autex reimagines acoustic systems with three-dimensional lanes

Lanes by Autex

With a flexible, modular and distinctive three-dimensional design, Autex’s new acoustic system, Lanes, achieves a perfect balance of sound-crushing power and aesthetic appeal.

Autex Acoustics’ new Lanes system adds surface interest and aesthetic possibility to sophisticated sound management

There are spaces that seem to offer an extra dimension of controlled calm. It’s not just about the way they look; it’s about the way they sound, the way sound is managed and subdued where it needs to be. Where other spaces are full of sonic clamor and confusion, here there is balance, clarity, separation and harmony.

Clearly, that level of acoustic management doesn’t happen by accident. It has to be engineered and designed into a space. It requires special, sound-handling materials. And the best of those materials enhance the spatial experience, aesthetically and acoustically. Established over 50 years ago, Autex Acoustics is dedicated to creating just those materials and just those spaces.

Lanes’ three-dimensional design creates internal air pockets that enhance low-frequency sound absorption while bringing a subtle, shifting play of light and shadow to a space

Unique topographic flow

Autex Acoustics‘ new acoustic system, Lanes, takes its lightweight Cube panels, made from compressed recycled polyester, and adds a smart twist, or rather space and design possibilities. The key to Lanes’ sound-crushing power and aesthetic appeal is its three-dimensional design. Most acoustic paneling and treatments are simply stuck to walls and ceilings, but the Lanes system creates an air pocket beneath each ‘lane’, making for enhanced low-frequency sound absorption, but also opening up new design angles and approaches.

The key to Lanes’ sound-crushing power and aesthetic appeal is its three-dimensional design

Available in three styles, Plane, Peak and Sawtooth, Lanes can give a unique topographic flow to any interior, making for an intriguing play with light and shade. And the creative options don’t end there. Lanes makes it easy to add a range of warm, natural tones to the sonic calm, available in natural stone – Carrara, Travertine, Rojo Alicante, Empress Green and more – and timber finishes ranging from Birch, Oak and American Ash to Tasmanian Blackwood and deep red Jarrah.

with wellbeing in mind, Lanes is available in range of warm natural stone and timber finishes, enhancing the sonic calm

Flexible, modular, scalable

Lanes’ modular, scalable design also means it can be easily applied to a space of any size. Whether they are creating acoustically considered commercial or office spaces or working in hospitality, retail or education, Lanes offers architects and designers all the flexibility and aesthetic options they need. And, of course, Lanes can handle the more sophisticated sonic requirements of theaters, auditoriums and recording studios.

‘Lanes’ modular, scalable design means it can be easily applied to a space of any size.’

Lanes has also been designed for easy installation – its battens are clipped into place, no environmentally unfriendly adhesives required – and, if relocation is necessary, easy disassembly. Of course, Autex‘s in-house design team is on hand to help clients use Lanes to realize the full aesthetic and acoustic potential of any space.

the Lanes range is modular, scalable and has been designed for easy, adhesive-free installation and no-fuss disassembly

A sustainable choice

Sustainability is also key to Autex’s mission and Lanes, like all Autex products, is certified carbon neutral. (Autex Acoustics has a long-term commitment to sustainability, establishing a zero-waste production line way back in 1990, and is now carbon neutral across all its Acoustic products and operations).

Lanes can soften the sonic blow in offices, hotels, restaurants and schools but also handle the more complex acoustic requirements of recording studios and theaters

We understand better than ever how much an interior created with care and attention to detail – that brings in light, offers tonal and textural shift, and orchestrates sound – can increase our sense of well-being and creativity. Lanes offers the perfect materials; the foundational backdrop for that kind of space.

Guest Feature by Nick Compton / Architonic