What even is Acoustic Design?
What do you get when you cross an Audiologist & an Interior Designer?
Me. You get me. I’m Dr. Rebeca Witter - an audiologist turned acoustic design consultant and the founder of Acoustic Designs by Rebecca.
Over the last 15+ years of working in audiology, I’ve had hundreds of patients tell me the same thing:
“I can hear fine in quiet…but when I go out to dinner, I can’t understand a word anyone’s saying.”
or:
“My house echoes so much it feels like I’m living inside a cave.”
or my personal favorite:
“My spin class is great, but I leave with my ears ringing.”
And here’s what I realized:
It’s not always a hearing problem—it’s an acoustic problem.
The Rise of Beautiful (but Loud) Spaces
Design trends over the past two decades have leaned hard into minimalism: high ceilings, bare floors, open layouts, giant windows, metal, glass, concrete. All of it looks stunning—but it comes at a cost. These materials and layouts are super reflective, meaning they bounce sound all over the place.
So while you may have a Pinterest-worthy space, you might also be dealing with:
Conversations that feel like shouting matches 🗣️
Persistent echo and reverberation 📢
Mental exhaustion from trying to focus 🤯
And in some cases, actual long-term hearing damage 👂🏽
That’s Where I Come In
I combine my background in audiology (I know how the ear and brain process sound) with my passion for interior design to help you fix the noise without compromising style.
I help people make their spaces sound as good as they look.
Whether it’s a loud family room with vaulted ceilings, a buzzing café that wants a more comfortable dining experience, a fitness studio trying to find the balance between energy and safe listening levels, or a work-from-home office that needs fewer distractions—I’m here to help.
What Does the Process Look Like?
Great question! My process is thoughtful, collaborative, and customized for each client. But in a nutshell, here’s how it works:
We Talk – I get to know you, your space, your challenges, and your goals.
We Listen – I assess your space’s acoustic needs and take into account its design, function, and materials.
We Plan – I provide a clear, 3D visual roadmap of design options: sound panels, slat walls, bass traps—you name it.
We Transform – Together, we implement solutions that are effective, aesthetic, and perfectly matched to your environment.
And don’t worry—if the words bass trap and reverberation time make your eyes glaze over, I break everything down in plain English. No Doctoral degree required.
So… Do You Need an Acoustic Design Consultant?
If your space sounds like an echo chamber, if your business thrives on conversation, or if you’re just tired of noise getting in the way of connection and comfort—then yes, you probably do.
And lucky for you, you’ve already found one.
Let’s chat.
Let’s listen.
Let’s make your space sound amazing.
Contact me directly to learn more or reach out with your questions. I’d love to help you elevate your space.
