Project Overview: Wall Soundproofing for Remote Tribal Healthcare Serving over 50 rural communities in Western Alaska, Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation (YKHC) operates one of the most remote healthcare facilities in the U.S. When Davis Constructors took on a major expansion at YKHC, they faced a significant challenge—meeting high sound transmission class (STC) ratings within a cost-effective […]
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Ensuring Speech Privacy in Interrogation Rooms: Miami-Dade Police Department – Fred Taylor HQ
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Jun
Jun
Project Overview: Speech Privacy Enhancements at Miami-Dade Police HQ The Miami-Dade Police Department (MDPD) identified a critical gap in acoustic security at its Fred Taylor Headquarters Complex. Over time, investigators noticed that conversations from one interrogation room were clearly audible in the next—compromising case integrity and allowing for the possibility of suspect collusion. To resolve […]
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Feb
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Project Overview: Acoustic Wall Panels at Virgin Hotels in New Orleans Virgin Hotels opened its New Orleans location in the heart of the Warehouse District—an area known for its rich architecture and lively event scene. The project aimed to strike a balance between modern aesthetic and acoustic functionality in a multi-use event space known as […]
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Jan
Jan
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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Nov
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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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Sep
Sep
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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Mar
Mar
Project Overview: Sazerac House Museum Soundproofing Membrane Installation The Sazerac House, a new cocktail and liquor museum in downtown New Orleans, blends cultural history with modern mixed-use design. This landmark building celebrates the city’s iconic Sazerac cocktail while providing retail, exhibit, and office space under one roof. As with many retrofits in dense urban cores, […]
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Mar
Mar
Project Overview: Parkside Audiology Hearing Booth Noise Control Parkside Audiology, located in Tampa’s Crown Building, is dedicated to accurate hearing evaluations for patients of all ages. However, the clinic’s hearing booth faced significant acoustic challenges that threatened the precision of diagnostic testing. Commercial Acoustics was called in to identify noise sources and recommend targeted soundproofing […]
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Jan
Project Overview: Highland AG Office & Podcast Studio Soundproofing Treatment Highland AG Solutions renovated their two-story headquarters in Mulberry, Florida, to create a more modern, collaborative workspace. While the new design improved aesthetics and layout, it introduced new acoustic challenges. Conference rooms had too much echo, and sound was leaking between private offices due to […]
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Apr
Apr
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 […]