The Coal Shed, University of Bristol
At ISS Acoustic, we recently completed a commercial fit-out project at The Coal Shed in Bristol, contributing to the transformation of this historic site into a state-of-the-art research facility for the University of Bristol and the Bristol Digital Futures Institute. Our involvement centered on delivering bespoke acoustic solutions to optimize the acoustic environment throughout the space.
As part of the fit-out, our team designed, crafted, and installed over 400 custom-made acoustic panels, including a range of acoustic absorbers, reflectors, and diffusers, ensuring effective noise reduction and enhanced soundproofing. These acoustic wall panels were fabricated at our Somerset workshop, tailored in various shapes and sizes to meet the project’s exact specifications, including wall and ceiling installations. Our designs incorporated everything from bass tools for controlling low-frequency reflections to precision-placed acoustic diffusers to minimise unwanted reflections and echoes.
This meticulous attention to detail ensures that the facility’s workspaces, collaboration zones, and meeting rooms offer the ideal environment for research, discussion, and innovation. The Coal Shed and its adjacent Retort House, formerly part of the Bristol Gas Light Company, have now been repurposed into a collaborative hub that will support both ongoing research and new initiatives, such as the MyWorld Creative Hub.
Our installation team worked with millimeter precision to achieve perfect alignment of each panel, ensuring that the acoustic panels perform optimally across the entire facility. We’re proud to have provided this comprehensive acoustic solution, working alongside Aztec Building Services, who led the overall commercial fit-out.
This project marks a significant achievement for ISS Acoustic, and we eagerly look forward to the public unveiling of this landmark facility, which will serve as a critical space for collaboration and research at the University of Bristol.
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Whether you're a developer, main contractor, architect, or private client, we'd love to collaborate on your next project. At ISS, we operate nationwide, offering acoustic solutions and commercial fit-outs that meet the highest standards. With our in-house team of skilled specialists, we ensure every aspect of the project is handled with precision, from design and manufacturing to installation.
Our recent work on The Coal Shed in Bristol was a landmark project that truly tested and expanded our expertise. From crafting bespoke acoustic panels to overseeing their meticulous installation, this venture showcased our ability to deliver complex solutions on a large scale. We take pride in pushing boundaries and delivering exceptional results.
Client: The University of Bristol
Sector: Music, Arts & Education
Main Contractor: Aztech Building
Thank you: Acoustic GRG