Public opinion is generally trending towards greener, more sustainable solutions in our everyday lives. This includes the buildings that people live, work, and spend their free time in. As sustainability becomes a clearer goal for more and more projects, looking
When we design ceilings for commercial spaces, the process looks a little different than when we design them for residential spaces. The rooms serve different purposes, so we construct and treat them differently. Drop ceilings are popular in commercial buildings
Cost, durability, and acoustic absorption are all factors that designers and architects should take into consideration when looking at what woods to choose. ASI Architectural looks at the difference between hardwoods and softwoods, and what variety is right for your
Your conference halls may be getting a little less use these days. People are working from home, and most conventions and in-person events have been cancelled due to the pandemic. This has left conference halls sitting empty across the country.
Creating Great Acoustics in Museums When we mention the word “acoustics” in museum settings, many of us may think of an echo chamber. We may try to spend afternoons in the galleries peacefully contemplating the pieces, but all the ambient sounds
People today have a different relationship with nature than our ancestors had. We’ve transitioned from days spent in sunshine and nature, to days spent soaking up fluorescent light in cubicles. This disconnect from the natural world has unfortunately affected things
Dining out has changed quite a bit over the past few decades. We’ve grown from diners and dives to intentionally designed rooms built to set the scene for the drool-worthy meals. From the music, to the layout and decor, to