Floating Ceiling Systems- A Growing Practice In Office Design

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Floating ceiling systems are also addressed as drop ceiling panels or suspended ceiling panels. No matter which term you use, a floating ceiling is a growing practice in office design due to its various advantages.
Advantages of Floating ceiling systems
Acoustic performance
Not all floating walls are meant for acoustic control. Nonetheless, by their very nature of reducing the ceiling, they can enhance the room’s acoustics.
In spaces that require more intentional rooftop noise control, a product can be added to enhance acoustic performance. Available in a wide range of colors, an acoustic product can also improve in the aesthetics of the room and play an integral part in the design.
Aesthetics
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... The actual drop ceilings were created by dropping fiber panels into a metal grid that hung a few feet lower than the structural ceiling. This design was functional and easy to install, which explains its huge popularity.
Contemporary pre assembled acoustic enclosure, nonetheless, can offer more aesthetic options. From replicating the wooden look to boasting perforated metal, there is a style for every design. Improving the aesthetic of a room has never been simpler.
Diversity
Floating ceiling systems can be personalized, making them a diverse design aspect that can designate specific spaces, direct the traffic flow, improve acoustic performance, add lighting and much more. Some floating ceiling panels can also be installed on the wall to keep the design continuous.
Access to structural components
Conveniently removable panels and open designs enable for simple access to structural components in the ceiling. Plumbing, wiring and ductwork can be accessed rapidly, lessening disruption from repairs or maintenance.
Control noise while improving design
The micro perforated design creates a complex directional patterning across the tiles. These floating walls are installed using standard torsion spring grid systems that make installation convenient as you cover the ceiling.
Blend and match colors, textures and designs
All the floating ceiling panels of O’Neill Engineered Systems enable for personalization.
Personalized layout and install      
These panels can be configured to span uninterrupted across a big space, or it can be applied in a dynamic ceiling cloud formations to create visual depth and impact through its seamless diffused micro-perforations. Creating the feeling of feathered clouds, they add a sense of serenity all over the design.
Incorporate In line lighting
Floating ceiling panels add an electrifying energy to a room with their contemporary geometric design. Incorporating the in line lighting option adds illumination all across the room and creates a sense of fast paced motion.
Contemporary minimalism
These floating ceiling tiles can be a unique feature in a minimal mono chromatic design or add a contemporary aspect when blended with rustic features such as barn wooden wall. The diverse facing it enables it to be paired seamlessly with high performance acoustic backing or integrated backlighting.