Environmental sound isolation is an absolute must just the same as isolating the local environment from sounds being generated inside the facility. As digital recording has improved the signal-to-noise ratio of the actual recording process, a modern studio must have an equivalent signal-to-noise in its acoustics.

Live footage is blended with studio effects and dubbing. These effects and the dubbing must match absolutely perfectly with the live take. For this reason, ADR rooms/booths use extreme isolation and near anechoic treatment to remove any artifacts from the recorded dub or effect. Likewise, a cinema must provide an environment so that the participant is immersed in the film. Both types of facilities must meet the noise requirements of NC-15 (noise criteria). We design dubbing theaters and cinema theaters in 5.1, 7.1, Dolby Atmos, and Auro 3D.

Ceiling height for internal room acoustics as well as nearby noise sources or noise-sensitive neighbors are among the most common issues. Our designs confront these challenges with proven techniques and specific guaranteed outcomes. Given enough space, you can create, mix, and/or master in one of our home studios just as well as you could do in a commercial facility.

Home Theater spaces are often used for audiophile listening. Every parameter is optimized in this room system: – electronics, sight lines, acoustics, isolation, HVAC, and room lighting. Our designs incorporate the latest in electronics and acoustics technology. Dolby Atmos is supported as well as 5.1, 7.1 surround, and Auro 3D. Screens can be motorized, perforated or the new curved screen 4k LED large panel smart-TVs.

An overly reverberant space is the enemy of speech recognition. If you have ever tried to have a quiet conversation in a noisy coffee bar or restaurant, you know what I’m talking about. The reverberant field dominates and to compensate, one raises his or her voice. This often devolves into cacophony where every person is struggling to sort one voice out of the babble. Specialized acoustic wall and ceiling panels that also house other needed amenities like shelving, lighting, and wall decor can be installed to reduce the reverberant field and improve speech intelligibility.

This is because the space is a complete system comprising the building, performers, and audience. This system is a conduit for the exchange of ideas, emotions, thoughts, and feelings. It is a very human experience. We understand this intuitive and counter-intuitive system and design so that both the performers and audience can be uninhibited by the system or building in the exchange of information.

A school or classroom’s purpose is to create an environment of learning. This is obvious but sometimes overlooked by interior designers. The looks of a classroom are important, but the acoustics of a classroom should be higher on the priority list.

In independent tests, it has been shown that students perform/learn poorly in highly reverberant spaces. This is due to poor speech intelligibility. Noise ingress and egress is also an issue and steps must be taken to provide a quiet and focused environment. Learning is much like the creative process which requires a distraction-free environment. This is particularly true for children and young adults, who often exhibit less-than-optimal attention spans.

Vibration isolation is required for many applications other than audio. We have successfully designed installations of sensitive measuring equipment in automotive stamping factories; isolation from ground/floor vibrations lower than 17 Hz with acceleration is constant at 24.5 mm/s².

Vibration isolation is dependent on many factors. Please contact us with your particular challenge and we will provide you with the engineering details and product recommendations. HVAC noise levels must never exceed NC-10 (noise criteria). The Mean Free Time measurements (reverberation time) must meet a predetermined specification for each room according to its function. Spaces must be designed to spread in the direction of the workflow, supporting the creative process. Natural lighting is incorporated where possible. Noise-free electrical and audio wiring is critical.