Religious and worship spaces

The acoustic environment of religious spaces is a critical aspect for worship, especially for services which involve music, non-amplified speech in large spaces, and isolation from unwanted outside noises. We work to provide a comfortable and appropriate noise environment by advising on interior finishes for optimal room acoustics and reduction of exterior noise both from adjacent spaces and system HVAC.

Typical Services

• Review design drawings for acoustic privacy between spaces.
• Review mechanical drawings for HVAC noise to meet often stringent design goals.
• Review and recommend acoustic finishes to achieve the desired reverberation time.
• Review special function areas for unique acoustical problems.
• On site measurements for troubleshooting, post-construction compliance testing, or to benchmark an existing space.

Exemplary Projects

Good Shepherd Catholic Church

Morgan Gick McBeath & Associates, PC (MGMA) designed the Good Shepherd Catholic Church in Alexandria, VA. Hush Acoustics visited the space after it was built and provided recommendations to improve the acoustical quality of the sanctuary.

Restoration Anglican Church

Franck & Lohsen designed the Restoration Anglican Church in Arlington, VA. Hush Acoustics evaluated noise emissions from condensing units located close to the property line.