The Ort Singalovsky College project, designed by architect Noa Ronen, was designed as an innovative and dynamic learning environment that combines high functionality, acoustic comfort and a modern architectural language.
The project emphasizes the creation of open, bright and flexible spaces, adapted to the changing nature of the learning environment and technological activity.
In the spacious workshop spaces, characterized by high ceilings and open spaces, Bapple beams from ECOPET, vertical acoustic elements made of PET, were selected. The system was designed to provide focused sound absorption in dynamic and noisy spaces, while maintaining a sense of openness and airiness. The 24 mm thick beams create a clean linear rhythm and add design presence to the space, while significantly improving the acoustic environment. The acoustic material is based on advanced fiber technology, without the use of adhesives or harmful materials, and is a durable, safe and environmentally friendly solution.
In the corridors, a Drop-In expanded mesh ceiling was selected on a Fine Line profile manufactured by Hecht & Ephraim. The choice of an open ceiling allowed for the creation of an industrial and modern look, with controlled exposure of the systems and infrastructures above the ceiling. The mesh panels create depth and visual interest through the three-dimensional effect of the stretched mesh, along with wide design flexibility in a selection of patterns and applications. In addition, the system allows for the integration of complementary acoustic solutions according to the needs of the space, thus combining functional aesthetics with full accessibility to the systems.
In the classrooms and laboratories, a Soprano E ceiling was selected on a Fine Line profile Line, a semi-recessed acoustic wool ceiling with a silk finish. The choice of this ceiling was intended to create a quiet and pleasant learning environment, with exceptionally high acoustic performance (NRC 0.95), which contributes to concentration and the quality of discourse in the space. The tiles with straight and stiff edges give the ceiling an elegant, uniform and precise appearance, while optimally combining acoustic functionality with clean and bright aesthetics.
The combination of vertical acoustic elements, open mesh ceilings and minimalist acoustic ceilings creates a uniform, contemporary and precise material language, one that naturally supports an advanced technological learning environment.
Photo: Einat Dekel
