Four Products Up For Interior Design's Best of Year Awards

Modern interior featuring a wooden accent wall and acoustic slat ceiling frame. White staircase with minimalist railings leads to an elevated platform. Large windows in the background offer a view of the cityscape's distant ridge. Floor is polished, with decorative round lights near the stairs.

Curved acoustic felt ceiling clouds in shades of beige, maroon, dark navy, and green are suspended from a white ceiling. Large windows below the panels allow in natural light, with trees visible outside. The panels create a modern, geometric ceiling design.

A top-down view of a modern office meeting area with a white table, equipped with a computer and documents, surrounded by stylish orange chairs and colorful sound-absorbing panels hanging from the ceiling.

Acoufelt is proud to announce that four of their industry-leading acoustic solutions are submitted for the Interior Design Best of Year Awards, a prestigious recognition of innovation and excellence in the design community, in the Acoustical Applications category. These submissions highlight Acoufelt’s commitment to designing products that not only enhance spaces visually but also contribute to creating quieter environments.

“It’s incredibly rewarding to see our products recognized at such a high level,” says Jiwon Han, Acoufelt’s Director of Product Design. “These submissions affirm the work we’ve done to offer designers products that are as beautiful as they are practical in addressing the sound challenges of modern spaces.”

Here’s a look at the submitted products:

Modern indoor atrium, featuring a large skylight that allows natural light in. The ceiling boasts a woodgrain acoustic felt frame, and there's a small garden with lush greenery in the center. Spaces with glass fronts and stylish displays line the sleek white-tiled floor.

#1

SoftenUp Ceiling Frames

MODULAR DESIGN WITH ACOUSTIC BENEFITS

Acoufelt’s SoftenUp Ceiling Frames bring warmth, acoustic control, and design versatility to any space. With four slat profile options and the ability to mix solid Premier colors and WoodGrain finishes, SoftenUp allows designers to create visually striking ceiling landscapes while reducing noise. Its snap-in installation system integrates effortlessly into standard ceiling grids, offering a simple yet impactful way to elevate both aesthetics and acoustics.

Why SoftenUp Ceiling Frames stands out:

Four distinct slat profiles inspired by natural landscapes
Mix-and-match color combinations for unique designs
Quick, tool-free installation in standard ceiling grids
Made from 60% recycled PET fibers

Vote for SoftenUp Ceiling Frames

A bright, modern office space with large windows, light-colored floors, and white walls. Colorful curved acoustic felt clouds hang from the ceiling. The room features teal chairs, a wooden coffee table, bookshelves, an indoor plant, and a set of poufs and a table.

#2

Crest Ceiling Clouds

SCULPTURAL ELEGANCE MEETS ACOUSTIC MASTERY

The Crest Ceiling Clouds are a statement piece in any space. Designed to evoke the fluid motion of ocean waves, Crest not only captivates the eye but also excels at absorbing sound in acoustically challenging environments. Like SoftenUp, Crest also features color options from Acoufelt’s Premier and WoodGrain Collections and size options, giving designers the freedom to craft bold visual experiences without sacrificing function.

Why Crest stands out:

Elegant, flowing design inspired by nature
Acoustic efficiency in open spaces
Customizable sizes and finishes to suit any aesthetic
Made from 60% recycled PET fibers

Vote for Crest Ceiling Clouds

An elegant living room with a wooden ceiling grid, featuring a central fireplace, plush green sofas, and a large flat-screen TV. Soft lighting and sophisticated decor enhance the quiet ambiance.

No. 3

Waffle Ceiling Grids

A NEW APPROACH TO CEILING DESIGN

The Waffle Ceiling Grids offer designers a modern, textural approach to ceilings without the need for costly overhauls. With dimensions and depths that can be tailored to specific design needs, Waffle Grids adds a touch of sophistication and functionality to any room.

Why Waffle stands out:

Customizable grids that modernize without replacing existing ceilings
Available in 44 Premier solid colors and 30 WoodGrain prints
Engineered for easy installation, saving time and money
Made from 60% recycled PET fibers

Vote for Waffle Ceiling Grids

Modern and spacious living room with eclectic hanging ceiling clouds, large windows, and a cozy seating area featuring pendant-shaped ceiling clouds.

#4

Pendant Ceiling Cloud

TRANSFORMING SOUND ABSORPTION INTO ART

The Pendant Ceiling Cloud reimagines sound absorption as an artistic centerpiece. With its striking prism shape and lightweight design, Pendant offers designers the ability to create dynamic installations in large spaces. Available in 44 solid colors from the Premier Collection, designers can mix colors, sizes, and heights to craft visually stunning sculptures suspended in mid-air, all while delivering top-notch acoustic performance.

Why Pendant stands out:

22.5-degree angled prisms create movement, like a windchime
Versatile size options ensure the perfect fit for any space
Lightweight and easy to install
Made from 60% recycled PET fibers, contributing to sustainable design goals

Vote for Pendant Ceiling Cloud

Vote for your favorite.

These submissions highlight Acoufelt’s dedication to merging design, sustainability, and acoustics. The public can vote for their favorite Acoufelt products October 7 through October 18, once per category every 24 hours.

Get in touch with an Acoufelt representative for more information, to request samples, or to integrate any of these products into your next project.