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In October, Builder magazine published an article titled “Acoustic Solutions – How to Meet Growing Expectations” by Kinga Woch, Vice President of Optimal Poland. The publication addresses the increasingly important issue of maintaining proper acoustics in interiors and its impact on the comfort of living and working.
Builder is a renowned monthly magazine for the construction, architecture, and business industries. For over 20 years, it has been providing knowledge about materials, technologies, trends, and construction projects, as well as presenting market analyses.
According to research, constant exposure to noisy environments can lead to exhaustion, decreased ability to concentrate, and even health problems. Therefore, modern office, educational, and public spaces require solutions that guarantee appropriate acoustics.
In the Builder magazine, the author explains, among other things:
Good acoustics are slowly becoming a standard in modern architecture. We encourage you to read the article in Builder magazine and visit our blog, where we expand on the topic of designing comfortable spaces.
Direct content of the article:
Noise is an inherent element of modern spaces, but its effects can be effectively mitigated. Mobile acoustic walls and sound-absorbing wall coverings are now a key tool for architects and construction companies. Properly selected, they not only improve user comfort but also enhance the functionality and prestige of buildings. Investing in acoustics is a step towards quality and the lasting value of a project.
Noise, once considered a minor inconvenience, is now becoming a key factor in reducing work efficiency. Research in environmental acoustics indicates that chronic exposure to noise leads to fatigue, concentration problems, and even health problems. In conference and music rooms, however, an unbalanced sound absorption level can lead to a number of negative phenomena. Excessive reverberation time reduces speech intelligibility, hindering discussions and training sessions. Excessive reflection and echo, on the other hand, create a multi-sound effect, distorting sound, and thus disrupting rhythm and harmony.
Polish and European standards, such as PN-B-02151-2, PN-B-02151-3, and PN-B-02151-4, clearly define minimum requirements for insulation and reverberation time. However, practice shows that meeting these standards is only the starting point. Investors’ expectations are growing – spaces must be not only functional but also comfortable and presentable. Therefore, the importance of proven system solutions, supported by laboratory tests and certifications, is growing.
Mobile acoustic walls are a solution that combines design flexibility with high technical parameters. Their modular design allows for the quick division or connection of rooms, creating several smaller rooms from a single room, or, conversely, a large auditorium. Crucially, systems like those offered by Optimal Poland ensure high acoustic insulation – up to Rw = 57 dB – while maintaining the highest safety standards. This effectively isolates noise between adjacent areas, guaranteeing the privacy of business conversations or the comfort of parallel events, as well as user safety confirmed by appropriate certificates, including the National Technical Assessment issued by the Building Research Institute.
It’s worth emphasizing that sound insulation isn’t just a technical parameter—in practice, it determines the quality of teamwork and user satisfaction. A well-chosen mobile wall also saves money, as it allows for more intensive and diverse use of the same space. An example of the use of mobile acoustic walls from the Optimal 110 family is the Academy of Music in Bydgoszcz.
The second pillar of modern acoustic solutions available at Optimal Poland is sound-absorbing wall coverings. They reduce the reflection of acoustic waves, shortening reverberation times and improving speech intelligibility. Acoustic coverings regulate the proper propagation of sound throughout the room, thus reducing the risk of excessive sound intensity in one part and insufficient sound in another.
Both wall coverings and acoustic mobile walls have the added benefit of serving as an aesthetic element of interior design. Depending on the perforation type, diameter, and layout, sound absorption levels can vary significantly. Optimal Poland’s innovative approach lies in its use of microperforation. As the only company in Poland with a laminating and microperforating line, it offers nano-perforations with a diameter of 0.5 mm.
