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Acoustic Art: Transforming Walls into Sound-Absorbing Statements

Managing sound in modern workspaces and social environments has grown more sophisticated as users place greater value on focus, productivity, and overall well-being. Acoustic design has evolved far beyond its utilitarian origins. Today, it sits at the intersection of functionality and expression, turning walls and ceilings into immersive, sound-absorbing statements that shape how spaces look, feel – and sound.

Where Design Meets Performance

Contemporary acoustic panels seamlessly fuse aesthetics with engineering. These design-forward treatments offer powerful noise control while also making bold visual statements. Acoustic solutions are no longer meant to fade into the background; instead, they now help define a space’s character and purpose.

Elegant wooden wall panels enhance the aesthetic of a spacious lobby area

Rubik: Bold, Sustainable, Modular

A reception desk set against a green wall with acoustic panels for improved acoustics.

One standout in this new generation of acoustic solutions is Rubik by EzoBord, a modular wall panel system that’s as visually compelling as it is technically advanced. Designed for versatility, Rubik enables designers and architects to build rich, tactile surfaces that deliver acoustic comfort without compromising creativity.

 

Key features include:

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Versatility & Adaptability

Whether in open-plan offices, lobbies, gyms, or auditoriums, Rubik’s modular design supports easy expansion and reconfiguration, adapting to changing spatial needs.

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Striking 3D Aesthetics:

Rubik’s Pyramid, Gable, and Trapezoid tile patterns create dimensional compositions that feel more like sculptural wall art than acoustic treatment.

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Superior Acoustics:

A built-in air gap enhances sound absorption and reduces reverberation, making busy environments feel calmer and more focused.

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Sustainability at Its Core:

Constructed from at least 50% recycled PET, Rubik is fully recyclable. The glue-free Press Fit assembly minimizes waste and allows flat-pack shipping, making it an environmentally thoughtful choice.

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Custom Finishes:

Designers can choose from EzoBord’s extensive color palette or opt for EzoPrint finishes that bring high-resolution graphics to life on the surface. Whiteboard inserts and color combinations allow each installation to be uniquely one-of-a-kind.

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Tool-Free Installation:

Rubik’s precision grid system makes it quick and simple to install, adjust, or reconfigure which is perfect for dynamic, ever-evolving interiors.

Rubik exemplifies how acoustic solutions can be both sustainable and visually impactful, redefining what’s possible in modern interior design.

Other Artistic Acoustic Solutions

A dining room featuring white chairs, green walls, and acoustic solutions for improved sound quality.

Robin Sprong: Where Curated Art Meets Acoustic Innovation

The Robin Sprong Collection offers a unique fusion of high-end visual storytelling and performance acoustics. Renowned for their globally inspired wallcoverings and art prints, Robin Sprong Studio has collaborated with EzoBord to translate curated visual works into acoustic panels that double as gallery-worthy pieces.

Each panel showcases artwork from leading international illustrators, photographers, and pattern designers, printed using EzoPrint technology. The result: luxurious surfaces that not only deliver ambiance but also provide effective sound absorption. Whether you choose bold botanical motifs or abstract geometric patterns, the Robin Sprong collection turns functional walls into conversation-starting focal points.

Perfect for hospitality, corporate, and high-end residential settings, these panels allow designers to introduce rich cultural narratives and vivid color into their acoustic planning.

Canvas: Acoustic Art Without Compromise

Canvas by EzoBord reimagines sound absorption as a fully customizable design experience. This unique system turns acoustic panels into high-resolution printed artwork, enabling designers to feature branded graphics, photography, illustrations, or custom patterns that align with a space’s identity.

Whether you’re looking to showcase corporate branding in a lobby, create a serene ambiance in a wellness space, or energize an open office with dynamic visuals, Canvas allows you to do so without sacrificing acoustic performance. Made from EzoBord’s high-performing PET material, each panel delivers effective sound control while functioning as a gallery-quality installation. With virtually no limits on visual creativity, Canvas proves that silence can be both seen and felt.

 In a blue room, two large acoustic art paintings are displayed above a table, adding visual interest to the setting.
A contemporary bedroom with a bed, a lamp, and decorative acoustic art, enhancing the room's aesthetic appeal.

The New Role of Acoustic Art

Acoustic design has taken center stage, not just as a technical requirement but as a key part of a space’s identity. Today’s acoustic products are customizable, sustainable, and central to the overall experience of a room. With options like Rubik, Robin Sprong, and Canvas, designers are no longer choosing between beauty and function. They’re choosing both.

Acoustic design has moved beyond noise control; it’s now about emotional resonance. From sculptural wall panels to custom-printed installations, these solutions are shaping spaces that feel better, sound clearer, and speak louder visually.

Doug Barlett

CEO, EzoBord

As acoustics become an integral part of architectural storytelling, solutions like these are leading the way and turning ordinary surfaces into extraordinary expressions of sound, style, and sustainability.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the modular design of Rubik enhance its aesthetic appeal?

The modular tiles allow for creative layouts and patterns that can be expanded or rearranged, creating a dynamic, artful visual rhythm on any wall.

What makes the Press Fit assembly in Rubik sustainable?

This tool-free, glue-free system reduces material waste, supports flat-pack shipping, and enables easy disassembly for reuse or recycling.

Can you explain the benefits of using 100% recyclable PET material in Rubik?

Using recycled PET diverts waste from landfills and makes the panels fully recyclable, contributing to circular design practices.

How does the air gap in Rubik contribute to its sound-absorbing performance?

The air gap enhances the panel’s ability to trap and dissipate sound waves, increasing overall acoustic performance.

What are the unique features of the EzoBord and EzoPrint finishes in Rubik?

EzoBord offers a rich color palette in a soft, felt-like finish, while EzoPrint enables high-resolution graphics for custom branding or artistic expression.