Artisan Ceiling Systems & Acoustical Specialties

06/12/2026

As part of an initiative to brighten up Des Moines skywalks, we hung acoustical felt "butterflies."

https://who13.com/news/metro-news/new-art-installations-brighten-2-downtown-des-moines-skywalks/

04/23/2026

Our next featured felt project: Westside Library in Cedar Rapids. We installed this billowy acoustical felt on accent walls throughout the building. It's a beautiful and unique product that actually looks a little like giant books on a bookshelf.
Product: Aro Plank by Filzfelt
Architect/Design: OPN Architects
General Contractor: Garling Construction

03/30/2026

Second in our series on Acoustical Felt.
This custom pattern of felt “sticks” creates a bold raceway of school colors, rising through the two-story staircase at McAllister Hall at North Iowa Area Community College.
Beyond the visual impact, this single finish dramatically softens the harsh acoustics—bringing both energy and balance to the space.

03/27/2026

Kicking off a series of recent projects featuring acoustical felt. Felt is the MVP of many jobs thanks to its versatility and range of vibrant colors. We’ve spent years refining the installation process, and it shows in the finished product.

Featured here: a standout installation at the UNI Teach Studio.

03/16/2026

Last fall, Artisan installed all of the acoustical ceilings, wood walls, and wood ceilings for the suite renovations at the UNI Dome. The results were stunning!

05/06/2025

Artisan fabricated hundreds of custom acoustical panels in house, many with a built in light pocket, for Jesup High School's new auditorium. Another beautiful project partnering with Larson Construction. Stunning design by OPN Architects.

04/17/2025

Congratulations to Sent Church on their beautiful new building! Artisan installed the the ceilings and acoustical wall panels.

01/31/2025

Here's a case studio on our work at HCC. It includes some pretty cool pictures of the wood wall, wood ceilings, and felt walls we competed there.

Benjamin Banneker High School is a testament to thoughtful design that harmonizes educational needs with architectural brilliance.

01/27/2025

FRP wall panels don't have to look like they used to--check out these products from Marlite. They're cost effective and install quickly! Call us for an estimate or samples.

01/03/2025