Italy
Milan
Alphalia Silent Aw acoustic blinds at Milan department store
Alphalia
Silent Aw
Silent Aw
Acoustic
Project Participants
Installation: Emmegi Tende
The 7th floor bay windows of the famous La Rinascente department store in Milan, Italy have recently been renovated with Alphalia Silent Aw (previously known as Batyline Aw) fabric. This acoustic material improves thermal and acoustic comfort, adding a touch of elegance to the space.
The 7th floor of La Rinascente is a Food Hall, with a number of restaurants, shops for gourmet foods and a panoramic terrace that is greatly appreciated for its exceptional view of a nearby historical cathedral.
However, there are two major disadvantages of this glass structure: the room is very loud and hot, causing significant discomfort for visitors and staff alike.
But now, with composite blinds made of Alphalia Silent Aw, the space is much improved - with its thermal, acoustic and aesthetic comfort.
Reducing noise to improve comfort
Serge Ferrari carried out a detailed acoustic study to demonstrate the efficiency of the Alphalia Silent Aw fabric (then known as Batyline Aw) for the false-ceilings and indoor blinds. La Rinascente needed acoustics suitable for conversation, and the acoustic blinds made of Alphalia Silent Aw offer a notable improvement in acoustic comfort by considerably reducing reverberation and therefore overall noise levels.
In terms of thermal comfort, the Alphalia Silent Aw composite fabric, in the color Kilimandjaro, has a solar factor of 0.31, which means that it blocks 69% of the sun's energy, while reducing glare at the same time.
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