International Investment Office

Custom Acoustic Partitions Balancing Privacy & Design 

Corporate offices in the financial sector face constant pressure to deliver environments that support focused work, client confidentiality, and creative collaboration. A recent office refurbishment project for an international investment firm in Central, Hong Kong, illustrates how targeted acoustic solutions can achieve these design goals. Working in partnership with Brewin Design Office, JEB Group delivered customized acoustic partitions that enhance the workspace while preserving abundant natural light and reinforcing a sophisticated aesthetic. 

The Challenge: Acoustic Control in Open Offices 

Financial offices in dense urban locations like Central, Hong Kong, often feature open-plan layouts that promote transparency and teamwork but introduces significant acoustic challenges. Sound travels easily across trading floors, meeting areas, and workstations, which potentially compromises the privacy required for sensitive discussions. At the same time, one of the nonnegotiable factors of the redesign was maximizing the use of natural light to increase warmth and creativity within the office. Finding the right balance between acoustic control and flooding daylight is critical, as excessive solid partitioning can make spaces feel enclosed and diminish the inspiring atmosphere that professionals value. 

Key challenges: 

• Controlling sound transmission in open-plan areas without blocking valuable natural light. 

• Creating private areas for confidential meetings while maintaining visual openness. 

• Delivering custom finishes that complement the overall design intent and brand positioning. 

• Ensuring solutions are practical for a high-end Hong Kong commercial environment. 

The Solution: Integrated Bespoke Acoustic Solutions 

JEB Group worked closely with Brewin Design Office to analyze the firm’s spatial needs, acoustic requirements, and aesthetic vision. Through a systems-thinking approach, JEB implemented tailored commercial office fit-out solutions that integrated seamlessly with the architectural concept. The team designed and installed Curve Acoustic Glass Partitions with a customized beige and woodgrain finish to complement confidential areas. The double-glazed office partitions added a sophisticated touch while delivering effective acoustic control, resulting in an elegant yet comfortable workspace flooded with natural light. 

Project highlights: 

• Bespoke Curve Acoustic Glass Partitions featuring a custom beige and woodgrain finish that enhances the design palette. 

• Strategic placement of acoustic partitions to define private zones while preserving sightlines and daylight. 

• Integration of STC-rated glass partitions that support workplace acoustic design without compromising openness. 

• A cohesive solution that complements the overall interior architecture and elevates employees experience. 

Architectural Specification & Acoustic Performance 

Every component specified for this workplace serves a deliberate purpose; delivering high-quality soundproofing without sacrificing the visual creativity of the open floor plan. 

Long-Term Durability & Aesthetics 

This Hong Kong project highlights the value of balancing acoustic performance, aesthetics, and practicality in commercial office fit-out solutions. Customized acoustic partitions allow companies to achieve sound control while celebrating natural light and design intent, creating workspaces that support both performance and inspiration. 

JEB Group delivers these integrated outcomes for clients across Asia, the UK, Europe, and North America, combining technical expertise in workplace acoustic design with global delivery capabilities. 

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