In order for architectural design to be effective, one of the most important factors to take into consideration is the acoustics of a room. Since we are such visually oriented creatures, it is easy for us to forget about he importance of sound in our every day lives, and how architectural design can have an important effect on the way that sound travels. Here are some things to think about with regard to the acoustics of a design. If possible, acousticians should be involved in the process from the very beginning. Overlapping sound waves need to be avoided so that certain areas of the sonic spectrum are not dampened out and interfered with. Another one of the most important things to watch out for is sound reflection. It is important to realize that any straight surface will reflect sound