M+

Our acoustic design for M+ has cliched the Silver Award in the Architectural Acoustics category. Housing 17,000m² of exhibition space across 33 galleries, along with a range of facilities and office spaces, M+ hosts a vast collection of over 7,000 works of visual arts and more than 46,000 archival objects. It was therefore critical, yet challenging, to create a comfortable and engaging atmosphere for visitors.

Arup’s acoustic design successfully addressed the complex requirements of the building, minimising noise distractions and optmising the visitor experience, particularly in areas that require quiet contemplation. One notable highlight was the use of Arup’s SoundLab, an auralisation studio that allowed both stakeholders and the design team to experience the acoustic design and recognise the effect of any changes made during the design process. This immersive experience provided an objective framework to measure all factors and make informed decisions to achieve optimal performance.