The document discusses acoustic problems in the ADM building caused by hard surfaces that reflect sound and lack of sound absorbing materials. It proposes several design solutions using cork and acoustic panels in the form of floor tiles, wall art, and ceiling art to help absorb excess noise in key areas like the foyer and cafe. The solutions aim to both improve acoustics and add visual interest through student artwork.

1. A Design Solution to Acoustic Problems in the ADM Building by Huang Yanying September 2008

4. Research Commerical Acoustic Traps

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7. Research Wall Decoration

9. Research Ceiling Decoration

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13. Proposed Design Solutions

15. Art Canvas Acoustic Traps Venue: ADM Level 1 Cafe Area. Problem: Wide empty wall reflects off sound. Solution: Acoustic traps mounted on wall doubling as student artwork displays. Puts unused wall space to good use.

16. Art Canvas Acoustic Traps at Cafe Area

17. Ceiling Acoustic Traps Venue: ADM Level 1 Foyer Ceiling Problem: Blank ceiling bounces off sound vertically. Ceiling is covered with lights and speakers, making it difficult to blanket the area uniformly. Solution: Mounted cork/acoustic traps in the form of ceiling art.