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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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