All you need to know: suspended and wall acoustic panels

Acoustic panels, both suspended and wall-mounted, are essential tools for managing sound within a room. They help reduce noise levels and echo by absorbing sound waves.

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However, there is a fundamental difference between the two:

1. Acoustic treatment optimizes sound within a room by breaking up echoes.
2. Soundproofing (or acoustic insulation) prevents noise from outside a room from penetrating inside.

For example, if you have a noisy neighbor who often parties, you'll need sound insulation to reduce the noise that passes between his home and yours.

Conversely, if your room resonates, you need acoustic treatment. This is common in restaurants, where numerous people chatting can make speech intelligibility poor, requiring raised voices to be heard. Acoustic treatment significantly improves this situation.

Acoustic armchairs and sofas are enhanced furniture pieces, such as chairs, armchairs, or sofas, with acoustic properties that help reduce noise and create semi-private spaces. They are perfect for open-plan areas like offices, receptions, or hotel lobbies.

What is the difference between acoustic armchairs and sofas and normal seating furniture?

One might worry that acoustic chairs and sofas won't provide total privacy because they are open. However, these pieces are much more advanced than standard armchairs and sofas. They often have high backs or all-encompassing walls that surround the chair or sofa, increasing privacy and comfort. Additionally, they use sound-absorbing materials to reduce sound reverberation, offering a level of acoustic management that common seating can't match.

Acoustic armchairs and sofas are designed with comfort in mind, offering cushioned seating and ergonomically designed backrests to prevent posture issues.

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These pieces can also be equipped with various accessories such as work tables, lamps, or power and data sockets. They are built for both professional and recreational gatherings, considering every social aspect in their design.

Should I add acoustic armchairs and sofas to my office?

If your office, building reception, hotel lobby, or any other open-plan space lacks quiet seating areas, the answer is yes! Unlike standard seating furniture, acoustic armchairs and sofas are designed to provide comfort, acoustics, and privacy. They help manage sound paths in open areas, reducing the impact of noise without creating fully enclosed rooms.

Unlike fully enclosed meeting pods or semi-open booths, acoustic furniture offers a degree of privacy and quietness without complete isolation. They are also less intrusive and easier to accommodate in small spaces, providing better privacy and quietness compared to normal seating. Their flexibility and adaptability make them easy to move and change configurations, suiting the dynamic needs of modern offices.

Acoustic armchairs and sofas come in various shapes, materials, and finishes, from contemporary designs to more simple structures, ensuring you can find the right piece for any decor. They also vary in size, from small units for two people to larger options that can seat over ten people comfortably.

These pieces tend to be more economical than other similar solutions, making them a cost-effective option for adding semi-private spaces in open-plan offices. They can be used for professional or social interaction, relaxation, or team brainstorming areas.

In conclusion, acoustic armchairs and sofas creatively and efficiently add semi-private spaces to any open-plan area. Their similarity to common seating furniture offers numerous benefits without committing to built-in rooms or larger pods/booths.