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Ronald Reagan Building Food Court Acoustics

Don StrahleDon joined Acoustical Solutions when the business began in 1997. He works with contractors and architects on projects throughout the United States and internationally, including large high-profile projects at the Kennedy Center and the Smithsonian. Don is also an avid NASCAR fan and self-proclaimed foodie. 1-800-782-5742 Ext. 0114

Ronald Reagan Building Food Court - Food court using AlphaSorb® Panels mounted to ceiling to reduce mealtime noise levels.

The Ronald Reagan Building food court used AlphaSorb® Panels mounted to the ceiling to reduce mealtime noise levels.

The Issue

The Ronald Reagan Building was constructed on the last available space in the Federal Triangle area of Washington D.C. The food court in this building was designed by the architect with a high dome ceiling surrounded by a flat ceiling surface with vaulted skylights.

Acoustic fabric wrapped panels reduce the reverberation in a food court.

The Challenge

The architect realized that this unique design, which includes hard reflective surfaces, coupled with the dome’s parabolic effect, would create an undesirable acoustical environment. He was concerned that the ambient noise and reverberation levels within the dining facility would be excessive.

The Solution

A layout was designed, and Acoustical Solutions was called onto the job site. The first acoustical treatment that was installed was a series of AlphaSorb® Fabric Wrapped Sound Baffles. These baffles were installed in a radial pattern around the center of the dome. From there, other AlphaSorb® Fabric Wrapped Acoustic Panels were flush mounted to the ceilings with Z-clips around the perimeter of the room.

The Result

The architect’s goal for both an aesthetically and acoustically-pleasing dining facility was successful. Today this is one of the busiest food courts in all of Washington D.C. The early planning by the architect, along with the quality products and professional installation offered by Acoustical Solutions, continues to provide an environment that is both acoustically comfortable and pleasing to the eye.

To learn more about how Acoustical Solutions can solve your noise control problems, use our contact form, call one of our Acoustical Sales Consultants at (800) 782-5742, or visit us on the web at acousticalsolutions.com.

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