Translucent wall and ceiling acoustic panels for open spaces
Translucent wall and ceiling acoustic panels quietly change how a space feels – not by shouting for attention but by simply making things better.
In a massive 11,500-square-meter logistics complex, AIR-board® acoustic proved just how transformative these panels can be in open, high-traffic environments.
While most of the building is dedicated to storing pharmaceutical supplies and medical devices, the open areas – where people actually interact – are where the story gets interesting. These are the zones where echoes usually bounce around unchecked and background noise becomes overwhelming. That’s exactly why AIR-board® acoustic panels were installed across parts of the walls and ceilings, giving the interiors a much-needed balance between sound and light.
Creating calm where people connect
What’s striking about this particular space is how natural it feels to walk through it. Wide corridors, open ceilings, and polished surfaces usually make sound reverberate. But here, the use of translucent wall and ceiling acoustic panels softened the harshness. The AIR-board® acoustic panels absorb sound in just the right way, helping reduce the chaos and bringing some peace into busy, collaborative environments. In busy architectural layouts like this one, translucent wall and ceiling acoustic panels help define calm zones without disrupting the openness of the space.
The panels weren’t just thrown into place for technical reasons. They became part of the building’s design language. From the main atrium to mezzanine passageways, AIR-board® acoustic brought both acoustic comfort and a clean, minimal aesthetic that matches the building’s neutral architectural concept.
Light, but better
What often surprises people the most is how well translucent wall and ceiling acoustic panels play with light. AIR-board® acoustic isn’t just about cutting noise – it’s also translucent, which makes it perfect for soft, ambient lighting setups. In the logistics complex, the ceiling and certain wall sections were backlit from behind the panels. The effect? No visible light fixtures. Just a quiet, diffused glow that shifts the mood of the room without adding visual clutter.
This approach doesn’t just look good – it works. Areas that need extra lighting get it, but without the harshness of exposed bulbs or hanging fixtures. AIR-board® acoustic lets light pass through gently, transforming lighting into part of the architecture, not an afterthought.
Versatility on a large scale
It’s one thing to test materials in a small office or a single meeting room. It’s another thing entirely to use them throughout a structure the size of a small airport. And yet, AIR-board® acoustic held its own in every area where it was installed.
The logistics complex isn’t just big – it’s active. Staff move constantly between departments, meetings are held throughout the day, and visitors pass through the atrium regularly. These are the types of zones where echoes love to linger. But by covering key sections of walls and ceilings with translucent wall and ceiling acoustic panels, the noise levels stayed surprisingly controlled. AIR-board® acoustic proved that it’s not just for fancy interiors or design-driven spaces – it’s also a hardworking solution for places that need both durability and performance.
Minimal design, maximum impact
One of the goals of the logistics center was to create a “neutral character” – a space that reflects the mission-driven work being done inside, without any unnecessary distractions. AIR-board® acoustic helped support that idea through its restrained, modern appearance. The panels don’t dominate the design. They support it. That’s one of the subtle advantages of using translucent wall and ceiling acoustic panels – they do their job without drawing attention away from the overall design.
In open-plan zones and around the atrium, the uniform appearance of the panels created visual calm. They were used to connect the ceiling and wall transitions in a way that felt intentional, not improvised. And because AIR-board® acoustic panels are so lightweight, they were easy to install even in higher or more unconventional spots.
It’s easy to see how this same look and feel could be replicated in libraries, universities, public lobbies, or corporate buildings. The panels offer acoustic benefits, yes – but they also bring a sense of quiet structure to large, open interiors.
Sound absorption meets smart engineering
We don’t want to get overly technical here, but a few details matter. AIR-board® acoustic panels are built around a polycarbonate honeycomb core, with PET facings filled with over 300,000 micro-perforations per square meter. That’s what makes them effective in absorbing noise. Their NRC rating reaches up to 0.80, which is a big deal for materials that are also this translucent and light.
They’re fire-safe, low-maintenance, and fit right into modern sustainability guidelines. And most importantly, they don’t look like bulky foam or typical office ceiling tiles. These translucent wall and ceiling acoustic panels are just as much about design as they are about performance.
Planning your own acoustic-friendly interior?
If you’re starting work on a large building or redesigning a high-traffic interior, consider how sound and light will work in the space. Many beautiful projects get built with no thought to acoustics – and you feel it as soon as you step inside. Conversations become tiring. Rooms echo. Sound leaks from one zone to the next. It doesn’t have to be that way.
AIR-board® acoustic is a practical solution that blends easily into most design schemes. You don’t need to sacrifice beauty for function. And since these panels are modular, you can use them for partial ceiling clouds, entire wall surfaces, or lighting features – depending on your needs and creativity.
Try it for yourself
Designing a space from scratch? Renovating an older one? Sometimes the best way to understand a product is to hold it in your hands. That’s why we suggest ordering a few samples of AIR-board® acoustic panels. You’ll get to see how the light plays through them, how they feel, and how they might fit into your next project.
These translucent wall and ceiling acoustic panels aren’t just useful – they’re surprisingly flexible and a pleasure to work with. Whether your next build is public-facing or private, large or small, functional or decorative, these panels offer solutions you might not have considered before.
Let’s talk about your next space
Not every acoustic product looks this clean. Not every design material works this hard. AIR-board® acoustic is somewhere in the middle — a panel that performs quietly while making a big difference in how people experience a space.
Whether it’s an atrium, a meeting lounge, or a collaborative office hub, translucent wall and ceiling acoustic panels can shape the feeling of the entire space, so, if your next project calls for something modern, light-friendly, and acoustically sound, start with AIR-board® acoustic. And if you need advice, ideas, or just a starting point — we’re here. Let’s build spaces that sound as good as they look.
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