Enhancing Acoustics in Indoor Atriums – The Construction Specifier
Indoor atriums can be great spaces for dining and gathering; plenty of natural light, fun amenities, and beautiful architectural design. However, there may be drawbacks to…
"It’s exciting to work in an environment that bridges my two passions, music and architecture, which I see through the lens of sound and space. I enjoy the ability to witness and appreciate the reciprocities of physical space being an informant of sound behavior and vice versa."
Sheldon (Shelly) Alfred is a member of Acentech’s Architectural Acoustics group. He consults on a range of project types, including institutional, residential, historic, and commercial buildings, providing guidance on room acoustics, sound isolation, and optimal acoustical performance. He has a passion for the intersection of architecture and sound, believing the iterative nature of the two fields is the basis of high-quality deliverables for each project. In his spare time, Shelly is an award-winning artiste and songwriter for Signal Band, known throughout the Caribbean for their original Bouyon music.
When not at work, I am most likely in the studio working on music. I love getting some physical activity in; so, I could be at the gym or playing soccer. On weekends, chances are I would be performing at a show across the country or in the Caribbean with my band.