The Challenge:
Balancing ‘green’ building methods and acoustic performance.
The Innovation:
The low-velocity under-floor supply air system in the Manitoba Hydro building emitted such a low level of background sound in the open office space that it was too quiet to mask sound. We had to create more noise! Aercoustics solved this problem by using a sound masking system to boost the background noise to optimal levels for speech and privacy. We also built a model using CATT software to test the impact and make recommendations on room finishes and furnishings. This building was the first in Canada to achieve LEED Platinum status and the acoustical design allows for attractive and functional offices.
