requirements in Australia

12 room-standard combinations across 10 room types. RT60 targets, background noise limits, and compliance costs.

AS/NZS 2107:2016WELL v2 Feature 74ISO 3382

Room Types with Acoustic Requirements

All Room-Standard Combinations in Australia

Room TypeStandardRT60BGN LimitCost
ClassroomAS/NZS 2107:2016≤ 0.6s35–40 dBAAUD 24,000–AUD 34,000
ClassroomWELL v2 Feature 74≤ 0.6s≤ 35 dBAAUD 28,000–AUD 40,000
Open Plan OfficeWELL v2 Feature 74≤ 0.5s≤ 45 dBAAUD 130–AUD 220/m²
Open Plan OfficeAS/NZS 2107:2016≤ 0.8s40–45 dBAAUD 100–AUD 180/m²
Meeting RoomWELL v2 Feature 74≤ 0.6s≤ 35 dBAAUD 6,000–AUD 13,000
Hospital WardAS/NZS 2107:2016≤ 0.8s≤ 40 dBAAUD 28,000–AUD 45,000 per 100m²
Recording StudioISO 33820.3–0.5sNR-15AUD 450–AUD 800/m²
RestaurantAS/NZS 2107:2016≤ 0.8s45–55 dBAAUD 85–AUD 160/m²
Sports HallAS/NZS 2107:2016≤ 1.5s≤ 55 dBAAUD 55–AUD 110/m²
Worship SpaceISO 33821.5–2.5sNR-25AUD 150–AUD 350/m²
Home StudioISO 33820.2–0.4sNR-25AUD 2,000–AUD 10,000 total
Concert HallISO 33821.8–2.2sNR-15AUD 1,000–AUD 1,500/m²

Frequently Asked Questions: Australia Acoustics

What acoustic standards apply in Australia?
Australia uses AS/NZS 2107:2016, WELL v2 Feature 74, ISO 3382. Requirements vary by room type and building use.
How many room types have acoustic requirements in Australia?
There are specific acoustic requirements for 10 room types in Australia, covering 12 room-standard combinations including classrooms, offices, hospitals, and performance spaces.
How much does acoustic treatment cost in Australia?
Acoustic treatment costs in Australia vary by room type. For example, Classroom treatment costs AUD 24,000–AUD 34,000. Use the free calculator for project-specific estimates.

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