Case Study

Halmstad Arena

Architect: Tengbom
Contractors: Anjobygg
Country: Sweden

Being in a Sound, Comfortable Setting

Halmstad Arena re-opened its doors after having completed a major renovation and expansion of the sports arena. The project, which was the result of close cooperation between contractor, architect and Gyproc.

To create a place with good acoustics for both sporting events and concerts have been the biggest challenge.

 

Acoustic walls installed in arena

Acoustics aspect was particularly challenging with a 16.5 meter high ceilings for an audience capacity of 3,800 people.

Gyptone® acoustic wall is used inside the main hall. This solution offers the best possible sound absorption and sound insulation by combining Gyproc XR system for sound-insulating walls and Gyptone® BIG™ acoustic boards for ceilings.

 

Gyptone BIG boards painted blue