When it comes to getting work done in an open plan office, the struggle is real. "[T]here's a lot of challenges with the trends in workplace design, [such as] densification [and] collaborative spaces for spontaneous interactions," says Adam Wells, senior associate at New York-based acoustics and technology consulting firm Cerami. "It can be challenging to get the acoustics right in these overly loud spaces." While concrete floors and floor-to-ceiling windows may convey a modern look, those hard surfaces also reflect sound right back to our ears. But soft materials, such as carpets and curtains, can help absorb the din by stopping those energy waves in their tracks. When architects select products specifically designed to mitigate sound, they can create environments that are more enjoyable-and more productive.
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