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CHILDCARE INSTITUTIONS WITH SOUND DESIGN
The design of spaces for children is intriguing because of the permanent influence it can have on them . A new online theme by Danish acoustic panel manufacturer Troldtekt explores through articles and expert interviews how good acoustics plays its part when designing these areas . Of course , other factors such as colour , shapes , robustness and finish also have an impact but so does sound . Children are noisy and active and the rooms they inhabit are typically large .
Careful design considerations are particularly important because a child ’ s environment moulds their perspectives for the future and the development of the mind and body . School , activity and childcare spaces all affect self-esteem , performance and friendships and help shape the individual into the adults they will become .
Studies such as Bronzaft and McCarthy ( 1975 ) have shown the effect noise has on wellbeing and learning - This is the reason why the products of specialist manufacturers like Troldtekt are specified to solve the problems of noise and reverberated sounds .
If acoustic absorption is ineffective , discomfort and irritation will result from the reverberations . If it is designed well , the participant ’ s interest will increase , as many case studies for new and transformed buildings prove .
In an interview with Troldtekt , the Danish education psychologist Mille Sylvest comments , “ It ’ s very important to be aware of noise when designing facilities . Noise affects stress levels for both children and staff because nobody can endure spending long periods of time in a noisy environment . Lower energy levels , more sick leave and poorer learning outcomes are the direct results of noise .”
Specified throughout the UK and Europe , the benefits of 100 % Troldtekt natural wood wool panels include high sound absorption , high durability , natural breathability , low cost life cycle performance and sustainability .
This high performance is recognised by their Cradle to Cradle certification at Silver level . Available in various sizes and in four grades from extreme fine to coarse , the panels can be left untreated or painted in virtually any RAL colour .
Samples , case studies and technical information are easily sourced from tel 01978 664255 or visit www . troldtekt . co . uk .
More information around the theme of childcare institutions can be found on https :// www . troldtekt . com / News / Themes / Child-care-institutions
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