NOVA Acoustics designs and delivers acoustic panel solutions for conference rooms and meeting spaces. Our consultant-led approach improves speech clarity, privacy, and comfort in modern workplaces, supporting in-person, hybrid, and virtual meetings.
We work on projects of all sizes, from single dwellings to large multi-use schemes, providing expertise and years of experience. We are always here to help and can provide acoustic consultancy and testing services to support your project at all stages. Including environmental noise assessments to support your planning application. When applying for planning permission, you may require an acoustic assessment of your development site to ensure it is suitable for residential development.
Acoustic wall panels, baffles, and rafts play a vital role in achieving this clarity. These treatments absorb excessive sound waves that would otherwise bounce off hard surfaces, significantly reducing echoes and reverberation. By minimising disruptive reflections and improving speech intelligibility, acoustic solutions ensure that every participant can focus without straining to hear, whether seated at the table or joining remotely. Their versatility enables strategic placement at primary reflection points, creating a balanced acoustic environment while blending seamlessly into the existing décor.
Conference rooms often feature open layouts and high ceilings, which can amplify sound and lead to intrusive noise issues. In these spaces, suspended baffles and rafts help disperse and absorb sound energy before it becomes a distraction, maintaining a calm, professional atmosphere that supports effective decision-making. Similarly, meeting rooms—frequently used for collaborative discussions and equipped with audio-visual technology—benefit significantly from well-placed acoustic panels. By preventing sound from bouncing around the room or leaking into adjacent areas, they enhance privacy, improve focus, and support seamless communication for every attendee.
Beyond their technical performance, modern acoustic solutions offer a wealth of design options. Available in a range of colours, sizes, and finishes, they can either blend discreetly into the space or become a bold architectural feature. Whether the goal is improved clarity for large-scale presentations or enhanced privacy for confidential meetings, acoustic panels elevate conference and meeting rooms into environments that not only look exceptional but also perform to the highest standards.
Products
Sustainable 40mm Polyester Fibre Acoustic Panel with Class A Sound Absorption made with >60% Recycled Material. Suitable for walls, ceilings, rafts or baffles.
40mm Fabric Wrapped Acoustic Panel with Class A Sound Absorption. Available in a huge range of colours and sizes. Bespoke to order. Suitable for walls, ceilings, rafts and baffles.
40mm Fabric Wrapped Acoustic Panel with Class A Sound Absorption. Self-adhesive for easy DIY Installation. Suitable for surface mounting to walls or ceilings.
40mm Impact-Resistant Acoustic Wall Panels with Class A Sound Absorption. Available in a huge range of colours and sizes. Suitable for surface mounting to walls.
12mm or 24mm Polyester Acoustic Panel with Class A Sound Absorption. Available in a huge range of colours and sizes. Bespoke to order. Suitable for walls, ceilings, rafts and baffles.
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Benefits of acoustic panelling solutions in Conference Rooms
Improved Speech Clarity
Acoustic panels absorb excess sound, reducing echo and reverberation. This makes voices clearer and easier to understand, especially in rooms where multiple people are speaking.
Reduced Noise Distractions
Panels minimize background noise, including sounds from HVAC systems, footsteps, or conversations in adjacent areas. This allows participants to focus better.
Enhanced Privacy
By absorbing sound, acoustic panels prevent conversations from being easily overheard outside the room, ensuring confidentiality during sensitive discussions.
Comfortable Listening Environment
Reducing harsh sounds and echoes helps create a more pleasant acoustic atmosphere, which is less tiring for attendees during long meetings.
Professional Atmosphere
High-quality sound enhances the perception of professionalism in a conference room, reflecting positively on the company or organization.
Better Audio for Virtual Meetings
For hybrid or virtual meetings, acoustic panels help improve audio capture, ensuring remote participants can hear clearly without distortion or noise interference.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are acoustic panels important in conference and meeting rooms?
Acoustic panels reduce echo, reverberation, and unwanted background noise, ensuring speech remains clear and easy to understand. In rooms where discussions, presentations, and hybrid meetings take place, good acoustics are essential to prevent miscommunication and listener fatigue.
What problems do acoustic panels solve?
They address issues such as echo, sound distortion, hard surface reflections, and noise intrusion. Acoustic treatments stop sound bouncing around the room and help prevent conversations from leaking into adjoining spaces.
What types of acoustic treatments are suitable for conference and meeting rooms?
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Do acoustic panels improve video calls and hybrid meetings?
Yes. Clear audio is crucial for virtual participants. Acoustic treatments ensure microphones pick up voices accurately, reducing echo and improving speech clarity for remote attendees.
Will acoustic panels affect the design of the room?
Not at all. Acoustic panels come in a wide variety of colours, shapes, fabrics, and finishes. They can be designed to complement existing décor or act as striking visual features.
Can acoustic panels enhance privacy?
Absolutely. By reducing sound transmission between rooms, they help keep discussions confidential and prevent external noise from disrupting meetings.
Are acoustic panels only for large conference rooms?
No. Even small meeting rooms experience poor acoustics due to hard surfaces and enclosed layouts. Properly installed panels benefit any room where people gather to talk, collaborate, or present.
Do I need both wall panels and ceiling baffles?
It depends on the room. Wall panels control direct reflections, while baffles and rafts excel in larger or high-ceilinged environments where sound tends to linger. Many rooms benefit from a combination of treatments.
How long does installation take?
Most acoustic installations can be completed quickly with minimal disruption. The duration depends on room size and the number of treatments required.
Are acoustic panels a legal or technical requirement?
While not always mandatory, they are increasingly considered best practice in workplaces, education settings, and public buildings to support accessibility, communication standards, and staff wellbeing.
Why are conference and meeting rooms acoustically challenging?
Conference and meeting rooms often contain hard, reflective surfaces such as glass walls, tables, screens, and ceilings that cause sound to bounce around the space. Many rooms also use audio-visual technology and are designed for hybrid meetings, which can amplify poor acoustics. These factors increase reverberation and make speech harder to understand without acoustic treatment.
What are the most common acoustic problems in conference and meeting rooms?
Typical issues include:
- Excessive echo and reverberation
- Poor speech intelligibility during meetings
- Difficulty hearing remote or hybrid participants
- Noise leakage affecting privacy
- Listening fatigue during long meetings
These problems are especially noticeable in rooms with high ceilings, glass partitions, or minimal soft furnishings.
Can acoustic panels enhance privacy in meeting rooms?
Yes. By absorbing sound within the room, acoustic panels reduce sound leakage into adjacent spaces. This helps protect confidentiality during sensitive discussions and meetings.
Are acoustic panels only needed in large conference rooms?
No. Smaller meeting rooms often suffer from poor acoustics due to hard surfaces and limited space. Acoustic treatment can be just as important — if not more so — in smaller rooms.
