Soundscape perception is shaped by culture, context, and individual experience, yet urbanization and noise challenges demand common approaches to assessment and design. This talk reflects on recent efforts to standardize soundscape methods, from international frameworks to cross-cultural translation projects. While standardized tools offer consistency, they must remain flexible enough to capture diverse ways of hearing and interpreting environments. Emerging metrics that integrate perceptual and contextual dimensions are making soundscape evaluation more inclusive and useful for planners, policymakers, and designers. The presentation will explore how these methods can support healthier, more responsible urban soundscapes.
Dr Francesco Aletta is a leading researcher in the field of urban soundscapes and environmental acoustics, currently based at University College London (UCL), where he is a Lecturer in Acoustics and Building Engineering. His work focuses on understanding how sound environments influence human health, well-being, and behaviour, and he is recognised internationally for his contributions to soundscape research, particularly in developing methods to evaluate and design urban spaces that are not only quieter but also more pleasant and restorative for the people who use them. Dr Aletta collaborates widely with academics, city planners, and policymakers to integrate soundscape principles into urban design, contributing to healthier, more liveable cities. His research has been published extensively in peer-reviewed journals, and he has been involved in major international projects, including work for the World Health Organization and contributions to ISO standards on soundscape evaluation. Passionate about bridging the gap between research and practice, Dr Aletta regularly engages with the public and industry to share insights on how thoughtful acoustic design can improve everyday life.
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