Story at a glance:
- Acoustic options are getting more creative, with eye-catching shapes and a wide range of colors.
- Sustainable materials, including recycled PET plastic bottles, are finding a new life in acoustics.
Color, comfort, and control are among the benefits of modern acoustic solutions from some of the industry’s top manufacturers.
These are some of the latest aesthetic acoustic solutions brightening up office spaces, commercial projects, and more.
Khronos by Kriskadecor
Chains in the Khronos collection are made from 100% recyclable aluminum, and the acoustic panels are made from recycled PET plastic bottles. Photo by Angel Segura, courtesy of Khronos
Kriskadecor is a Spanish company specializing in custom design solutions using aesthetically pleasing metal chains in unique projects. The company debuted a new acoustic application collection, Khronos, in spring 2025.
Especially well-suited for office spaces, the Khronos collection was designed by Rafa Ortega and incorporates recycled materials with acoustic properties, giving new life to aluminum chains.
In general Kriskadecor curtains can be used as space dividers, focal points, wall coverings, and more, and Khronos provides more options for architects and designers to incorporate color, texture, and division into their projects while improving the acoustic comfort of a space.
Khronos SÒLID was inspired by nature and architecture, while water and organic movement inspire Khronos LÍQUID.
Kurtain Stratum by Luxxbox
Photo courtesy of Luxxbox
Launched in September 2025, Luxxbox’s Kurtain Stratum acoustic lighting pendant is a sculptural, two-tier design that doubles as acoustic lighting and comes in 77 color options.
Designed to deliver both sculptural impact and sound absorption, Kurtain Stratum’s layered silhouette creates a chandelier-like presence while softening ambient noise in busy environments.
Made from sustainable Camira Blazer wool, a naturally renewable and fully compostable material, Kurtain Stratum is engineered for performance, achieving a Noise Reduction Coefficient of 0.85 in testing to international standards, ensuring superior acoustic control.
Plaza Cloud by Kirei
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A cloud and a grid in one, the Plaza Cloud reinvents ceiling design through modularity and acoustic performance.
Measuring 36-by-36 inches, each square unit can stand alone or be combined with others. The cloud’s smart construction and beveled edges enhance both aesthetic appeal and acoustic performance, making it a design-driven powerhouse with an array-NRC of 1.05.
Plaza Cloud can be hung from various ceiling types using cable suspension. Kirei Plaza can be used on its own to set the stage for a conference table or linked together for eye-catching ceilings of any scale.
Acoustic Dial by LightArt
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A new addition to LightArt’s Acoustic Collection addresses both design and acoustic needs in interior spaces. The new acoustical lighting fixture in four new felt colors can integrate beautifully in a broad range of workplace, multifamily residential, and hospitality interiors.
The Acoustic Dial features an open and closed style; the closed style is a drum pendant surrounded by acoustic felt fins, while the open version is an open-center pendant with a zero-like silhouette that captures attention and reduces ambient noise. Both pendants feature fully enclosed diffusers to prevent dust and debris accumulation, as well as fin shapes in curved, straight, or angled options for more versatility.
Each light is manufactured using sustainable materials, including Red List–free Sola Felt made from 50% post-consumer recycled PET. They also carry certifications like Greenguard Gold and Declare label compliance, making them ideal for projects seeking LEED, WELL, and LBC certification.
Bounce by Studiolatte for Slalom Acoustics
Photo courtesy of Slalom Acoustics
Designed by Studiolatte, Bounce (seen at center in the photo) is a tailor-made acoustic solution with a soft, contemporary look that is both playful and sound-absorbing.
The new wall-mounted solution is available in a variety of colors and recalls a work of art caught somewhere between painting and sculpture. Also on view in this photo are Slalom’s ECOrange Square acoustic panel (top) and CRAFTfelt wall covering (in blue wall covering).
Slalom provides a range of products that meet stringent sustainability certifications, as the company is committed to using recycled post-consumer materials with designs made to last.
