Analysis: acoustics in the office Available to Purchase

Adequate protection from external noise and vibration, adequate control of noise emission to keep the neighbours happy, control of office services plant and equipment to avoid poor working conditions, optimum layout, finishes and fittings for good acoustics and appropriate sound insulation, special acoustic applications — this article, by Jeffrey Charles of Bickerdike Allen Partners, is concerned with the technical know‐how necessary for good acoustic conditions in and around the office, and the actions the facilities manager can and should take to achieve them.