Architectural and building acoustics

ISVR Consulting's experience covers

Acoustic design assistance for architects, builders and their clients at all stages of design and construction including preliminary noise surveys of site; specification and prediction of noise break-in to proposed buildings from external traffic and other sources; specification and prediction of noise break-out from the proposed building and compliance with any planning restrictions; assessment of internal acoustics, noise levels and reverberation to ensure each room or space is fit for its purpose; predictions of noise insulation between rooms; noise from heating and ventilation systems; identifying potential weak points in design and proposing remedies; monitoring construction to ensure compliance with acoustic requirements; noise measurements for acceptance purposes.
Assessment and improvement of acoustics of call centres for telephone banking, conference halls, council chambers, multi-purpose rooms used for indoor sports, music and conferences, and even firing ranges
Mechanical services and ventilation systems in large buildings, offices and hospitals, including design assistance, problem solving and recommendations for remedial work
Sound insulation between commercial premises and between dwellings to meet the standards required by the Building Regulations
Planning and the effects of noise and vibration from road, rail and air traffic or other sources in the environment.
Measurement of the Transmission Loss (Sound Reduction Index) of panels, partitions, walls, windows, barriers, etc. in the laboratory or in situ.
Measurement of the Sound Absorption Coefficient of wall cladding, ceiling tiles, furniture and fittings.
Design and remedial measures to limit noise generated by the wind (‘whistling buildings’)

For further information contact

Stuart Dyne, Manager
ISVR Consulting
University of Southampton
Highfield
Southampton
SO17 1BJ
United Kingdom

Telephone 023 8059 2162 (+44 23 8059 2162 from outside the UK),
or e-mail: consultancy@isvr.co.uk