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The Evolution of Open-Plan Office Acoustics

Office space is changing. During the industrial revolution, factories started bringing huge numbers of people together to work. Not long into...

19 October, 2020 / 0 Comments

2018 BC Building Code Acoustical Requirements

The 2018 BC Building Code Encourages Better Acoustics in Multi-Family Dwellings

Back in 2015, updates to the National Building Code ushered in new acoustical requirements for sound transmission between adjoining suites....

25 April, 2019 / 0 Comments

Noise Control in Fitness Centres, Gyms, and Workout Studios

In recent years, the number of fitness centres, gyms and workout studios has increased greatly. New apartment buildings, shopping malls,...

02 November, 2018 / 1 Comment

New Requirements in the 2015 National Building Code: Flanking Noise

The recently updated National Building Code (NBC) of Canada 2015 presents a new way to control airborne sound transmitted between...

14 October, 2016 / 3 Comments

TV Magic: BKL on CBC

Have you ever wondered what makes a concert hall sound great? “Sonic Magic: The Wonder and Science of Sound,” a recent...

21 January, 2016 / 0 Comments

LEED and Green Building Acoustics

A recent survey of green buildings (mostly in the United States) indicated that the main drawbacks from the users perspective...

07 September, 2015 / 1 Comment

Control of Noise Exposure to Residential Buildings

Noise exposure to residential dwellings can come from a number of exterior sources ranging from aircraft overhead to the neighbour's...

15 August, 2013 / 0 Comments

Some useful acoustics, noise and vibration-related websites and resources

SoundSmart Noise Control Manual YVR Aircraft Noise Tracking Port of Vancouver Noise Monitoring Terminals HEAR: Hearing Education & Awareness...

14 April, 2013 / 0 Comments

Footstep and Impact Noise in Multi-Family Dwellings

Noise issues are common in apartments, condominiums and other multi-family dwellings, and footstep/impact noise is currently the most significant. Footstep...

25 September, 2012 / 13 Comments

Do’s and Don’ts for the Noise Sensitive Home Buyer

(before you make the offer) Buying a house or apartment is a traumatic time. The decision to purchase is often driven...

15 February, 2012 / 0 Comments

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Home and Project Studio FAQ

We get a lot of inquiries regarding studio design in homes, garages, apartments and condos. Most people involved in building...