This year, we encourage people to work toward helping save our planet that we share with many species of plants and animals throughout the world’s various ecosystems. Read on to learn more about how sound technology is being used to
On December 2, AIA Philadelphia Members and friends gathered both in person at the Center for Architecture and Design and virtually around their computers for the 2021 Design Awards Celebration. The program recognizes achievements of local architecture firms and individuals.
We are excited to be on the design team led John Milner Architects for the renovation of the historic First Bank of Philadelphia building located on South 3rd Street in the heart of Philadelphia’s historical district. The majestic building dates
Who doesn’t like a good snow storm? Here are some MA pooches enjoying the first snow fall of 2022. And here’s a throw back to the dog days of summer!
During the early 18th century Antonio Stradivari built violins that are widely considered to be exceptional instruments and are some of the most valuable in the world. The secret to Stradivari’s success has been a mystery for more than 400 years. Does his
We are super excited that SenSV – our new product to monitor micro-vibration, audible sound, and ultrasonic sound – is out in the field. Recent projects have included sound and vibration monitoring in a University lab and baseline vibration testing
Arrupe Hall on St. Joe’s campus was recently reviewed in the Philadelphia Inquirer by Inga Saffron. The attention to detail in the design and construction of this building impressed Saffron – “Arrupe Hall makes its presence known the moment you
Here’s another one nearing the finishing line. This project involved services for a suburban K-12 charter school with a new Performing Arts Center. Our role was focused on the auditorium and supporting spaces – the house, stage, orchestra pit, and
A final construction site visit to a downtown corporate space showed progress! The client was moving to new offices covering approximately 45,000 SF on two floors in center city Philadelphia. We reviewed all spaces including private offices, conference rooms, training
Music is remarkable in the emotional and sometimes personal responses it elicits, especially if one considers its simple foundations: manipulations of tone, pitch, rhythm, and dynamics. While we typically equate music with human compositions made with traditional instruments, music can
Metropolitan Acoustics, LLC is an acoustics and vibration consulting firm based in Philadelphia, PA. We specialize in architectural acoustics and vibration monitoring.