Improving educational environments with reduced distractions and increased comfort
In educational environments, where focus and clear communication are critical, excessive noise can significantly hinder the learning experience. From large lecture halls to small classrooms, poor acoustics often result in distractions, reduced comprehension, and frustration for educators and students.
Fortunately, acoustic treatment offers a powerful solution that doesn’t need to be dull or purely functional. It can be as dynamic and customised as the needs of each educational space.
At Avenue Interior Systems, we understand that educational noise control solutions should both address acoustic issues and enhance a space’s aesthetics. One great example is our recent project at the Brisbane School of Theology (BST). Their challenge was familiar yet unique, showcasing how a creative approach to acoustic treatment can transform a space functionally and visually.
Avenue’s client: Brisbane School of Theology
The Brisbane School of Theology is an 80-year-old inter-denominational Bible college in Toowong, Brisbane. With their long-standing tradition of excellence in education, BST needed a solution to a common challenge in many academic institutions: excessive reverberation in a large lecture room.
The room was rectangular, with high ceilings and hard surfaces, including Besser brick walls and large glass sections. Although carpet helped a little, the sound reflections still made lectures uncomfortable, creating a poor learning environment. BST was searching for an acoustic solution that would reduce the noise and elevate the room’s aesthetic appeal.
Customised acoustic treatment: aesthetic & functional
The team at Avenue Interior Systems worked closely with BST to address their concerns. After gathering photos and measurements of the space, we provided a custom solution using Calando Panels. This versatile and effective product reduces noise and can be customised to fit the specific style of any space.
For this project, we supplied custom colour-faced 25mm Calando Panels and a custom-printed 25mm Calando Panel designed to act as a statement wall feature. Additionally, white 25mm Calando Panels were installed on the ceiling to address the sound reflections from above.
Results from custom acoustic panels: comfort, style, and productivity
The impact of the new acoustic panels was immediate. Sound deflections were greatly reduced, creating a more comfortable environment conducive to learning and communication. The room also received a visual refresh: the bright, custom designs brought the space a sense of modernity and vibrancy.
A school representative commented, “I was very happy with Avenue’s prompt service and the creative options available to us. We are really happy with the installation’s outcome. It is both aesthetic and great at reducing sound deflection.”
BST can expect long-term benefits from this installation, including increased productivity, healthier staff, and happier students.
Noise control that doesn’t compromise on style
Many educational institutions are hesitant to invest in acoustic treatments, fearing that these solutions might detract from their space’s aesthetics. However, the Brisbane School of Theology case study proves that acoustic treatment can be more than just functional – in fact, it can be an essential design feature that enhances the room’s overall look and feel.
At Avenue Interior Systems, acoustic solutions don’t have to be boring. Our decorative acoustic panels offer schools, universities, and learning institutions the flexibility to create spaces that are both sound-friendly and visually appealing. Whether you choose branded artwork, vibrant colours, or sleek, minimalist designs, we can create acoustic panels that meet your project’s unique aesthetic and functional needs.
Elevating learning with creative acoustic solutions
Educational spaces, from lecture halls to classrooms, require environments that support focus and communication. By incorporating customised treatments such as acoustic panels, schools can improve students’ learning experience while adding stylish elements to their spaces. If you’re facing a similar challenge with noise in your educational facility, we’re here to help.
To learn more about our acoustic solutions for educational environments, contact us at Avenue Interior Systems or explore our website for more insights and case studies. We work closely with our clients to develop tailored, aesthetically pleasing noise control solutions that make a real difference.
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To see how we can help transform your learning environment, contact Avenue Interior Systems today on 1300 827 177
