Acoustics is a key focus in the planning stages of major construction projects, so it’s wise to partner with experienced consultants who know how to navigate the planning system, can achieve quick approvals, and have strong communication throughout the design and construction phases.

What do we love about acoustic design? How spaces sound has a huge impact on how people feel. Whether it’s a hospital – where our designs can improve patient wellbeing through creating calm environments, or schools – where distraction-free spaces can improve learning outcomes, acoustic performance makes a big difference.

We work closely with our Integrated Building services team to make sure we deliver a coordinated, integrated, and optimised design. For example, by collaborating with our mechanical engineers, we make sure that the acoustic requirements have been considered early in the mechanical design to produce quieter and energy efficient HVAC systems. Through workshops with our sustainability team, we develop acoustic comfort strategies that help them achieve their goals for the project.

Our enthusiasm to make an impact on the end users of the buildings and spaces we work on has led us to working across a range of projects from data centres through to residential homes. Our national team take a partnership approach to working with our clients across Australia, from planning stage through to construction and commissioning – we get it designed, approved, and done.

Through close collaboration with our structural engineering team, geotechnical consultants and contractors, we develop fit for purpose vibration criteria to prevent structural damage. We follow through on site, with monitoring plans developed to suit site-specific risks and requirements.

We know what approval authorities require, which helps you get on site faster. Our reports provide practical advice so you can actually build our recommendations.

Utilising the latest 3D building acoustic modelling software, we create a 3D model of your building and model how the acoustics interact in your space. This has been critical in our designs for large spaces such as theaters, concert halls and pool halls to demonstrate the impact of architecture and finishes on acoustic results, often helping clients feel comfortable using less acoustic treatment and a cleaner aesthetic.

• Mechanical plant design
• Reverberation control
• Acoustic partition designs
• 3D environmental noise modelling
• Acoustic planning approval reports (DA, REF and SSDA)
• Greenstar acoustic design and testing
• Vibration measurement and management
• Expert witness
• Theatre and concert hall designs
• Construction noise and vibration management plans
• Road noise modelling

• Residential, aged care and BTR
• Health
• Community
• Fitout
• Data centres
• Masterplanning
• Industrial
• Education
• Infrastructure
• Construction