Project Overview: TRACON Acoustic Treatment at the RSW Fort Myers Tower The RSW TRACON Tower in Fort Myers plays a critical role in coordinating air traffic across Southwest Florida’s skies. As part of an ongoing effort to enhance working conditions for radar operators, the FAA initiated a focused acoustical upgrade to reduce echo and background […]
Category Archives: Case Studies
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Project Overview: Upgrading a High School Auditorium for Acoustic Clarity The performing arts center at Eastside High School serves as a cornerstone for student theater, band, and community events. But despite its visual appeal, the space was plagued with long reverberation times, muffled speech, and uneven sound distribution. The School District of Alachua County partnered […]
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Project Overview: Acoustic Floor Solutions for a High-End Multi-Family Development Located in the vibrant heart of Downtown Denver’s Arts District, Art District Flats (ADF) is a modern multi-family development designed for residents who expect premium finishes and superior living comfort. With over 125,000 SF across eight stories, the project was planned to meet stringent acoustic […]
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Project Overview: Echo Reduction in a Luxury Hospitality Space The Luminary Hotel in Fort Myers is an upscale Autograph Collection property known for its distinctive architecture, luxury accommodations, and curated guest experiences. Two of its signature hospitality spaces — The Workshop Culinary Theater and Ella Mae’s Diner — required specialized echo reduction to match their […]
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Project Overview: Preserving History with Modern Sound Control The historic McDonogh 19 Elementary School, now the Tate Etienne & Prevost Center, stands as a powerful symbol of the Civil Rights Movement. Known as the first integrated public school in New Orleans, the building had remained vacant since Hurricane Katrina. Today, a $16 million school renovation—funded […]
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Project Overview: Acoustic Design Excellence in a Tampa Office Global biotechnology leader Amgen is known for innovation—not just in the lab, but in the work environments it creates for its employees. Following their move into a 130,000-square-foot facility in 2017, rapid growth made an office expansion essential at their ACC Tampa location. With over 500 […]
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Project Overview: Improving Acoustics for a Thrilling Venue Andretti Indoor Karting & Games in Orlando is known for its adrenaline-fueled racing tracks, immersive arcade games, and vibrant social atmosphere. While the high-energy environment is part of the fun in gaming and racing zones, the same noise levels can be overwhelming in areas meant for dining […]
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Project Overview: Transforming School Acoustics for Sandy Lane Elementary Sandy Lane Elementary School in Clearwater, FL recently transitioned into a school for the arts, creating new opportunities for students in music, dance, and performance. This transformation included converting the back wing into the Performing Arts Wing for the Conservatory of the Arts, complete with dedicated […]
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Project Overview: Acoustic Precision in a Luxury Cinema Setting Cinepolis Hamlin is part of a high-end cinema chain known for luxury seating, premium finishes, and an exceptional viewing experience. To maintain this standard, controlling noise bleed between auditoriums is critical—especially for low-frequency sounds that can easily disrupt quiet movie moments. Commercial Acoustics was contracted to […]
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Project Overview: Sound Masking Upgrade for Sheriff’s Office Privacy The Orange County Sheriff’s Office faced a significant challenge—private conversations in interrogation and soft rooms were audible from adjacent spaces and corridors. This compromised investigative integrity and discouraged victims from speaking freely in rooms designed for safety and comfort. Commercial Acoustics was contracted to diagnose sound […]