A quieter workplace starts with thoughtful construction.

Acoustic control is becoming an increasingly important consideration in office environments. As employees return to the workplace, they value in-person collaboration while also seeking the focus and quiet they’ve grown accustomed to working from home.

From open work areas to conference rooms and private offices, clients are looking for ways to balance collaboration with focus, privacy, and productivity.

The good news? Improving acoustic performance doesn’t always mean starting from scratch.

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Existing space? Start with targeted improvements.

Doors + Seals

Solid-core doors, perimeter seals, and door sweeps can help minimize sound transfer between spaces.

Acoustic Wall Treatments

Add sound-absorptive materials to help reduce reverberation and manage sound in open or high-traffic areas.

Ceiling Treatments

Acoustic ceilings, clouds, and baffles can absorb sound and help create a more comfortable, acoustically balanced workplace.

Our Service Work team can help identify practical improvements that make existing spaces more comfortable, functional, and acoustically effective.

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Building new or renovating? Plan for it early.

Sound-Rated Partitions

The right wall assemblies can improve sound separation between offices, conference rooms, and shared spaces.

Smarter Space Planning

Strategically locating high-activity areas away from spaces that require focus or privacy can make a big difference.

For new construction and larger renovations, BIG brings acoustic expertise into the planning process early, helping integrate considerations across wall and ceiling assemblies, doors, layouts, and coordination across trades.

Better acoustic control isn’t just about making a space quieter. It’s about making sure every space performs the way it’s intended.