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Expanding our specialist services to include integrated acoustic consultancy strengthens how we support clients across the full development lifecycle. By bringing together building acoustics and environmental noise and vibration, we are able to provide a more coordinated and consistent approach to sound, from early feasibility through to detailed design. This article introduces our acoustics capability at Brookbanks, outlining the expertise within the team and the role acoustics plays in delivering compliant, well‑designed and high‑performing environments across a range of sectors.

Our Acoustic Engineers are now firmly embedded within Brookbanks, representing a significant addition to our multidisciplinary offering. As part of our specialist services, we bring together a wealth of technical expertise and a shared ambition to deliver high-quality, practical, and forward-thinking acoustic solutions across a wide range of sectors.

Crucially, we place building (architectural) acoustics and environmental noise and vibration control on equal footing, ensuring a fully integrated approach to sound across both the internal and external environment. This enables us to support projects holistically, from strategic planning constraints through to the detailed design of high-performing internal spaces.

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Our acoustics capability is led by Tom Quaife-Jones, Director of Acoustics at Brookbanks, whose 14+ years of experience spans a diverse portfolio of building acoustics and environmental noise and vibration projects. Having contributed to some of the UK’s most ambitious infrastructure and placemaking schemes, including landmark healthcare, cultural, and mixed-use developments, Tom brings deep technical expertise and a highly collaborative approach. His leadership is driven by a passion for creating environments where sound enhances wellbeing and performance, combining strong technical rigour with commercial insight. Through this, we deliver innovative, balanced solutions that integrate architectural acoustics design with environmental constraints, ensuring spaces are compliant, comfortable, and future-ready.

Supporting this, Principal Acoustics Consultant James Abbass provides extensive expertise in environmental and industrial noise assessment. With particular experience in workplace noise regulations within high-pressure sound environments, he brings valuable insight into managing risk and safeguarding occupational health while ensuring operational and planning requirements are met.

We are further strengthening our specialist services with Consultant Thomas Buckberry, whose strong background in noise modelling and assessment for residential and industrial developments adds further depth to our offer. His analytical approach supports robust predictive modelling and early-stage design advice, helping us optimise both environmental impacts and internal acoustic performance from the outset.

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Across Brookbanks, we support clients throughout the full project lifecycle, integrating acoustics seamlessly with our wider engineering, environmental and design services to reduce risk and improve outcomes. Early engagement is a key priority, allowing acoustic considerations to be embedded into projects from the earliest stages.

We are focused on delivering value-engineered, coordinated acoustic solutions. By combining technical excellence with commercial awareness, we identify efficient and cost-effective strategies that do not compromise performance, compliance, or user experience. This reflects our broader commitment to smart, sustainable engineering.

With a strong foundation of expertise and a clear vision, we are well-positioned to be a trusted partner for clients seeking integrated, high-quality acoustic consultancy.

Our Services

We offer a comprehensive range of services across both building acoustics and environmental noise & vibration, including:

Environmental Noise & Vibration

  • Planning support and feasibility advice
  • Environmental Noise Impact Assessments (including ES chapters)
  • Baseline noise and vibration surveys
  • Noise modelling and prediction
  • Industrial and plant noise assessment and mitigation
  • Construction noise and vibration management
  • BS 4142, BS 8233, and WHO guideline assessments
  • Vibration assessments (e.g. BS 6472, BS 7385)
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Building / Architectural Acoustics

  • Acoustic strategy development and design advisory
  • Sound insulation design and compliance testing (Part E / Robust Details)
  • Room acoustics design (education, healthcare, performance spaces)
  • Building services noise and vibration control
  • Façade sound insulation and glazing design
  • Internal noise criteria development and specification
  • Acoustic detailing and specification reviews
  • Pre-completion testing and troubleshooting

Cross-Disciplinary & Specialist Services

  • Early-stage project feasibility and risk identification
  • Coordination with planners, architects, and MEP teams
  • Value engineering and cost optimisation
  • Expert witness and technical advisory services
  • Noise at Work and Risk Assessment
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Principal Acoustics Consultant

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Tom Quaife-Jones, Director of Acoustics at Brookbanks
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