Hui Acoustics supplied ceiling-suspended acoustic absorbers positioned within the gymnasium volume.

Suspending absorbers from the ceiling exposes both sides of the acoustic elements to the room, allowing them to interact with sound from different directions. This makes suspended absorbers particularly useful in large spaces where conventional wall treatment or a full suspended ceiling may not be practical.

Key Acoustic Functions

• Controls reflected sound
• Helps reduce excessive reverberation
• Improves speech and announcement clarity
• Helps create a more comfortable acoustic environment
• Utilizes otherwise unused ceiling space
• Keeps floor areas clear for sports activities
• Integrates acoustic treatment into the gymnasium design

Design Approach

The acoustic absorbers were suspended from the gymnasium ceiling to place sound-absorbing surfaces directly within the large room volume.

The layout was planned to provide distributed acoustic treatment while maintaining the functionality of the sports hall, including lighting, ventilation and other ceiling services.

This approach provides acoustic control without requiring extensive wall coverage or occupying valuable floor space.

Materials Used

• Suspended acoustic absorbers
• Acoustic absorption core
• Suspension / hanging system
• Supporting installation components