When developing luxury hotel and condo units, sound transmission and privacy are a top concern. Condo owners have a reasonable expectation of privacy and near-silence, and this expectation increases as the cost of the unit does as well. Soundproofing the condo ceilings, walls, and floors contribute to an acceptable acoustic environment to the end owner. […]
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Jun
Commercial Acoustics works with a variety of entertainment venues and sporting arenas nationwide, most recently assisting the Atlanta Falcon’s Mercedes-Benz Stadium in their stunning $1.5 billion stadium (complete with solar panels, fan plaza and retractable roof). Since stadiums and entertainment projects typically generate large amounts of noise, it’s often expected that they would require an […]
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The Cayman Condominiums near downtown Orlando were undergoing a renovation, its first in 20 years. While the existing structure and design were acceptable from an aesthetic and functional perspective, the contractor felt that they needed to address the one major complaint they were receiving – noise. The Orlando-based condo required soundproofing expertise to ensure that […]
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CA Ventures is known for developing well-built, high-performing student housing complexes nationwide. When they were looking to develop a multifamily project close to Auburn University, comfort, aesthetics and amenities were a top priority. Located in the heart of downtown Auburn, Evolve Student Apartments stands 9 stories high, fully furnished with the highest level of amenities […]
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One of the problems that many homeowners face which not too many people think about is all the noise that can come from a bathroom, such as a toilet flushing or water running through the drain. This happens in residential single family homes, as well as high-end hotels – where water is flushing, the noise […]
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Hotels tend to be located near highways, making it convenient for travelers to pull off after a long day of driving. While they’re conveniently located, the proximity to the highway can cause issues for hotel guests. This particular hotel was receiving a lot of complaints from its guests about the loud traffic noise disturbing them […]
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A new-construction custom home was being completed in Tampa, FL in February 2017. Outfitted with some of the most recent technology, the owner was concerned about excessive noise from the playroom and entertainment room upstairs, as well as insulating the Master Bedroom downstairs. The framing was made of 6” wood studs, with ceilings at 12’ […]
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One of the most ideal uses for soundproofing membranes is when low-frequency reduction is critical to the performance of a system. This is especially true with entertainment and industrial venues, where low-frequency noise is generated from equipment and amplified speakers. A recent case study with a luxury cinema in Dallas, Texas serves as a prime […]
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The Tampa Yacht and Country Club was struggling with an exterior acoustics issue. While it is a beautiful venue with a history of hosting elegant events, this also led to large wedding parties that sometimes were louder than local neighbors appreciated. And while many clubhouses deal with echo and reverb problems, this was a unique […]
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Sound Issues in the Old Hotel Initially opened in the 1920s, the historic Fenway Hotel is due to be reopened later this year as a boutique hotel. While the transformation included cosmetic and functional upgrades, there was one portion of the hotel renovation that called for soundproofing expertise – the noise transfer between rooms. Construction […]