Let’s dive into it: Swimming pool liners
Acoustic insulation of an indoor pool is important for many reasons, especially when considering the variety of events and activities that take place in it. Pools are not just for recreational swimming but can be a venue for swimming lessons, water aerobics, swim meets and races, lifeguard training and even water yoga Because safety, instruction […]
Acoustics – everything you wanted to know and a little more
We invested in the interior design down to the smallest detail, the lighting is right, the floor is shiny – and still something is missing. When every small noise becomes big and disturbing… We must have forgotten something: They say that if an architect’s job is to design the interior of everything – the job […]
Meet: LP metal ceilings, when durability meets aesthetic minimalism
What is an LP ceiling? The LP system is a metal acoustic ceiling system, manufactured exclusively in the Hecht & Efraim metal factory. What design styles does the LP system integrate with? The LP ceiling system has a sophisticated yet minimal appearance, which integrates with various design styles and adds a minimalist and refreshing touch […]
Let’s Hang On To It: Aspen Ceilings Open a Window to a New Kind of Design
Expanded mesh (stretch mesh) ceilings manufactured by Hecht Ephraim are gaining momentum. About types of ceilings, hanging forms, and combining types of coverings – all this in the following article. What is an expanded mesh ceiling? Expanded mesh ceilings (stretch mesh) consist of a woven and galvanized metal mesh with different mesh sizes. This ceiling […]
Look what Nittobu tiles can “do” to ceilings
Look what Nittobu tiles can “do” to ceilings Nitobo tiles are made of strong and dense glass wool with an extremely high acoustic level (0.9-1.0NRC). The tiles are an excellent solution for commercial spaces, offices, restaurants and various entertainment venues that need targeted acoustic treatment, while still being seasoned with style. Here’s how to do […]
Alusion around the world
From the Prada Museum to the “upside-down” skyscraper in China – you are invited to dive into the following in-depth article and discover how alloy is being incorporated into projects overseas. “Gold-plated building”, Spain In an industrial area located in the south of Milan, there is an art museum named after the Prada brand. The […]
Everything stays in the family.
3 advantages that can be found in this family of coverings from AUTEX Lattice is the name of a family of products from the New Zealand company Autex, which has unique acoustic tiles. The tiles are made of a tile made of recycled material, which gives the product a sculpted appearance with a large surface […]
A little above all of them
The endless design possibilities using lamellas. Designed slatted ceilings effectively control any acoustic challenge, and serve as an affordable and convenient solution for architects. Read on to find out why. What “makes them work”? Slatted ceilings are composed of baffles, which are essentially thin fins made of various materials including wood, felt or metal. The […]
Here we study in silence.
When designing the “knowledge incubator” for the students of the future generation, creating a quiet and safe environment is a must. Among the endless variety of types of acoustic cladding, some stand out that add real design value: Learning Casually In recent years, the educational environment has become a “corridor” connecting the home and the […]
Something new is taking shape upstairs: Hecht & Efraim’s metal ceilings
Not a novelty, but a comeback The attention that the ceiling has received in recent decades is not new; in ancient times, the ceiling has held a place of honor among architects. In ancient Greece, it was painted in a uniform shade to emphasize the structural curves, and in the Renaissance, it served as a […]
Of all materials: Meet ALUSION™
Of all materials: Meet ALUSION™ The metallic sheen, organic texture and dramatic presence – make it one of a kind in the world. Whether as an application for interior walls or for cladding an entire exterior structure, these are the ALUSION™ tiles What is ALUSION? ALUSION is a series of tiles made from a layer […]
Acoustic cladding: a measure with design value
With the arrival of new materials, the way to provide acoustic treatment to interior spaces is more creative than ever. These are the features that make acoustic cladding a “paintbrush” for designers: A “bouncy” shot of color One of the biggest acoustic challenges in a project begins with dividing the space into sub-zones. The acoustic […]