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Threshold is headquartered in Chicago, with senior team members strategically scattered across Atlanta, Cincinnati, Houston, Kansas City, Los Angeles, and Raleigh. We bring local insights from coast to coast and everywhere in between.

Threshold Acoustics, LLC
The Board of Trade Building
141 West Jackson Boulevard
Suite 2080
Chicago, Illinois 60604

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For Business Opportunities and New Projects please contact Oona O'Leary at ooleary@threshold.llc

We do not have any full-time positions right now, but we're always building our roster of humans we'd love to collaborate with when the stars align. Contact Human Resources at hr@threshold.llc

For all other inquiries, please write to info@threshold.llc

FAQs

What services do you offer?

Who recommends Threshold Acoustics & AV?

Threshold provides integrated consulting for acoustics and audiovisual system design. Our services include room acoustics, sound isolation, environmental acoustics, AV systems design, accessible design, and noise control. Our team works from master planning, programming and concept through construction. We also offer an immersive sound studio experience or “auralization” to support decision making as a group.

Where does Threshold Acoustics & AV work?

Our work extends across the United States and internationally. Based in Chicago, we collaborate with architects, engineers, and clients nationwide—both in person and virtually—to serve performing arts venues, educational institutions, and civic or cultural projects of all scales.

What makes you different?

We combine a thoughtful, human-centered approach with clear communication and reliable results. It’s not just what we do—it’s how we do it that sets us apart.

How can I contact you?

You can reach us anytime via our contact page or email. We aim to respond quickly—usually within one business day.

Why do I need an Acoustics or AV consultant on my project?

Threshold believes that Acoustics and AV design directly shape how people experience a space. Our consultants support master plans, building renovations, and new construction projects so that every listener, performer, or presenter can connect clearly—free from distraction or technical barriers.

What project types does Threshold Acoustics & AV deliver?

We specialize in spaces designed for listening, learning, and community gathering—such as performing arts centers, music schools, theaters, houses of worship, museums, civic buildings, large assembly, classrooms, wellness and healthcare environments, residential projects, recording studios, and corporate office environments. Our team brings technical precision and creative sensitivity to every project type.

Who has hired Threshold Acoustics & AV in the past?

Our clients include architectural firms, cultural institutions, artists, universities and schools, municipalities, and private organizations. We’ve partnered with design teams and owners, including Harvard University, PAC NYC, The Art Institute of Chicago, London Symphony Orchestra, the National Arts Centre of Canada, and numerous faith communities and schools (K-12 and Higher Ed) committed to elevating the experience of sound.

Our reputation is built on trusted relationships. Many of our projects come through repeat clients and word-of-mouth referrals. Don’t take our word for it. Here are testimonials from our clients.

“From my perspective, Threshold were not just acoustical experts, they were vital artistic partners who sought to understand and share our musical aspirations and ambitions.”

—  Alexander Shelley, Music Director, Canada's National Arts Centre

“A theatre that supports fully staged opera will give these extraordinary students crucial performing experience while enriching the cultural life of the university and the city. It is the remaining, essential component for this program to reach the pinnacle of success.”

—  Renee Fleming

“It is a personal pleasure to work with Threshold. Their work ethic, integrity, and commitment to the highest level of results is impressive, and they always have been outstanding partners on our projects.”

—  Joan H. Squires, President, Omaha Performing Arts

“In all instances, we have found the Threshold team to be thorough, accommodating, patient and passionately dedicated to their work and to serving the needs of their client.”

—  Ann C. Ewers, Former President and CEO, Kimmel Center Inc.