- Charles M. Salter, P.E.
- David R. Schwind, FAES
- Eric L. Broadhurst, P.E.
- Robert P. Alvarado
- Anthony P. Nash, P.E.
- Thomas A. Schindler, P.E.
- Kenneth W. Graven, P.E., LEED AP
- Philip N. Sanders, LEED AP
- Jason R. Duty, P.E.
- Cristina L. Miyar
- Durand R. Begault, Ph.D.
David R. Schwind, FAES | Senior Vice President
David has been consulting in acoustics since 1975. He was the first to graduate from Purdue University as an acoustical engineer in Interdisciplinary Engineering comprising the study of Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, and Design. His expertise includes peer review, feasibility studies, facility programming, room acoustics design, sound isolation, and noise reduction and vibration reduction for buildings, equipment, and products.
David specializes in acoustical design for a wide variety of facilities, including theaters, performing arts, mixed-use projects, civic buildings, and broadcast music and film studios. He has led the acoustical design for a wide variety of projects including theaters that have received USITT awards. His current and recent consulting projects include Pixar, Colburn School of Performing Arts, Genentech Research Support Facility, and Letterman Digital Arts Center, among others. Previous projects include the California Theater for the San Jose Opera, Santana Row, Warner Bros. Post-Production Complex, Walt Disney Concert Hall, Berkeley Repertory Theater, and Harris Concert Hall in Aspen. His broadcast facility experience includes Network Centers for Fox and Turner, and numerous local affiliates.
Education
Purdue University, B.S.E. Interdisciplinary Engineering, 1974
Awards
The Audio Engineering Society elected him Fellow for his contributions to architectural acoustics and sound system design.
Purdue University, Outstanding Interdisciplinary Engineer in recognition of leadership, creative endeavors, and professional contributions (2002).
Guest Lecturer
Stanford University
California College of Arts and Crafts
Local Chapters of:
Audio Engineering Society (AES)
American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE)
National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (NARAS)
American Society of Plumbing Engineers (ASPE)
Affiliations
Audio Engineering Society, Fellow
Acoustical Society of America
Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers
United States Institute for Theatre Technology
Institute of Noise Control Engineers, Member
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