Acoustics in Indoor Pools Architecture is not just a visual experience but a multi-sensorial experience. Sound is an essential part of the multi-sensorial experience of a space, but it is often neglected. An example of a space with often neglected acoustics is the indoor pool. Indoor pools typically have poor acoustics: the space has a…
Lee Song Lin
Pursuing M.Arch at Singapore University of Technology and Design.
Most architects and interior designers love the bespoke rooms and have an eye for detail when it comes to visual design. However, they can get clueless when a client requests for acoustic specifications in their projects be it commercial or residential. Soundzipper breaks down a comprehensive list for you. Acoustic Panels are products which can…
Liji Mohan
An Architect from India with a Masters degree in Architectural Engineering from Heriot Watt University, Edinburgh.
A conducive working environment usually encompasses many human factors. In a control centre where every detail, sound and effect is crucial, the room for error can be a matter of life and death. Dannis Lo disects the importance of a cohesive and conducive working environment for his staff and why the rest of the industry…
Jenna Spinelle
Acoustic Storyteller
Writer and music lover from the United States. Excited to tell the world about the power of acoustics!
The history of a control centre has proven to be crucial for many events. Whether it’s a computer data centre or an emergency response call centre, control rooms are places where every second count. As such, they need to be flawlessly designed and executed to allow professionals to do their jobs. Dannis Lo is one…
Jenna Spinelle
Acoustic Storyteller
Writer and music lover from the United States. Excited to tell the world about the power of acoustics!
You might have seen Tena Lazarevic as a familiar name around this blog writing about topics such as how abandoned tanks can create beautiful sound. Based in Serbia, Tena Lazarevic is an architect who focuses on soundscapes. Blogging for Soundzipper is one of many ways she’s moving toward a career that involves designing for the…
Jenna Spinelle
Acoustic Storyteller
Writer and music lover from the United States. Excited to tell the world about the power of acoustics!
BAUX is hoping to put an end to the age-old question of aesthetics vs. function. The Swedish company’s acoustic panels are visually appealing solutions for public and private spaces that are sustainable to boot. Does this sound too good to be true? It’s not, and the BAUX’s rapid growth around the world is proof of…
Jenna Spinelle
Acoustic Storyteller
Writer and music lover from the United States. Excited to tell the world about the power of acoustics!
Picture this: You are in a softly lit room lying on a mat with headphones on playing a hypnotic beat. You may even be floating in a pool of water. Your stress melts away and you are taken to a place deep within your own mind to the parts of the brain that are drowned…
Jenna Spinelle
Acoustic Storyteller
Writer and music lover from the United States. Excited to tell the world about the power of acoustics!
From small acoustic panels to large inflatable concert halls, the world of acoustics has changed a lot in the past decade. Keeping up with acoustic innovations and knowing how to make the most of them is what separates a good sound engineer from a great one. Acoustic Innovations 1: Membrane Absorber, Modex Module RPG AcousticsSoundzipper…
Jenna Spinelle
Acoustic Storyteller
Writer and music lover from the United States. Excited to tell the world about the power of acoustics!
Modern church acoustics issues have been prevalent in recent ages as they have multiple functions to serve making it difficult task to design acoustically if not consulted early. Common church acoustics related complaints When entering the church, we are often awed by the nature of the church. Its bespoke architecture, the fancy lights, comfortable chairs…
Kat Cheng
Sound Scavenger
Musician and composer with a great love of superhero movies
Home Theatre Room Design is often one of the things that are done completely wrong. Filled with high end equipment but often lacking in acoustic finesse, the typical home theatre experience is usually a tangle of overly dead sound, flabby bass and confused acoustics. Fortunately, it is not hard to build your home theatre if…
Adrian Lo
Acoustic Engineer & Founder of Soundzipper
My passions are learning, music and videogames. I believe life should be lived with purpose and together as One. I am always tinkering with something in technology and making things better.