Acoustics in architecture: we only notice it when it's bad

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When discussing acoustics, we usually think of architectural projects where sound takes center stage, such as concert halls, auditoriums, and schools. However, acoustic issues and their impact on the quality of spaces are much broader, extending to cities and less complex buildings, and can either enhance the spatial experience or make it increasingly stressful. Arquicast brings a fresh perspective to the importance of acoustics in our lives, interviewing architects Marcos Holtz, a specialist in architectural and environmental acoustics, and Ernani Machado, who holds a PhD in environmental comfort.

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Cite: Arquicast. "Acoustics in architecture: we only notice it when it's bad" [Acústica na arquitetura: só notamos quando ela é ruim] 07 Jul 2026. ArchDaily. (Trans. Romullo Baratto) Accessed . <https://www.archdaily.com/1123555/acoustics-in-architecture-we-only-notice-it-when-its-bad> ISSN 0719-8884

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