by Melinda Miller | Acoustics
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....
by Melinda Miller | Noise and Vibration
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.
by Brian Atkinson | Acoustics, Audiovisual, Noise and Vibration
When the first call or email comes in about a new project it’s important to ask if the project is for renovating an existing space, or new construction. It’s an important question because the approach to each type of project is different. We’re brought in after a...
by Brian Atkinson | Acoustics
Acoustics By Design provides AVL and acoustical consulting from our offices in Grand Rapids and Detroit, Michigan, and Portland, Oregon, on projects throughout the United States, and around the world. If you’re trying to get started in the field of acoustics, but...
by ABD Engineering and Design | Noise and Vibration
Mixed use developments need to have the proper noise isolation partitions and the proper expectations for tenants. “I can hear their music and their phone ringing; I can even hear them repeat the order!” This comment came from a frustrated condo owner who lived above...
