Café Area Acoustics in Coworking & Flexible Workspaces

Acoustic performance in a café area directly impacts the functionality and occupant experience of coworking & flexible workspaces buildings. The RT60 target of ≤1.0s is set to ensure that the space meets its intended purpose, whether that involves speech intelligibility, noise control, or sound isolation from adjacent areas.

The key metric of LAeq ≤65 dB addresses the primary acoustic concern for this room type. Achieving this target typically requires a combination of absorptive surface treatments, appropriate construction mass, and careful attention to flanking paths and HVAC noise contributions.

Providing acoustic privacy between diverse tenants who may be conducting confidential video calls adjacent to collaborative brainstorming sessions, while maintaining the open, sociable atmosphere that attracts coworking members.