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How It Works: Acoustical Points in LEED for Health Care

Kenric Van Wyk | Healthcare | January 26th, 2012 | Leave A Comment

image of acoustical points in leed for health careGood News… after long delays, LEED for Health Care was finally released for public consumption! This blog provides a basic overview of how to meet the new acoustical requirements in LEED HC. In fact, your next LEED for Healthcare project can gain two points just by following good acoustical design practices that protect patient medical records, increase patient satisfaction, and provide for a quieter workplace. (more)

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What is a Certified Technology Specialist (CTS)?

Tim Hamilton | Audio-Visual Design | January 18th, 2012 | 1 Comment

Most industries have some sort of accreditation process by which individuals and companies within that industry are recognized as being competent and knowledgeable within that field. For instance, architects are accredited by the American Institute of Architects (AIA), and acousticians are accredited by the National Council of Acoustical Consultants (NCAC). An individual that has these credentials has passed the necessary examinations, peer review, and required work hours to carry the credentials so that people who hire them can be assured they know what they are doing. So just what is a CTS? (more)

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What Is An Architectural Coordinator?

Mindy Tangney | Audio-Visual Design | January 12th, 2012 | Leave A Comment

I’m Mindy Tangney, Architectural Coordinator for Acoustics By Design. Clients often ask me “What does ‘architectural coordinator’ mean? Are you coordinating Architects? Are you doing architecture for ABD?” Well, not exactly. Let me explain. (more)

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Acoustics By Design Honored As One of the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in the Country!

Tom Thelen | Acoustical Consulting | January 4th, 2012 | Leave A Comment

For the first time in its history, the National Association for Business Resources has named the Best and Brightest Companies To Work For™ in the country. And guess what? Acoustics By Design made the list, alongside companies like Verizon Wireless, Henry Ford Health System, Amway, and American Academy of Pediatrics. (more)

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