Articles tagged “architectural acoustics”
4 articles covering architectural acoustics in acoustic engineering and building design.
What Are Perforated Acoustic Panels?
Perforated acoustic panels use holes or slots in a rigid facing to allow sound through to an absorptive backing. Learn about perforation patterns, open area ratios, resonant absorption, and design.
What is Acoustic Plaster?
Acoustic plaster is a spray-applied or trowel-applied porous finish that absorbs sound while looking like a smooth seamless ceiling or wall. Learn how it works, its NRC performance, and applications.
What is Acoustic Zoning? Organising Spaces by Noise Sensitivity
Acoustic zoning groups building areas by noise sensitivity and output, separating loud from quiet functions. Learn zoning principles, buffer strategies, and how building codes require it.
Acoustic Design for Architects — Everything You Need to Know Without a Specialist Degree
The definitive architect's guide to acoustic design covering RT60, STI, material selection, building standards, and when to hire a consultant. Includes a worked example for a multi-use community centre and specification templates for tender documents.