This case study presents an acoustic upgrading project in a university environment, focusing on a classroom and two offices. These spaces, characterised by high and vaulted ceilings, presented specific acoustic problems due to their structure and functions. The 150 m³ classroom presented excessive reverberation (average reverberation time of 0.97 s) and the offices, despite being small (54 m³ and 81 m³), had reverberation times of 1.56 s and 1.12 s.
To solve these problems, Caruso Acoustic conducted an acoustic analysis to identify the reverberation time present before the intervention and the results that could be obtained by installing its sound-absorbing panels.
Acoustic analysis on Classroom:
Acoustic analysis 1st office:
Acoustic analysis 2nd office:
The graphics show the results obtained with the installation of 8 Kubo sound absorbing panels suspended from the ceiling in the classroom, 5 in the first office and 7 in the second. These measures reduced the average reverberation times to 0.68 s, 0.68 s and 0.63 s respectively, in line with the pre-established targets and ensuring adequate acoustic comfort.
This case study highlights Caruso Acoustic’s ability to successfully address the challenges posed by spaces with unique architectural features, such as high and vaulted ceilings. Creating acoustically comfortable spaces is essential for guaranteeing functional learning and work environments, effective teaching and comfortable workplaces.