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We are looking for an experienced acoustics consultant to join our team. Our environmental acoustics portfolio is growing and we are seeking candidates with strong experience in this area, and ideally with a broad understanding of other areas of acoustics. For full details, click here. Our new company brochure is also available for download by…

Adrian James Acoustics is delighted to announce a new scholarship scheme in support local young musicians. To encourage excellence and commitment, promising instrumentalists have recently been able to apply for an AJA Scholarship. The Norfolk County Youth Orchestra is running the scheme alongside Guildhall Young Artists Norwich, providing coaching from outstanding tutors. The deadline to…

Hot off the press, our new company brochure has just been published. This 12-page publication provides a comprehensive guide to our services. It’s an ideal reference for architects, builders, contractors and anyone who may need our experience now or in the future. Please email us if you would like a free printed copy of the…

Looking back on 2021, here are five of our highlights of the year. Despite the ongoing pandemic, we have completed multiple projects, as well as taking on a raft of new assignments. We also celebrated three of our staff completing their diplomas this year. Congratulations to George and Martyn, who become Associate Members of the…

To the north of Norwich a new business park is taking shape. Known as the Broadway Enterprise Park, this new development could become home to 1250 new jobs. It is located just off the Broadland Northway northern distributor route and near to Norwich International Airport. This mixed-use development has already seen a major new household…

Demolition and recycling work inevitably produces noise, and we are frequently called on to offer expert analysis on how to tackle such noise issues. Technical advice One example is the technical advice we have been providing to Anglian Demolition & Asbestos Ltd. Since 2018 the company has been engaged in expanding its facility in Attleborough,…

Since 2004 Adrian James Acoustics has been carrying out official accredited tests under the Robust Details scheme. But who, or what are “Robust Details” and why is it important to understand their role in the construction industry? Robust Details is an organisation which provides an alternative to sound insulation testing between new-build residential properties.  If…

Adrian James Acoustics can announce we have completed work for East Suffolk Council as technical advisors on a major project. Our expertise was sought to review the noise and vibration assessments for two proposed offshore wind farms – known as East Anglia ONE North and East Anglia TWO. We also advised on associated onshore infrastructure.…

AJA recently worked with a local dance company – The Workshop Studios – who offer a wide programme of dance training. The organisation needed expert advice in converting a disused Norwich warehouse into a dance studio complex. Upgrades Our input included baseline noise survey work and 3D modelling to predict the noise emissions from activity…

As pandemic restrictions have eased, we have noticed two significant trends. On the one hand there has been an increased demand for better acoustic treatment in restaurants, particularly new fit-outs. At the same time, we are offering more advice about acoustics in prestige residences – both new-build and refurbishments. Increasingly, new owners appreciate that acoustics…