Project Overview: Acoustic Treatment at a Navy Engineering Hub NAVFAC, the Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command, oversees a massive network of critical infrastructure for the Navy and Marine Corps. From office buildings and airfields to command centers and training facilities, NAVFAC plays a central role in ensuring these spaces remain functional, efficient, and comfortable. When […]
Case Studies
Acoustic Ceiling Diffuser Install for a Music Building: Polk State College in Winter Haven, FL
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Project Overview: Ceiling Diffuser Install for a College Music Building As part of a campus-wide investment in its performing arts facilities, Polk State College engaged Commercial Acoustics to support the acoustic renovation of its music building in Winter Haven, FL. This facility houses the school’s growing music program and features performance rooms, group practice spaces, […]
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Project Overview: Noise Control Solutions for Apartment Amenities Located in downtown St. Petersburg, Marina Club Apartments is a large-scale luxury residential development featuring over 700 units and a variety of high-end amenity spaces. Skanska was tasked with delivering a best-in-class living environment, including thoughtful design elements that address the acoustic challenges common to multi-family buildings. […]
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What Is an STC Rating? STC ratings help architects and engineers evaluate how effectively walls and partitions reduce noise transfer. Use the chart below to identify assemblies that meet specific performance goals for privacy, comfort, or code compliance in multi-family, hospitality, and office projects. STC Rating Chart – Typical Assemblies STC 25–35 Low Privacy Speech […]
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Project Overview: Acoustic Design for a Historic Public Theatre Tampa Theatre—a nearly century-old landmark and one of Florida’s most recognizable public theatres—sought to expand its programming with a more intimate venue. The new 42-seat screening room needed to deliver a rich cinematic experience while preserving the elegance of the historic structure. Commercial Acoustics was brought […]
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Project Overview: Acoustic Treatment for BNY Mellon Corporate Office BNY Mellon’s Lake Mary campus is a high-performance workplace that blends executive offices, open work zones, lounges, and meeting spaces into one modern environment. With so many overlapping uses, controlling noise was essential—not just for comfort, but for day-to-day communication, focus, and privacy. To meet these […]
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Project Overview: Acoustic Treatment in a Courthouse Renovation Located in the heart of Savannah’s historic district, the Chatham County Courthouse underwent a major renovation to enhance both functionality and acoustic quality. With its large public spaces and traditional design, the building required modern treatments that wouldn’t compromise its classic architectural integrity. JE Dunn Construction brought […]
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Project Overview: Noise Reduction for Duke Energy’s Open Office Space Duke Energy’s North Point facility serves as a regional office hub supporting both field operations and executive staff. As part of a major renovation, the building was redesigned to support hybrid collaboration and dynamic workflows. But with more glass, higher ceilings, and fewer private offices, […]
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Quick Overview 1. Demising Wall Assembly and STC Target The wall is where most architects start and where most projects already do fine. The bigger spec risk is going generic. “STC 55 partition” on the drawing puts the burden on the contractor to interpret it, which almost always means a single-layer build that misses the […]
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Project Overview: Acoustic Ceiling Treatment at Broken Sound Country Club Broken Sound Country Club in Boca Raton is one of South Florida’s premier private clubs, known for its elegant amenities, refined social events, and elevated guest experience. But with that level of luxury comes a heightened expectation for comfort—including the often-overlooked acoustic environment. To address […]