University of Oregon Allen Hall Experience Hub
ABD Engineering & Design worked closely with PIVOT Architecture, and University of Oregon staff on the Allen Hall Experience Hub renovation. The facility is shared by different groups including: the…
Melinda MillerPrincipal Engineer
Melinda Miller, PE, LEED AP BD+C, EDAC, INCE Bd. Cert., Melinda is the Principal Engineer, stationed in Portland, Oregon. Melinda has been working in acoustical engineering since 2001. Her expertise includes diagnosing and preventing noise problems, as well as designing acoustically optimized environments using 3D computer modeling, and evidence-based design practices. Melinda earned her Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Idaho in 1998, and Master's from the University of Illinois, Chicago, in 2003. Melinda has presented technical papers and speeches for the Acoustical Society of America, the American Institute of Architects, the Chicago Chapter of the Audio Engineering Society, Columbia College, and The University of Illinois at Chicago.
Melinda Miller's Projects
Interlochen Music Center Interlochen Center for the Arts
ABD Engineering & Design worked with Cornerstone Architects to develop complete acoustical recommendations for the state-of-the-art Music Center. The Music Center includes a variety of acoustically critical listening spaces: 3…
Vancouver Clinic 3 New or Expanded Facilities
ABD Engineering & Design worked with ZGF Architects to provide complete acoustical consulting services for the Vancouver Clinic expansion project at 3 locations. Salmon Creek: 100,000 SF Camas: 25,300 SF…
South Christian High School South Christian High School
ABD Engineering & Design partnered with AMDG Architects to develop acoustical and audiovisual designs for this new campus. The school includes 56 classrooms, performing arts center around a 1,100-seat auditorium…
Sam Barlow High School Classrooms, Stadium, Performing Arts Center, Offices
ABD Engineering & Design is working with Opsis Architecture and the Gresham-Barlow School District to provide acoustical and audiovisual design of Sam Barlow High School. The project covers AV and…
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Melinda Miller's Blog Posts
How Does Acoustical Absorption Work?
Expert acoustical engineers discuss the sound principals of acoustic absorption, reflection, and transmission. How sound really works.
Absorbing Vs. Blocking Sound
When sound transfers from one space to another, what’s the most effective treatment? Does fiberglass insulation stop sound? Advice from professional acoustical consultants on the dos and don’t of sound absorption versus noise isolation....
What’s Shakin’ in Healthcare
What’s Shakin’ in Healthcare? Insight and advice from professional engineers on mechanical noise and vibration in healthcare facilities and hospitals.
Peeking into the Fitness Center
It seems like a good idea; a fitness center in your building. It’s so convenient! Unless of course, you want some peace and quiet.
The Latest Buzz – Hospital Cell Phone Use
Mobile devices have become an ever-present part of our connected culture. With smartphones, tablets, and cell phones expected to outnumber people, in the US, by the end of the year, what can a hospital do to maintain some level of quiet? Allowing cell phone use, while...