Collection by Olivia Martin

Acoustics in Architecture

We share our favorite essays, homes, and products devoted to exploring and celebrating music in the modern world.

Clad in copper panels that Holl had fabricated by the Kansas City, Missouri, company Zahner, the house is daylit by a host of rectangular skylights (inspired by the musical staff) punched through the roofs and the pool’s floor.
Clad in copper panels that Holl had fabricated by the Kansas City, Missouri, company Zahner, the house is daylit by a host of rectangular skylights (inspired by the musical staff) punched through the roofs and the pool’s floor.
When viewed from above, the Daeyang Gallery and House is nearly identical to the sketch Anhalt made for his Symphony of Modules, though Holl has filled Anhalt’s negative space with a pool of water.
When viewed from above, the Daeyang Gallery and House is nearly identical to the sketch Anhalt made for his Symphony of Modules, though Holl has filled Anhalt’s negative space with a pool of water.
Brill's practice area features a ’50s Wurlitzer piano and a mid-’60s Ludwig drum kit. For acoustics, the architect insulated the walls with two layers of Sheetrock stuffed with denim insulation. The floor is made of pegboard—an unusual, albeit cost-effective, material choice.
Brill's practice area features a ’50s Wurlitzer piano and a mid-’60s Ludwig drum kit. For acoustics, the architect insulated the walls with two layers of Sheetrock stuffed with denim insulation. The floor is made of pegboard—an unusual, albeit cost-effective, material choice.
How should universal design be applied to electronics like the radio? This series of articles investigates ways to design creatively.
How should universal design be applied to electronics like the radio? This series of articles investigates ways to design creatively.
Dwell senior editor Kelsey Keith offers her picks on the perfect gift for the audiophile in your life.
Dwell senior editor Kelsey Keith offers her picks on the perfect gift for the audiophile in your life.