Goal: To create an aesthetically pleasing and inviting space that does not compromise the confidentiality or productivity of the rest of the office and does not overwhelm the visitor with excessive noise.

• Tips/Considerations
  • Due to their high ceilings and reflective surfaces (glass, drywall and no carpet), lobbies can become reverberant, causing a buildup of noise. Lobbies are often not considered acoustically critical spaces, and some facilities choose to have an "active buzz" in this type of space. However, if there will be people within the space (receptionist, security guard, waiting room, etc…), this build up of noise can become problematic. The installation of acoustically absorptive materials can mitigate this concern.