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Our blog articles are a great way to expand your knowledge about acoustic design and the importance of managing noise effectively, as well as keeping you up to date with our latest news and products. Take a look and let us know what you think.
Creative ways to use Acoustic Products
When you think of acoustics, you might picture wall panels that purely to absorb sound. But, acoustic products can do so much more!
Top 5 Mistakes to Avoid When Specifying Acoustic Products
Acoustics play a huge role in how people experience a workspace, yet they often don't get the attention they deserve.
Beyond Function: How Light & Acoustics Shape How We Feel at Work
We were thrilled to welcome guests to our London showroom for a panel discussion exploring how light and acoustics do far more than serve a practical purpose.
Designing for Wellbeing: Why Acoustic Comfort Matters More Than Ever
In today’s flexible workplaces, we celebrate natural light, and modern layouts but there’s another element that doesn't always get the attention it deserves: acoustic comfort.
Getting Acoustics Right: The Key to Spaces That Feel as Good as They Look
Picture this: the fit-out is complete, the finishes are stunning, the lighting perfect. Everyone steps into the space, and the first impression is wow. But what makes that feeling last?
Celebrating the Future of Design: Proud Sponsors of Mix 30 Under 30
We’re thrilled to be one of the sponsors of this year’s Mix 30 Under 30, an initiative that shines a spotlight on the brightest emerging talent in British design.
Creating Calm Classrooms: A Look at the BB93 Standard
You might notice the colours and furniture in a classroom, but what about the sound? Good acoustics make a big difference to how people feel and learn.
Acoustic Standards in the UK: What Designers Need to Know
When you’re designing spaces where people work, learn, or heal, acoustics shouldn’t be an afterthought; they’re central to how comfortable, calm, and productive a space feels.
How We Balance Acoustic Performance with Aesthetics
Acoustics are no longer just a ‘nice to have’ in workspace design. We all know that when a space sounds better, people feel better.
Do You Really Need Class A Acoustics Everywhere?
When we talk about acoustics, it’s easy to think the answer is just to cover every wall and ceiling with Class A acoustic panels. But is that really the best for the space?
What Difference Do Voids Behind Panels Make?
When you’re putting together a workspace, acoustics can easily slip down the priority list. But it’s one of those things people really notice...
The Science Behind Acoustic Comfort: Why It Matters
When workplace sound levels went over 50 decibels, every extra 10 decibels leads to a 1.9% drop in physiological well-being.
Why DECLARE labels matter when choosing and specifying acoustic products
One of the key drivers for AllSfär has always been to make it as easy as possible for architects and interior designers to specify sustainable acoustic products.
CDW 2025: What a Week!
Clerkenwell Design Week was such a great few days for us this year. It was full of energy, good chats, and lots of creativity.
Take a Look at What We’re Planning for CDW 2025
We’re back for another Clerkenwell Design Week – and we’d love for you to join us!
Workspace Design Show 2025: Your Questions Answered
We had such a fantastic time at this year’s Workspace Design Show! And now it's time for us to answer some of your burning questions...
The importance of creating a neuro-inclusive workspace
An estimated 15-20% of the world’s population is neurodiverse. But what is neurodiversity and how can we design workspaces to accommodate everyone?
Key elements in the modern workspace
With the modern way of work being so different to traditional methods, workspace design is changing rapidly.
The importance of Biophilic Design to the Built Environment
Biophilia is becoming a workspace norm rather than a luxury add-on. But how does it affect our concentration and how can you include biophilic design elements into your schemes?
CDW 2024
It was great to see so many of you at our showroom during CDW 2024, we loved showing you our latest acoustic products but also hearing your feedback and ideas on what else we can do to make your life easier.
Reflecting on Design Festival North: A Tour of Innovation and Inspiration
At AllSfär, we have been proud to be a part of Design Festival North over the last few months.
AllSfär at Design Festival North: taking acoustics to another level
When we were approached to be the acoustic partner for Design Festival North we jumped at the chance.
Five facts that make AllSfär products exceptional
One of the reasons organisations fail is because they fail to innovate.
Another stellar night at the Mix Awards in London in June
AllSfär X MF Design Studio were super proud to be finalists in the surface product of the year category for the Mix Awards this June
Workspace Design Show: Your Questions Answered
We had a great two days at Workspace Design Show in February meeting with interior designers and architects.
PET Felt: Transforming Plastic Waste into Acoustic Calm
Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) felt is not just another acoustic material; it’s demonstrating innovation and sustainability at its best.
Creating Calm: Enhancing Workplace Wellbeing and Productivity Through Acoustic Design
In today’s world of open-plan office spaces, noise pollution has become a significant issue.
Seven ways we’re being more sustainable
The UK construction industry consumes around 400 million tonnes of materials every year creating over 100 million tonnes of waste. AllSfär does not want to be contributing to this waste.
AllSfär and Creatif combine forces to deliver improved solutions and service
AllSfär has acquired Creatif Acoustics and we will be working together to extend our range and enhance our customer service.
