Michigan State University Erickson Hall

This project included a 5,600 SF addition and extensive remodeling of approximately 1,150 SF to house project research space and offices for the College of Education. The project also included renovations to a large lecture room with significant acoustical issues....

Grand Valley State University John C. Kennedy Hall of Engineering

Acoustics By Design was brought in by Progressive AE to consult on noise and vibration isolation for the Kennedy Hall of Engineering, a newly built, LEED certified facility at Grand Valley State University.  Our professional engineers took measurements to determine...

Northwestern University Nanotech Labs

When Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois, started evaluating absocations in the Technological Institute for fit-out of nanotech labs, they knew the labs had to be free from unacceptable levels of vibration. Since nanotechnology deals with very fine data,...
Cooley Law School Case Room

Western Michigan University Cooley Law Building

At ABD Engineering & Design, our acoustical engineers provided recommendations for architectural acoustics, interior noise isolation, and mechanical noise control in the newly renovated Cooley Law Building at 38 Oakes in downtown Grand Rapids, Michigan. Cooley Law...

Grand Rapids Community College Main Building

This renovated facility enhanced the student admission process in a bright and cheery environment. However, the lack of acoustical treatment meant that the activity in the facility was very noisy and distracting. Acoustics By Design was retained to evaluate the...