Soundwalk overview and its application to design

How an acoustical environment is perceived by the occupants is a key element in the analysis and successful design of that environment. The goal of such a design effort would be to improve the perception of the acoustical environment and so to enhance the quality of life for the residents, workers a...

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Published in:The Journal of the Acoustical Society of America 2021-10, Vol.150 (4), p.A294-A294
Main Authors: Brooks, Bennett M., Woolworth, David s.
Format: Article
Language:English
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Summary:How an acoustical environment is perceived by the occupants is a key element in the analysis and successful design of that environment. The goal of such a design effort would be to improve the perception of the acoustical environment and so to enhance the quality of life for the residents, workers and visitors in a locale. The soundscape technique is a powerful method for determining how an environment is perceived under existing conditions, and for developing positive design and planning outcomes. An important and useful tool in the soundscape toolbox is the soundwalk. The protocols for setting up a soundwalk investigation, and the detailed practices which may be followed are described, with reference to the perception data collection procedures as outlined in the ISO 12913 Standard series. Examples of soundwalk data collection are presented. The application of the soundwalk method in the design process is encouraged through case studies presented in this session. Attendees are invited to participate in a live soundwalk conducted at the conclusion of the session.
ISSN:0001-4966
1520-8524
DOI:10.1121/10.0008336