Building Acoustics
We specialise in building acoustic design and cover all areas of acoustics and noise control, from residential design, open plan office design, school design, mechanical ventilation design.
Sound plays a significant role in making sure a building suits its intended purpose.
Theatres and concert halls use masterful acoustic design to enhance the audience experience. Whereas schools, offices and hospitals need premium sound insulation to promote calm and focus.
Project managers throughout the UK and Wales rely on Acoustic Consultants Ltd for compliant building acoustic design services that deliver superior sound treatment and soundproofing. With our expert guidance and oversight, your project can exceed client expectations at minimal cost.
Why Choose Acoustic Consultants?
Trusted and experienced
Established in 1987, we have more than 35 years’ experience in cutting-edge building acoustic design.
All our consultants are members of the Institute of Acoustics, with significant experience in all areas of noise and acoustics.
Our expertise ensures your project benefits from the highest possible standards of building acoustic design.
RIBA design and development support
Our building acoustic consultants support your project through all Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) stages of design and development. That includes:
- Stage 1: Preparation and briefing
- Stage 2: Concept design
- Stage 3: Spatial coordination
- Stage 4: Technical design
At the early stages of your project (typically RIBA 2 or 3), we can produce an acoustic strategy report to guide your designer in their system sections.
During the coordination and design stages (RIBA 3 and 4), our specialists also provide detailed design advice for all elements of your building. That includes:
- Sound insulation
- Room acoustics
- External noise intrusion
- Building services design review
We provide advice and documentation for design and build tender bids, and develop your designs with nominated contractors.
All advice that you receive from our team comes in an easy-to-follow report format for total clarity. And we remain on hand throughout your project to assist you with any enquiries.
The power of value engineering
Our value engineering service is supported by our database of thousands of real-life tests for all building and construction types. And we have considerable experience in specialist acoustic software such as Insul, CATT and Cadna:A to further improve project efficiency.
So when you work with Acoustic Consultants, you can achieve your required acoustic performance without exceeding your budget.
Sound standards achieved
Our building acoustic design projects deliver successful assessments, advice and testing for guidance documents such as:
- Approved Document E
- Building Bulletin 93 (BB93)
- Health Technical Memorandum 08-01: Acoustics~(HTM08-01)
- British Council Offices (BCO) guidance
- British Standard 8233
- BREEAM/WELL/LEAD
Contact us no for a free no-obligation quote to discuss how our building acoustic design services can elevate your project and ensure sound compliance.
What Buildings Need Acoustic Design?
Our experienced consultants are knowledgeable about building acoustic design and mechanical ventilation design for all types of construction projects. This is particularly relevant for:
- Residential buildings, hotels and office to block out noise
- Theatres, concert halls and auditoriums to boost sound quality
- Conference rooms, open-plan offices and schools to improve speech intelligibility
- Hospitals and healthcare facilities to ensure quiet and calm
Get in touch
Scheduling building acoustic design services early ensures superior sound performance in your project. Reach out to us to discuss your project in more detail or to get a free no-obligation quote.