Large glazed screens are a useful way of providing acoustic separation between two learning zones. The benefit of glazed screens is that they provide good levels of acoustic separation, whilst maintaining one of the key benefits of open plan spaces; a visual connectivity between learning zones. To maximise the acoustic potential of screens, they should run from the floor finish to the underside of the ceiling and have a mass exceeding 10kg/m2, i.e. 15mm plasterboard, 18mm plywood, 8mm laminated glass and so on.
Cellular Spaces
Teaching incorporates a broad range of activities with a wide range of acoustic requirements. The use of audio equipment and DVD’s, theatre, dance and other noisy activities must all be allowed for in meeting curriculum requirements or as incidental elements in lessons. If the open plan space must accommodate these noisier activities, it is recommended that a degree of cellular spaces are provided within the open plan area. A small number of cellular spaces are also recommended for quiet learning.
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