CH3 Construtora has been receiving requests for new projects where the concern for the quality of the sound environment requires architects to implement efficient acoustic solutions for the most varied corporate environments.

And this addresses an important reality. The WHO has already warned that it considers noise pollution a public health problem. Around 10% of the world's population is exposed to noise levels that can cause various problems. In addition to hearing damage, noise causes disturbance and discomfort, cognitive impairment, among others. In the corporate environment, it directly affects productivity.

To improve the work environment, it is important to create acoustic comfort strategies combined with architecture and interior design. And ideally, the acoustic project should be done at the beginning of the planning, since many problems can be avoided and the solutions optimized, according to the layout of the environments. In addition, later interventions can be very expensive. 

Technical Standard NBR 1015 must also be considered. It regulates the acceptable noise levels, with the acoustic comfort implemented, according to the type of use – for indoor environments.

The means for planning a project like this require, for example, the use of internal geometry and absorbent materials, which will define whether the project will be for Insulation or Acoustic Conditioning. The difference between them is as follows:

Insulation – refers to blocking external sounds, and may have the function, for example, of providing privacy in a meeting room;

Conditioning – is more associated with offices with closed rooms. The calculations will consider – type of wall, slabs, frames, vertical acoustic barriers, ducts and ventilation system – to meet the comfort level of each environment and workstation. Privacy must be guaranteed, allowing interaction between teams. 

Investing in acoustics in work environments is essential today, and the market offers a wide range of materials, different shapes, colors, and designs.

CH3 recently used Nuvens Acústicas, from Trisoft, for the construction of the company APR Seguros. These panels combine high acoustic performance, improving sound intelligibility and design. The material also contributes to the construction of air spaces in architectural projects. Made of PET wool, they are sustainable, 100% recyclable, self-extinguishing, and can be installed on any ceiling surface. They are IPT certified, and contribute to LEED, ACQUA, PROCEL, EDIFICA classifications, among others.

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