Workplace Acoustics in Practice

Health information privacy is not only required by the law, but is increasingly important to maintaining patient trust and comfort. Amidst the efforts to secure files with firewalls and doors with badge access, however, one area sinks to the bottom of the list: The waiting room. Healthcare professionals and patients discuss protected health information (PHI), […]

In a city like Chicago—rich in music history and brimming with local talent—it’s no surprise that more and more musicians are investing in their own home studios. Whether you’re a rapper on the rise, a jazz guitarist recording demos, or a voiceover artist perfecting your craft, having a space to record from home can be […]

When most people walk into a beautifully designed building, they notice the lighting, layout, and materials but not always the sound. Yet, sound is one of the most influential elements in how we experience a space. A room may look stunning, but if it’s filled with echo, noise, or muffled speech, that beauty quickly loses […]

If you’ve ever tried recording audio in a noisy room or working in an office that echoes every footstep and phone call, you know how critical good acoustics can be. In a busy city like Chicago, where the hum of traffic, sirens, and construction is constant, managing sound within indoor spaces is more important than […]

In today’s fast-paced and often noisy world, classrooms should be calm, focused environments where learning can thrive. But for many Chicago schools, noise has become a persistent obstacle—impacting both students’ concentration and teachers’ ability to deliver lessons effectively. With children already juggling various distractions from digital devices and social pressures, ambient noise in the classroom […]

Creating a professional-quality studio space in the heart of a bustling city like Chicago is no easy feat especially when it comes to soundproofing. Whether you’re a podcaster in a high-rise apartment, a music producer in a converted warehouse, or a voiceover artist working from a home studio, effective soundproofing is the key to clean […]