The renovation of the 2,000-seat Mark C. Smith Concert Hall at the Von Braun Center included a new en…
The renovation of the 2,000-seat Mark C. Smith Concert Hall at the Von Braun Center included a new entrance lobby, a new sound system, and upgrades to interior materials and mechanical equipment.
AVANT ACOUSTICS provided the following services:
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AVANT ACOUSTICS carefully crafted the design of the new loudspeaker cluster around the existing perforated opening in the proscenium, creating even coverage, yet maintaining the aesthetics of the space.
The front end of the sound system is a digital mixing console that utilizes a digital audio snake to transport audio from the stage to the sound booth in the seats. This configuration minimized the installation impact of the new system on the existing space and allows for flexible routing and patching for the end user.
Location: Huntsville, AL
Facilities: Concert Hall
Client: Matheny Goldmon Architecture
Designer: Robert G. Ledo
SFS Architecture, AVANT ACOUSTICS, and other teammates took this long-vacated bowling alley and ice r…
SFS Architecture, AVANT ACOUSTICS, and other teammates took this long-vacated bowling alley and ice rink, and spun it into gold. The Johnson County Arts and Heritage Center is already a community cornerstone.
AVANT ACOUSTICS provided the following services:
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The black box theatre at the Johnson County Arts and Heritage Center boasts a 360º rotating digital projection system and dynamic audio system, which can be adapted to any orientation of the theatre. The digital AV network and remote-controlled camera allow live video monitoring from backstage, as well as remote orchestra capabilities. The wireless user control interface has customized theatrical effects designed especially for the space.
In addition, AVANT designed a building-wide paging system and digital signage throughout the facility. AVANT designed unique AV systems for combinable event spaces, arts classrooms, and rehearsal studios, as well as hearing assistance systems and an audio system for the dance studio.
Location: Overland Park, KS
Facilities: Theatre, Museum, Rehearsal Studios, Combinable Event Spaces, Classrooms, Dance Studio, Conference Room
Client: SFS Architecture
Designer: John M. Hodgson
Just outside Wichita, this new $1.6 million, 10,000-seat amphitheater draws large crowds with its sum…
Just outside Wichita, this new $1.6 million, 10,000-seat amphitheater draws large crowds with its summertime concerts. It is also a popular spot for performing arts, weddings, and other events. AVANT worked with LK Architecture to make this project a success!
AVANT ACOUSTICS provided the following services:
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AVANT ACOUSTICS worked closely with the design team to find solutions that both met the aesthetic goals of the project and provided acoustical benefit. Multiple design iterations and options were analyzed and the pros and cons of each were outlined so that the owner was able to make informed design choices. Recommendations included:
Location: Andover, Kansas
Facilities: Amphitheater
Client: LK Architecture
Designer: Andrew J. VonFeldt
This renovation project at North Platte Community College included 1,200 square feet of rehearsal spa…
This renovation project at North Platte Community College included 1,200 square feet of rehearsal space, as well as adjacent practice rooms.
AVANT ACOUSTICS provided the following services:
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In the rehearsal room, AVANT improved the room acoustics, creating a room with a balanced reverberation time by using a combination of ceiling materials, including pyramidal diffusers, as well as gypsum board and mineral fiber ceiling tiles. The acoustical performance of the room can be adjusted as tunable, wall-mounted acoustical panels can be changed from sound-absorbing to sound-diffusing by simply pulling a lever at the bottom of each panel.
AVANT ACOUSTICS provided balanced reverberation time in the practice rooms using wall-mounted sound-absorbing panels tuned to absorb more sound at low frequencies and less at the high frequencies. This allows for clarity in the high frequencies, while controlling overall volume.
Finally, AVANT ensured the partition constructions between the rehearsal room, practice rooms, and adjacent offices and other spaces included adequate insulation to prevent noise disturbances.
Location: North Platte, NE
Facilities: Music Rehearsal Space, Practice Rooms
Client: Wilkins Architecture Design Planning
Designer: Emily G. Jaumard
The Lied Center of Kansas is one of the premiere performing arts venues in the region. It hosts a var…
The Lied Center of Kansas is one of the premiere performing arts venues in the region. It hosts a variety of music and dance performances, as well as major campus and community events. AVANT ACOUSTICS worked on the multi-purpose event space addition.
AVANT ACOUSTICS provided the following services:
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AVANT ACOUSTICS consulted on the design of the main lobby and the Lied Center Pavilion to ensure proper acoustical characteristics for musical performances and lectures. The Pavilion is a truly multipurpose space that was designed with specific intent to provide outstanding acoustics for smaller musical recitals.
One acoustical challenge in the space was an exterior glass curtain wall that formed the back wall of the room. Particular attention was given to this construction for proper acoustic room shaping and noise control.
Location: Lawrence, KS
Facilities: Multipurpose Event Space
Client: Helix Architecture + Design
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