Soundscapes will be the focus of this CEU: what they are, how we can describe them, and how designers can use them to create sonic environments and intentional experiences. The sensory and physiological benefits of natural soundscapes, which encompass geophony, biophony, and anthrophony, will be demonstrated. The presentation will elucidate the distinct differences between anthropogenic sound and noise, emphasizing the unfortunate reality that both external and internal noise can detrimentally impact human health. Furthermore, we propose that designers should integrate sound walks and zone mapping into the earliest phases of design, including programmatic and schematic design, to enhance comfort and productivity in interior spaces. Finally, the presentation will illustrate dynamic sound solutions by specifying materials with texture and high NRC. Going beyond the sound plan, we will also integrate environmental sounds through both natural and artificial means.
Carolyn Ames Noble, ASID, WELL AP, WELL Faculty
Founder and Director of Design
Ames Design Collective + Collaborator of Turf Design
Carolyn Ames Noble is the principal of Ames Design Collective, where she leads interior and product design. Carolyn is a longtime creative collaborator for Turf Design; together they have created multiple award-winning collections, such as Stone Textures and Hues. She consults multiple commercial product lines specializing in acoustics, architectural solutions, flooring, and more with a focus on sustainability, biophilia, and sensory design. Carolyn is the Chair of the ASID Foundation and a WELL Faculty member.
Carolyn leads the direction, development and interactive and engaging presentation delivery of multiple CEU courses in the interior design & architecture industries.
Faraz Shah
Brand Director
Turf Design
Faraz S. Shah, Turf Design, Brand Director
At Turf, Faraz is the Brand Director, where he’s building a brand that connects with aspiring architects and interior designers. He’s all about creating an experience that speaks directly to the people who shape the built environment. Whether he’s teaming up with designers, connecting with future industry leaders, or shaping the brand’s story, Faraz ensures that Turf leverages its acoustic solutions to add beauty, creativity, and well-being to spaces where people live, work, and create. Great design goes beyond aesthetics—it’s about how spaces can make you feel and how well they serve the people using them. Faraz approaches every project with curiosity and empathy, always striving to understand what makes a space truly resonate. With over 15 years of experience spanning product development, branding, and marketing, Faraz brings a unique blend of technical expertise and creative insight. Faraz’s foundation in Industrial Design has fueled his passion for building better products and spaces through understanding, narrative, and purposeful design. He is also a host of the Sense of Space podcast.
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