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Sound Insulation in open space offices

Optimized usage of space, flexible design and smooth communication within the team – open space offices have a number of advantages appealing more and more to office designers. However, they can also be a real challenge for room planners and employees. With our customizable solutions, you create an open space office that promotes concentration, creativity , and well-being at work.

Would you like to find out more about our acoustic solutions in open space offices? Then contact us today.

Open space offices -
an acoustical challenge

Depending on the size and characteristics of the room and the existing furnishings, sound-reflecting surfaces such as concrete ceilings or solid floors can cause unpleasant reverberation. Too little sound-reflecting surfaces can, however, also have a negative effect on the acoustics. The intelligibility of the words disturbs the concentration considerably as well as a general lack of privacy.

We create harmonious room acoustics through the use of sound insulation measures such as movable walls, sound absorbers or sound masking techniques. Our mission is to provide an environment in which every employee feels comfortable and is able to fully concentrate on his or her work. The criteria for an ideal work environment vary from person to person – what one person calls noise is perceived by the other as neutral background sound.

As the leading acoustics consultant in Europe, PREFORM creates an individual solution for each of our customers, taking into account all current regulations of office space planning (VDU work regulations, VBG…) and adapted to the specific conditions of your premises.

Acoustic solutions for better collaboration in open space offices

In order to achieve an optimal acoustics mix, our consultation begins with a detailed calculation of the required sound surface. Depending on the condition of the room and your individual requirements, our consultants can integrate the following acoustic solutions into your room planning:

Sound absorbers such as ceiling sails, wall absorbers or acoustic cabinet back panels
Measures to interrupt noise such as partition walls, vertical panels or table screens
Privacy shields such as partition walls that increase concentration and reduce optical glare.

By strategically structuring the space, we create different zones that are optimally adapted to its acoustical and visual conditions and intended use.
These zones can be used as chill-out zones, meeting booths or lounge areas.

Elevated
Concentration

Early absorption of sound enables concentrated work.

Uninterrupted
communication

Clear and efficient communication in specially arranged zones.

Increased
well-being

Less noise pollution and increased privacy with pleasant acoustics.

Improved work
environment

Increased well-being through better lighting, acoustics and office climate.

Examples of PREFORM acoustic solutions in open space offices

Get inspired by the acoustic solutions we created so far and learn more about the individual possibilities for sound absorption.
Whether you furnish a new office or retrofit an existing structure – with PREFORM you find the ideal acoustic solution for any situation.

New office furnishing

Your team is moving into a new office?
PREFORM will be happy to advise you on the design of your workplace. Based on the individual characteristics of your rooms (height, volume, geometry) and existing floors, window areas, ceiling, and wall materials, we create a modern office concept that is perfectly adapted to your wishes and needs. Amongst others, we offer:

Efficient sound insulation by reducing the reverberation time
Reduction of speech intelligibility in open spaces
Less visual distraction and increased privacy through optical shields
Optimum use of space due to smart division into special zones
Sophisticated lighting systems for pleasant lighting conditions

Retrofitting

Fancy a breath of fresh air in your office?
We help you to adapt your existing furnishings to contemporary office standards and to create an optimal acoustics mix. Our expertise also offers comprehensive possibilities to improving the visual design of your premises. Amongst others, we offer the following measures for retrofitting your open space office:

Customizable sound absorbers and ceiling sails
Consulting on the spatial redesign of existing facilities
Replacement of non-acoustical walls with acoustically effective walls
Use of privacy screen elements such as mobile walls or desk screens
Replacement of existing lighting with modern lighting systems

Would you like to receive a personal quote or further information? Then contact us today.

Concentrated working in the open space office

Motivated and healthy employees are the key to the success of a company. Our acoustic optimization measures enhance well-being in your open space. We take diverse factors such as light, temperature, privacy, security and, of course, acoustic into consideration, to create an individual solution for your team, balanced down to the smallest detail.

Sound absorbers as an attractive solution for your open space office

Individuality and a visually appealing design aesthetic are just as important to us as optimal acoustics. We offer a wide selection of shapes, colors, and materials to adapt our sound absorbers to your furnishing style and personal preferences. This promotes well-being and creativity and creates a consistent corporate identity that increases the motivation and cohesion within your team.