Beach club soundproofing at Malibu Disco

Project Overview

Malibu Disco is the first open-air beach club in Bulgaria with a direct sea view. Located right on the coastline, the club’s music and events attract many guests during the summer season. However, the loud sound from the open space began to disturb the nearby first-line hotels, leading to complaints from guests and surrounding property owners.

To solve the problem, the management of Malibu Disco contacted DECIBEL. The goal was to apply sound insulation that would allow the club to continue operating while no longer disturbing the area around it.

Sound Insulation for Open-Air Nightclub

Entertainment venues often face challenges when located near hotels or residential areas. Even moderate levels of music can become disruptive when carried by the wind and open air. In this case, the goal was to allow the club to continue offering loud music while fully controlling the noise emissions toward the nearby hotels.

The client wanted a solution that would not interrupt business operations and would protect the comfort of surrounding guests and workers.

Challenge

The project involved designing a system that could reduce open-air noise from an active beach club. Because the venue is not fully enclosed, standard indoor acoustic methods could not be used. The solution had to work in outdoor conditions, withstand weather exposure, and reduce sound leakage across open zones. In addition, the club needed to remain open during much of the construction period.

Scope of Work

• Site analysis and acoustic simulations for noise control planning
• Engineering of a custom sound insulation structure
• Installation of a combination of VISTO 48 panels and FOMEX pyramid absorbers
• Construction of a special sound-insulating wall with a total thickness of 1.5 meters
• Final acoustic measurements by a DECIBEL technician to confirm results

Solution

DECIBEL created a full acoustic simulation model to understand how sound was traveling from the disco to nearby buildings. Based on the results, we engineered a sound insulation barrier built from two main products: VISTO 48, a multi-layer elastic insulation panel, and FOMEX, a pyramid-shaped absorber used to control high-frequency reflections.

These materials were mounted onto a dedicated supporting structure that allowed us to build walls with a total thickness of 1.5 meters. This approach ensured strong noise reduction, even in the open environment of a beachside location.

The installation took place over several months, with careful planning to allow the venue to operate during most of the work.

Result

The project was completed in approximately 7 months, from design to final testing. After installation, a DECIBEL technician performed sound level measurements. The total noise reduction achieved was 60 dB, exceeding the project goals.

After the acoustic treatment, it became impossible to hear any music from behind the restaurant, even though loud music was playing inside. The final performance not only met but exceeded expectations, and the client provided very positive feedback.

Preventing Noise Complaints With Acoustic Planning

Many entertainment venues look for help with sound insulation only after receiving complaints. However, late interventions often require larger investments. This project shows the value of planning acoustic treatment early and consulting with experienced professionals.

DECIBEL continues to help clubs, restaurants, and open-air venues maintain good relationships with neighbours while continuing to operate successfully.

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