In Colorado Springs, this intimate space at the Pikes Peak Hospice & Palliative Care Center was designed by RTA Architects to feel open, light-filled, and calming—featuring clean lines, soft finishes, and a large window connection that brings in natural light.
Soft Leaf Cloud – CLD-FCT-017
To support that atmosphere, the team introduced Soft Leaf Clouds (CLD-FCT-017) as a focused acoustic solution within this small area. Rather than overbuilding the ceiling, these suspended PET felt elements are strategically placed to absorb sound at the ceiling plane, reducing echo and improving speech clarity in a space where quiet conversation matters.
The leaf-inspired shapes add a subtle sense of movement overhead, reinforcing a connection to nature while enhancing acoustic performance through increased surface area.
University of Massachusetts Lowell – O’Leary Library
Pulled directly from nature, the form introduces a softer, more familiar overhead element—breaking away from rigid, geometric panels. That subtle biophilic cue helps the space feel more calm, grounded, and comfortable, which is especially important in a hospice setting where atmosphere matters just as much as performance. This same approach has also been successfully applied in academic environments like the UMass O’Leary Library, where balancing acoustics with a welcoming, nature-influenced aesthetic is equally critical.
A minimal intervention that aligns with the architecture—keeping the space visually light, acoustically controlled, and experientially comfortable.
Explore Soft Leaf Clouds, design your next custom ceiling feature, or connect with a CSI Creative rep today—because better acoustics should never be an afterthought.
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