Making it our business to be sustainable
Over the last few years, we have made significant changes in how we operate our business, the materials we use and the way we work with clients to manage waste.
Five ways we make our customers’ lives easy
Making life as easy as possible for our customers is one of our top priorities.
Customer Journey
Our customers have two things in common: a demand for exciting, well-designed, sustainable acoustic products and a desire for excellent customer service.
New Showroom in Clerkenwell
We have been delighted by the reaction to the opening of our new Showroom in Clerkenwell and enjoyed meeting the 100s of architects, fit-out specialists and interior designers who flooded through our doors during Clerkenwell Design Week.
AllSfär innovation – built in the UK
All our products are designed and manufactured in the UK and we are passionate about providing our clients with aesthetic and exciting acoustic products for market-leading commercial interiors.
Top Tips for Creating Calm in the office
Our products are thoughtfully designed to reduce noise and create calm.
Creating Calm
Workspaces are often dominated by hard surfaces which can feel cold and noisy.
Orgatec Highlights
The AllSfär team were in Cologne last week for some inspiration at Orgatec and we weren’t disappointed!
Thinking differently and being sustainable
Chris Michaeloudis joined AllSfär as Head of Marketing because she was attracted to the company’s distinctive philosophy and sustainable approach.
Does it really matter where you put your desks?
As we know, our environment has a profound effect on our wellbeing. We have an innate awareness of our environment and seek out ones with certain qualities.
Are noisy workplaces stopping the return to work?
Morgan Doouss believes in creating workplaces which not only look amazing but also feel fantastic.
CDW, your top ten questions answered
It was so good to see so many of you at Clerkenwell Design Show last month.
Made in Britain – why it’s important to us
Being a certified Made in Britain manufacturer means a lot to us, it is the official protected mark that certifies a product is Made in Britain by a trusted.
Sustainability – why it’s important and why we’re committed to getting it right
An estimated 15-20% of the world’s population is neurodiverse. But what is neurodiversity and how can we design workspaces to accommodate everyone?
How to get the Acoustics Right in Commercial Interiors
Good acoustics are essential to productivity, creativity and wellbeing in the workplace.
Workspace Design Show London – Your Questions Answered
Deciding to be part of the very first Workspace Design Show at The Business Design Centre in November this year was a no-brainer for us.
Two and a half years and counting
When we launched AllSfär in January 2019 little did we know what lay ahead of us.
It’s back to the office Jim, but not as we know it
The last year or so has been challenging for the commercial interiors industry but in my opinion the pace of change we have seen have been equally as exciting.
PET FELT, a plastic that’s actually good for the office
Good acoustics are essential for productivity, creativity and wellbeing.
Simplifying the complex world of sound design
Earlier this year, Quiet Mark launched a brand new, free to use, online platform to present verified acoustic solutions for the building sector.
Diane Butterworth explains why manufacturers should have Revit Families
In order to understand why Revit Families are a good investment, it is important to understand the ways in which they aid compatibility, quality and productivity for architects and designers.
Hattrick for AllSfär
We're thrilled to announce that we have been selected as finalists in three categories by Mix Interiors and the Mixology Awards judges.
BIM expert Diane Butterworth demystifying BIM
Creativity is the use of imagination to create something unique and you are not bound by what tools you can or cannot use to achieve this.
A sustainable solution for an uncertain time
WorkBox delivers a stylish and sustainable work from home solution.
Return to Work
Making sure people feel safe returning to the office will be a key challenge in the coming weeks.
Why is reverberation important?
Understanding the impact of reverberation is key for architects and interior designers to ensure they deliver acoustic comfort across their projects.
Investing for the future
The ability to create sustainable bespoke acoustic products as well as reduce lead times are two issues that we’re often asked about, our response has always been YES to both.
What we’ve learnt over the past few weeks
An estimated 15-20% of the world’s population is neurodiverse. But what is neurodiversity and how can we design workspaces to accommodate everyone?
Elevating acoustics for Virgin Media
We fought off some very stiff competition to win this key project to provide acoustic rafts and baffles for Virgin Media’s new 120,000 sq ft HQ in Reading.
AllSfär journey to Manchester… and what we learned along the way
A real highlight for us this year was being selected as a product partner for Mix Design Collective 2019 in Manchester.
Acoustic Art with Swarez
As part of our drive to deliver creativity in acoustics we’ve teamed up with abstract artist Swarez on a unique and dynamic range of acoustic art canvasses.
My experience as a Design Intern
I began my three month placement at AllSfär in May. I was extremely nervous about starting a new ‘real’ job.
Meet Hilary Birkbeck, the designer behind Diffuse
Collaborating with established product designer Hilary Birkbeck was an obvious choice for us.
A view from behind the lens
Collaborating with like-minded people is something that’s been part of our DNA since we launched in January 2019.
Mixology19 Finalist
Muffle shortlisted as Surface Product of the Year Mixology19 Finalist.
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