Art Stalker

About the Project
ART Stalker is a venue for art, music and culture in Berlin-Charlottenburg. On around 180 square metres, it hosts art exhibitions, live concerts and events in the bar area. The venue has space for up to 120 people.

Initial Situation
After the COVID-19 lockdowns, there were increasing complaints about noise from a new resident in the neighborhood. The person was not willing to enter into a dialogue. As a result, a preferential right to rent the apartment directly above the venue was agreed with the property management.
Even before the soundproofing measures, the windows and the stage area had been insulated. There were also restrictions on loud music and live music. There were no official requirements, and the relationship with the police was open and cooperative.

Measures

1. Sound Absorbers in the Event and Bar Areas
A total of 18 ceiling absorbers from t.akustik were installed in the event and bar areas. Additional Basotect absorbers were installed in the toilets.

2. Bass Trap in the Stage Area
An open service shaft in the stage area was filled with mineral wool, which now serves as a bass trap.

3. Soundproofing of the Emergency Exit Door
The emergency exit door leading to the courtyard was additionally soundproofed.

4. E-Drum Set for Live Music
An E-drum set from GEWA was purchased for live performances. This makes it possible to better control the volume during live events.

5. Additional Soundproofing of the Windows
The windows in the event area facing the courtyard were additionally insulated with secondary wall linings and acoustic panels.

Result
The measures significantly reduced reverberation in the bar and event areas. Music and live music can now be played at a significantly lower volume. The E-drum set also makes it possible to better control the overall volume during live performances.
The neighborhood gave positive feedback on the reduced volume and confirmed that music events no longer cause any significant disturbance in the courtyard. All planned measures were implemented and led to a significant reduction in sound emissions both inside the venue and in the courtyard.