Soundscape, the acoustic analogy to landscape, is a new paradigm to rethink the traditional noise control approaches by emphasizing a holistic perspective of the perceived acoustic environments in a given context. We seek to holistically understand how people perceive sounds and interact with the acoustic environment. 

Mixed reality (MR) blends real and virtual worlds, where physical and digital objects co-exist and interact in real-time. MR can provide an avenue for immersive and innovative environmental design. Our lab seeks to apply MR technologies for architectural and urban acoustic designs. The key objectives are to develop simulation and auralization tools for sustainable environmental design and planning. 

Environmental noise is a pervasive environmental pollutant that causes annoyance and can be perceived as stressful. Our lab has been investigating various types of environmental noise such as transportation noise (e.g., road, rail, and aircraft), industrial noise, and construction noise. The primary goals are to provide innovative solutions for creating tranquil and healthy sound environments.

Building acoustics usually aims to reduce or control air-borne or structure-borne noises generated in a building environment. Our lab focuses on the topics of sound insulation walls and floors. Particularly, we are interested in controlling and monitoring noise qualities in buildings using IoT technologies.

Room Acoustics is the field of acoustics that describes how sound behaves in a closed or semi-closed space. Room acoustic design entails creating aural environments to meet the needs and functions of a space. Our lab investigates desirable room acoustic design solutions in open plan offices, classrooms, and music performance spaces.