Designing for Acoustic Control in a Modern Office

Designing for Acoustic Control in a Modern Office The open-plan office isn’t as modern as you may think. Originating in Germany in the 1950’s, the open-plan office has been subject to much debate on productivity and suitability for the action-packed work environment.   After half a century of widespread acceptance that open-plan is the inevitable […]

Designing for Collaboration: Design Trends Leading the Workspace Revolution

Designing for Collaboration: the Design Trends Leading the Workspace Revolution The office landscape has changed rapidly in recent years, and the rise of remote work has prompted businesses to think creatively about inspiring employees to come into the office. Specifically, collaboration has proven an inherent driver, but how well are our workplaces designed to foster […]

The Importance of Acoustics in Hospitality

The Importance of Acoustics in Hospitality As acoustics continue to gain recognition for their importance in shaping exceptional hospitality experiences, we speak with Elliot Walker, business development manager at Autex Acoustics® UK. With a background in hospitality design and furnishings, Elliot shares his insights on the growing importance of sound in creating spaces that are […]

A Meal for the Senses: the Value of Acoustic Treatment in Restaurants

A Meal for the Senses: the Value of Acoustic Treatment in Restaurants Dining out is a sensory experience. People go to restaurants to eat food they would not otherwise eat, in a setting that is vibrant (or relaxing, depending on the restaurant), and do things differently than they otherwise would. For restaurant designers and specifiers, […]

Supporting Health and Well Being in Buildings

Supporting Health and Well Being in Buildings The built environment can have a profound impact on the physical and mental health and wellbeing of communities, so it is extremely important to carefully select the materials used in interior spaces to ensure they aren’t creating a dangerous environment for the building inhabitants. Designers and specifiers need […]

Balancing Collaboration with Privacy: Focus in the Chaos of the Open-plan Office

Balancing Collaboration With Privacy: Focus in the Chaos of the Open-Plan Office Do you find it difficult to focus at work? If you answered yes, you’re not alone. In Gallup’s recent report on the State of the Global Workplace, researchers found that only 15 percent of workers worldwide are engaged and inspired at work, with […]

Seven Insights Into Acoustic Wellness In The Workplace

Seven Insights Into Acoustic Wellness In The Workplace The modern office is nigh unrecognisable alongside the drab, beige cubicle maze of the 80’s and 90’s. From standing desks and ergonomic mouse pads to in-house naturopaths and flexible hours, the workplace wellness trend is transforming the way we live, work, and play. However, with the popularity […]

Designing for Acoustic Control in a Modern Office

Designing For Acoustic Control In A Modern Office The open-plan office isn’t as modern as you may think. Originating in Germany in the 1950’s, the open-plan office has been subject to much debate on productivity and suitability for the action-packed work environment. After half a century of widespread acceptance that open-plan is the inevitable end […]

Driving Positive Educational Outcomes

Driving Positive Educational Outcomes Smart Specification of Interior Acoustic Solutions As modern educational practices have evolved, so too have modern learning spaces. It is expected that contemporary learning environments should be set up to facilitate collaboration and interaction (meaning high levels of conversation), but this is not always the case. Studies have shown that Australian […]

Designing Accessible Office Spaces

Accessible Office Spaces: Designing For Neurodivergence In The Workplace In the past few years, conversations about neurodiversity have been increasing as accessibility to research on neurodivergent brains and corresponding conditions such as Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, and Dyspraxia grows. Thanks to this growing awareness and understanding, many people who were previously undiagnosed or misdiagnosed have received […]