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Acoustic Design Requirements in Singapore

10 room-standard combinations across 8 room types. RT60 targets, background noise limits, and compliance costs.

SS 553:2016WELL v2 Feature 74ISO 3382

Room Types with Acoustic Requirements

All Room-Standard Combinations in Singapore

Room TypeStandardRT60BGN LimitCost
ClassroomSS 553:2016≤ 0.6sNC-35S$28,000–S$40,000
Open Plan OfficeWELL v2 Feature 74≤ 0.5s≤ 45 dBAS$140–S$250/m²
Open Plan OfficeSS 553:2016≤ 0.8sNC-35 to NC-40S$120–S$200/m²
Meeting RoomWELL v2 Feature 74≤ 0.6s≤ 35 dBAS$7,000–S$15,000
Meeting RoomSS 553:2016≤ 0.6sNC-25 to NC-30S$6,000–S$13,000
Hospital WardWELL v2 Feature 74≤ 0.6s≤ 35 dBAS$32,000–S$50,000 per 100m²
Recording StudioISO 33820.3–0.5sNR-15S$500–S$900/m²
RestaurantSS 553:2016≤ 0.8sNC-40S$90–S$170/m²
Concert HallISO 33821.8–2.2sNR-15S$1,100–S$1,800/m²
Home StudioISO 33820.2–0.4sNR-25S$2,500–S$12,000 total

Frequently Asked Questions: Singapore Acoustics

What acoustic standards apply in Singapore?▾
Singapore uses SS 553:2016, WELL v2 Feature 74, ISO 3382. Requirements vary by room type and building use.
How many room types have acoustic requirements in Singapore?▾
There are specific acoustic requirements for 8 room types in Singapore, covering 10 room-standard combinations including classrooms, offices, hospitals, and performance spaces.
How much does acoustic treatment cost in Singapore?▾
Acoustic treatment costs in Singapore vary by room type. For example, Classroom treatment costs S$28,000–S$40,000. Use the free calculator for project-specific estimates.

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