Abstract
A presentation of acoustical terminology and concepts that relate directly to the design and construction of an architectural space, non-technical explanations, descriptions, and examples. Architectural acoustics can be defined as the study and application of acoustic principles as they are applied to the inside of a building or structure. Usually, these are buildings that will be used for a live performance or the presentation of other useful information. This paper is written with the architect in mind; to help define and explain some of the most basic concepts relating to architectural acoustics. In today's pro/commercial audio marketplace, architectural acoustics must play a significant role in the design process for any programmed meeting or entertainment space. This work puts essential terms and concepts into the hands of the architect, owner, or anyone else who would like to have a better understanding of this topic. Contents: What is Sound? Sound Propagation Three Acoustical Tools Where Does All the Unused Sound Go After it’s Been Heard? Audio Volume Changes—What Do the Numbers Mean? The Inverse Square Law Room Geometry—The Good, Bad, and Ugly Reverberation and Echo Speech Intelligibility Noise Internal vs External Noise Room Modes Variable Acoustics Psychoacoustics Conclusion.
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