What Does the Future of Work Sound Like?
“We know through research that music and sound have the innate ability to change people’s emotional states. And while we have been able to unlock the power of sound for new platforms and products, sound has remained an afterthought in the workplace.”
Your city is too loud. Here’s how urban designers are fighting ‘sonic trash’
“There’s really an opportunity, especially in the urban space, to see how we can get something close to perceived silence, and then use that as the canvas moving forward to make something more imaginative and magical.”
Like it or not, your office might have its own sound one day
“We want to make sure that we’re really scoring each and every room and space so it is either focused on a specific function, or gives workers the personalization they want.”
Don’t Mute Your Brand: Why Sound Design Can Be Strategic
“Sound builds trust. As society encounters a barrage of new experiences like autonomous vehicles, AI, and screenless interactions, sound can ground us in shared language that humanizes our interactions with machines, ultimately encouraging new product adoption.”
Scoring the Soundtracks of Our Lives: A Q&A With Alex Coutts of Made Music Studio
“We can use sound to make environments more inclusive and make people more comfortable in what could be stressful situations, but we also have the opportunity to create those awe-inspiring moments where the hairs on the back of your neck stand up.”
Podcast: Sound Design in the New Workplace
Much has been made about the many ways our workplaces are changing in the wake of the last few years. It’s clear that our work spaces are evolving…but what about our work sounds?
Future Sounds: Designing for New Technology
“When included in the broader design process, sound can feel one with its environment. You don’t notice it as a separate component — you notice its impact only as integral to the core experience.”
You Are Here: The Power of Sound in Designed Spaces