Why Acoustic Consultants & Specialists Matter Every project has unique sound challenges — some are subtle, others are impossible to ignore. While many architects and contractors rely on general design experience for sound control, complex or high-value projects often demand expert precision. That’s where an acoustic specialist comes in. From reviewing design plans to performing […]
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Understanding the Basics When people talk about sound masking, they often refer to it as “white noise.” But in practice, the balanced, comfortable sound used in most professional systems is pink noise. Pink noise distributes sound energy more naturally across frequencies, making it softer and easier on the ear. It’s the acoustic foundation behind modern […]
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Project Overview: High-STC Design for a Luxury Condo Build 731 St. Charles Avenue is a $40 million luxury condominium development redefining upscale living in the heart of New Orleans. The project replaces a historic concrete structure that once hosted some of the city’s earliest Mardi Gras balls—transforming a cultural landmark into modern residences that demand […]
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Project Overview: Acoustic Art Panels for a Modern Workplace CAN Community Health is a not-for-profit organization operating 34 offices across Florida and South Carolina, providing inclusive medical and social services. Their new Sarasota headquarters presented a design challenge common in modern workspaces—large open areas with concrete floors, glass walls, and metal ceilings that amplified sound […]
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Project Overview: Zasu Restaurant & Custom Color Acoustic Panels Zasu’s intimate dining room was experiencing the classic “small, lively space” problem—hardwood flooring, painted drywall, and a hard ceiling that amplified clatter, conversations, and glassware noise. Staff fatigue and table-to-table spillover were increasing as service picked up, especially at peak hours. The owner wanted a measurable […]
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Project Overview: Custom Acoustic Panels for a Luxury Clubhouse The Concession Golf Club is a premier destination in Bradenton, Florida, known for its championship course and refined clubhouse experience. Yet like many beautiful dining spaces with tall ceilings and hard surfaces, the main room struggled with excessive echo that made conversation difficult during peak service […]
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Project Overview: Echo Reduction for a School Gymnasium St. Paul’s Episcopal School in New Orleans contacted Commercial Acoustics with an urgent problem: excessive echo in their gymnasium. Like many school gyms, the space doubled as both an athletic facility and a performance venue. With a high-profile fundraiser and brass band concert just weeks away, the […]
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Project Overview: Hospital Guesthouse Soundproofing & Wall Assembly Design The Shands Guesthouse at the University of Florida campus was designed to offer comfort and privacy for visitors and families of patients receiving care at Shands Hospital. As part of the project, Commercial Acoustics was engaged to provide soundproofing in healthcare that met Marriott’s acoustic brand […]
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Throughout Orlando and the Southeast US, many hotels are still built with stick construction methods, including wood stud partitions and open web truss floors. However, the major hotel brands still require an STC of 55+ for most demising walls, and 50+ for corridor walls and floor assemblies. This can be an extreme challenge, since STC […]
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Why STC 50 Matters in Modern Construction Every building has a sound story—how noise moves, echoes, and fades within its walls. For architects and contractors, controlling that story means understanding how to meet and exceed STC 50, the benchmark for acoustic comfort and code compliance. Hitting this target ensures walls not only meet regulatory standards […]