The Luzech School was conceived as a new educational complex combining nursery, primary, and secondary levels within one site. Its design embraced a bioclimatic approach with HQE certification, integrating green roofs, solar energy production, and rainwater management systems. The ambition was to create a facility that supported the community while respecting the natural environment.
At the same time, the architectural vocabulary—large volumes, exposed concrete, and extensive glazing—posed significant acoustic risks. These hard, reflective surfaces made the spaces vulnerable to echoes and disruptive classroom noises, especially in areas where children learn and interact in groups. The challenge was to deliver acoustic comfort that matched the ecological ambitions of the project, ensuring that spaces designed for sustainability also fostered focus and calm.
Delhom Acoustics was involved from the design phase to completion, providing a complete acoustic study of all learning and communal areas. In classrooms, our team focused on reverberation control in classrooms, where speech clarity is vital for concentration and inclusion. Solutions combined suspended ceiling systems, selected absorptive finishes, and adapted geometries to minimise noise build-up without compromising the architectural intent.
Beyond teaching spaces, circulation areas, cafeterias, and nursery zones were also carefully treated to reduce disturbance and ensure that movement through the school remained fluid and quiet. Mechanical noise from technical equipment was studied and mitigated, while insulation strategies between different wings of the building helped maintain the peaceful atmosphere required in a school of this scale. The approach integrated the principles of biophilic architecture and sound, showing how natural design elements and acoustic performance can reinforce one another.
The completed school now offers an environment where sustainability and comfort coexist. Despite the use of reflective materials, classroom noises are kept under control, reverberation is well managed, and ambient noise levels remain low across all areas. Teachers can speak with ease, students can follow lessons without distraction, and shared spaces support both interaction and calm.
The Luzech School demonstrates how a comprehensive acoustic strategy can transform complex, eco-conscious architecture into a functional and welcoming place of learning. It stands as a reference for communities seeking to align educational performance with environmental responsibility.
