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The latest developments in the world of ceilings

Here we inform you regularly about product innovations and events as well as trends and know-how from the fields of planning, acoustics and much more.

Press | 8. July 2025
Acoustic comfort in industrial design
Social meeting place Union Street The Hague Right next to The Hague Hollands Spoor railway station, office buildings have been converted into a modern working environment based on a design by Heyligers Architects. The ground floor now houses a social meeting place: a cozy space with a café, reception, and meeting room. RAW concrete from...
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Press | 7. October 2024
More Freedom in Ceiling Design
Limitless Design Freedom More freedom, creativity, and possibilities in ceiling design. The new Selecta flex canopies and FreeStyle flex baffles from OWA create boundless freedom thanks to customizable shapes and sizes. These Class A sound absorbers can be made in virtually any shape, up to a size of 2400 x 1200 mm, according to your...
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Press | 22. July 2024
Extension of the management
On July 1, 2024, Mr. Sascha Maciejewski took up his position as Managing Director for the Finance / Controlling / Administration divisions. The business of Odenwald Faserplattenwerk GmbH will thus be jointly managed by Mr. Theobald and Mr. Maciejewski. Sascha Maciejewski, Managing Director Finance / Controlling / Administration "I am very pleased to be able...
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Press | 2. April 2024
McDonald’s Worldwide Convention celebrates its premiere in Barcelona
Discover OWA solutions for different types of restaurants from April 8 to 11 At the beginning of April, the Spanish metropolis of Barcelona will host the major event "McDonald's Worldwide Convention". Franchisees, McDonald's employees and accredited suppliers from all national markets are expected to attend this event, which is being held in Europe for the...
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Press | 26. November 2020
OWA hygienic ceilings don’t give viruses a chance
Modern construction philosophies have changed the way we look at building materials. Interior building finishes, particularly in the healthcare sector, have expanded well beyond simply fulfilling technical conditions. The planning, construction and operation of healthcare facilities has become a very detailed, complex process in recent years. The various functions of operating suites, patient rooms, corridors...
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Press | 23. July 2020
Now available in the UK – premium metal ceilings designed by OWA
The international suspended ceilings manufacturer OWA is pleased to inform you about a significantly increased focus upon metal ceiling systems in the British market. This follows specific investments in the further development of products, production processes and services to meet the requirements of UK specifiers and clients. After decades of international experience in the supply...
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Press | 29. April 2020
Sinfonia – one surface for every acoustic desire
OWA’s premium fleece-laminated mineral ceiling range Sinfonia features six different acoustic variations to enable precise acoustic design coupled with a uniform surface appearance. Depending on the requirements and local conditions, the acoustics can therefore be subtly adapted without any perceptible differences in appearance. Just about any acoustic requirement can be fulfilled, ranging from outstanding sound...
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Press | 28. April 2020
Evidence of good taste
Multi award-winning acoustic ceiling for company restaurant of Beckhoff Automation GmbH & Co. KG by star designer Hadi Teherani The product "Corpus", designed by star designer and architect Hadi Teherani for OWA, is evidence that ceiling canopies can be decisive style elements for successful interior design. There is good reason why the cubic acoustic elements...
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Press | 26. April 2020
OWA Humancare – protected from the very top
Hygienic ceilings reduce the growth of pathogens and reduce stress in the health care sector. Our health is our greatest asset - we are more aware of this today than ever. Care and treatment of sick people require top performance every day. Especially in the health and care sector, hygiene measurements preventing the spread of...
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Press | 6. April 2020
Health – our most precious asset
Studies show the importance of interior design within the health sector When discussing health, two topics are currently the focus of attention:  how to reduce the spread of the corona virus and the targeted treatment and cure of sick people. It is the social responsibility of our society and we are well aware that it...
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