Creating acoustically-sound spaces

Acoustically-sound environments are vital in aiding employee productivity, creativity and comfort. Prolonged exposure to noise can have a profound effect on our heartrate, breathing and emotions, impacting our mood and ability to focus.  In fact, 65% of UK employees surveyed by HR News reported noise in the workplace has a negative effect on their concentration.

Yet, silence in the office is a no-no too as this can cause spaces to become negative and intimidating. To avoid excessive and unpleasant sound reverberation, acoustic elements such as freestanding or fixed absorption panels, ceiling baffles or noise control glass could be integrated. Alongside improving sound clarity, this provides assurance that conversations remain private to external parties.

 

 

 

To counteract sound control issues within an open-plan space, screens can be utilised to zone off areas for breaks, meetings or independent working. Many manufacturers offer various colourways and decorative designs, allowing these pieces to be subtle or striking. Similarly, modular screens can be set up within minutes to allow instant privacy and quietness as and when required.

Having an acoustic strategy is key to creating the right ambience of sound. You may have seen the The Sound of Colleagues white noise substitute shared around social media recently. In just a few clicks, you can emulate the familiar sound of keyboards tapping, coffee machines whirring and telephones ringing. With almost 8,000 monthly listeners, the pandemic has made more than a few of us nostalgic for said ambience.

Contact Ultimate to discuss the sound-absorbing solutions we can offer you.