High NRC Ceiling Tiles in a Modern Workspace: Biohaven at One Flagler Office Building

• Project: Biohaven Pharmaceuticals – Modern Office Build-Out
• Location: One Flagler, 134 Lakeview Ave Floor 25, West Palm Beach, FL
• Client: Biohaven Pharmaceuticals
• Facility Type: Executive-level corporate office
• Contractor: RM Construction Management
• Scope: Install 3,000 sq. ft. of high NRC ceiling tile on 9/16″ Suprafine grid

Commercial Acoustics partnered with RM Construction Management to support the acoustic design phase of Biohaven Pharmaceuticals’ new office at One Flagler, a landmark commercial tower in West Palm Beach. The project transformed over 7,000 square feet of space into a modern office environment featuring executive offices, conference rooms, open-plan workspaces, and collaborative zones.

Our contribution focused on installing a high NRC ceiling tile system designed to reduce echo, enhance speech clarity, and align with the sophisticated visual standards of the interior build. In a Class A+ tower like One Flagler, the integration of acoustics had to be seamless—quietly improving function without drawing visual attention. By coordinating with ceiling-mounted lighting, HVAC, and sprinkler systems, our team delivered acoustic performance without altering the ceiling architecture.

• Challenge: Maintain privacy and reduce echo in open-plan work areas
• Solution: High NRC ceiling tile to absorb speech-frequency sound energy
• Constraint: Avoid conflicts with existing lighting, HVAC, and life safety

The Biohaven team needed a solution that balanced architectural design with acoustic control. In modern office environments with hard surfaces, glass partitions, and open layouts, reverberation and sound bleed can easily undermine focus and privacy. This was especially true at One Flagler, where Biohaven’s executive team operates in close proximity to collaborative departments and meeting spaces.

We recommended ceiling tiles with a noise reduction coefficient (NRC) of 0.75, capable of absorbing 75% of sound energy at key speech frequencies. The system helped localize sound in meeting rooms, minimized carryover between offices, and created a quieter, more focused environment for teams to collaborate and communicate.

• Reverberation Control: RT60 modeled reduction of 35–40 percent
• Speech Privacy: Localized sound zones with reduced carryover
• User Feedback: Improved clarity in calls and in-person conversations

No additional sound masking or wall-mounted panels were required. This NRC ceiling tile system achieved its goals without impacting the visual design of the space. Employees reported immediate improvements in acoustic clarity, particularly in conference rooms and shared office areas.

For Biohaven, the ceiling system not only solved a functional challenge—it reinforced the quality, precision, and comfort expected in a modern corporate environment.

• Acoustic Value: Reduces echo, boosts clarity, and improves focus
• Design Compatibility: Clean integration with premium ceiling layouts
• Fast Installation: Minimal disruption in occupied or near-complete spaces

In high-end office interiors, acoustics are often overlooked until they become a problem. By specifying premium NRC ceiling tile during design development, architects and contractors can avoid costly retrofits or post-occupancy complaints.

The system installed at One Flagler proves that performance and aesthetics are not mutually exclusive. The tiles provided real acoustic value without compromising on finish, and they were installed efficiently with no ceiling rework or layout changes.

Whether in executive suites, conference areas, or collaborative departments, high NRC tile helps maintain comfort, confidentiality, and design continuity across modern workspaces.

• Grid System: 9/16″ Suprafine for clean fit with ceiling layout
• Work Hours: Phased install during business hours, no disruption
• Coordination: Worked around MEP to avoid clashes with ducts & lights

Installation at Biohaven was phased to maintain operations throughout the project. Each ceiling zone was sectioned off and completed during normal business hours, with no disruption to sensitive equipment or workflows. The 4’x4′ tiles were laid into a 9/16″ Suprafine grid system, offering tight reveals and a clean architectural finish.

Our team coordinated closely with MEP drawings to avoid conflicts with ductwork, light fixtures, and sprinkler systems. No ceiling rework or drywall alterations were required. In the end, the client experienced zero punch list items and full satisfaction with the acoustic improvement. This approach is typical of our healthcare projects—fast, coordinated, and designed to integrate smoothly into existing building systems.

The Biohaven Pharmaceuticals office at One Flagler showcases how high NRC ceiling tile can quietly transform the experience of a modern office space. This wasn’t just an installation—it was an acoustic strategy, delivered without disruption, that elevated both form and function.

At a time when corporate interiors are expected to deliver more than visual appeal, architects and general contractors must consider sound as a critical element of performance. In executive suites, collaborative areas, and open workspaces alike, reverberation and lack of clarity can impact everything from productivity to client impression.

Our work on this project illustrates how acoustics can be designed with the same level of care as lighting, finish, and layout. By partnering early in the build-out process and coordinating closely with ceiling-mounted systems, we helped Biohaven achieve a quieter, more private, and more refined workplace—without compromise.

For layout assistance, submittal packages, or installation coordination on your next office project, contact Commercial Acoustics. We help architects and contractors specify, schedule, and deliver acoustic ceiling solutions that perform—without disrupting the build.