Project Details
project title: Phase 1: biophilic acoustic finishes for Nexus west riding sen school in barnsley
brief: working alongside the specialist biophilic interior designer, acou.space designed and supplied
products: acou.space acoustic felt suspended rafts, sculptured suspended flock of birds, acou.peace Class A ceiling rafts.
more information: sound control is an important aspect of biophilic design, and especially relevant for school education within the special needs sectors for young people.
It has been a tremendous privilege to design and supply various acoustic finishes reducing reverberation (echo) within various areas of the school. The finishes have created a tangible difference to the children’s learning and well being as well as creating an aesthetically pleasing environment utilising a true biophilic ethos.
working closely with the biophilic interior designer, different classrooms and the communal breakout space were furnished with sustainable and acoustic finishes designed and supplied by acou.space to create calm areas for children and staff.
“the children no longer need to wear ear defenders”. headteacher
“noise softening and dampening has really reduced the overwhelm, sensory wise”. parent
“i like it because it’s so quiet”. child
Video: Acoustic & SEN biophilic design for schools
instructive Webinar: Acoustics Enhancing Learning Environments: Biophilic Design Principles in Action
team:
acou.space - acoustic designers and suppliers
harrogate garden design - interior designer
nexus multi academy trust - client
dolphin construction - main contractors