Oct 24, 2023Outside Intruders: The Impact of Transit NoiseThe whispering of trees, the babbling of brooks, the melody of birdsong. When you think of the sounds of the outdoors, it’s likely these...
May 9, 2023Comfort and Compliance: Understanding the Importance of Noise Exposure Safety StandardsThe creation of an ideal sound environment can shift radically depending on how the space is to be used and by whom. The target...
Mar 16, 2023Why Sound Environments Matter to an Aging PopulationIt's another workday, and a colleague approaches you about a recent assignment. Despite focusing all your attention on what they're...
Mar 6, 2023Corporate Office Downsizing Is a Golden Opportunity to Improve the Sound EnvironmentThe world of work has experienced a seismic shift in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. For example, the number of hybrid and remote...
Feb 7, 2023Decibels: A Quick and Easy Guide to Understanding Decibel MeasurementsChances are, you’re fairly familiar with terms such as “decibels” or “decibel units.” If you’ve been working in the arena of architecture...
Aug 23, 2022The Soundtrack of Life Around UsIf your life had a soundtrack, what would it be? We’re not just talking about the music you love, the songs that seem to encapsulate a...
Apr 19, 2022Background Sounds Impact Solo-tasking and Multitasking: In Positive and Negative WaysDo you feel that you can multitask better than handling single tasks? Some research begs to disagree. A study from the University of...