Acoustics & Vibration
The auditory expression of character
Sound and vibration are invisible waves that crash around us every day. While invisible, they dramatically influence our perception and experience. Balancing art with science, we help clients amplify sound from a stage to an audience, provide audio clarity to learning spaces, insulate meeting or patient spaces for privacy. Across the spectrum, our soundscapes support the design vision, program, and above all, prioritize human comfort.Acoustic design creates an auditory signature that marries architecture with function―invoking a sensory experience and emotional response that connects people to place.
Exploring the world of sound
Sound travels, but you don’t have to. Our team of experts spans North America, Europe, and Australasia—we’ve got you covered. Learn more about our team, expertise, digital solutions, and recent projects. Read MoreBuildings acoustics
With humans on average spending nearly 90% of their time indoors, the quality of the interior environment has never mattered more. How does our team of more than 80 acousticians create an auditory signature that marries architecture with function? Read MoreEnvironmental & infrastructure acoustics
One of the key environmental challenges to communities is noise, as it directly affects quality of life and has serious potential for causing harmful physiological health effects. The traditional approach to acoustics is to identify and mitigate noise sources. But we can be more creative. Learn how our team thinks beyond noise elimination to create a positive acoustic environment and derive project value. Read MoreTransportation acoustics
Designing for acoustics in transportation involves creating spaces that are optimized for efficient movement and sound quality. Our acoustics design solutions include essential considerations such as noise reduction, sound isolation, and sound absorption. Through careful planning and with great attention to detail, we create sound transportation acoustics solutions that enhance our communities.Testing and monitoring
Need to monitor your project’s noise and vibration in real time, or does your project require compliance testing? Our physical acoustic testing and noise and vibration monitoring services help you be proactive in managing and mitigating issues so they don’t become a problem. Read MoreThrough the clarity of sound, we’re enhancing the connection between people and the built environment
90
Acousticians
10,000+
Projects Completed
5
Countries
We’re passionate about creating high performance buildings that seamlessly connect people to the world around them.
From hospitals to learning facilities to workplaces, we’re improving the human experience of space through sound design.
Our global team collaborates across our centers of excellence in the United States, Canada, Australia, United Kingdom, and India.
Our People
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Basel Jurdy
Principal, Discipline Lead - Acoustics & Vibration
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Frank Babic
Principal, Acoustics Practice Area Lead, Ontario
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Olivier Gaussen
Director, Global Acoustics Leader, Buildings
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Mathew McGrory
Associate, Speciality Services Group Leader, NSW
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Michael Lanchester
Principal, Acoustics Group Leader, QLD
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Tara Damschen
Senior Associate, Acoustics
Services
Architecture
We create spaces that are engaging and uplifting, that contribute to our collective sense of health and well-being, and encourage the sustainable stewardship of our communities.
Interior Design
As humans, we spend a significant portion of our daily lives inside. We believe our emotional and physical well-being is dramatically impacted by the places where we live, work, and play.
Buildings Engineering
With decades of innovation and experience under our belts we’re engineering a promising future leveraging the best in building systems, technology, energy analysis, and sustainable performance.
Visioning, Brands, Experiences
We create tangible, experiential, and memorable places. Transformative experiences that enhance real estate values and bring people back to a place again and again.
Sustainability & Building Performance
We blend art and science to help clients realize the full potential of their projects in terms of life cycle cost, energy efficiency, carbon reduction, human health, and wellness.
Digital Practice
Technology is reshaping the way we approach design. Our digital practice team helps us push the boundaries of practice, leveraging the power of technology to deliver transformational results for our clients.
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Work with passionate people who are experts in their field. Our teams love what they do and are driven by how their work makes an impact on the communities they serve.