lydbygg
Lydbygg is a term used in Norwegian and other Scandinavian contexts to describe the deliberate construction of soundscapes through architectural-like sonic design. The word combines lyd (sound) and bygg (building), conveying the idea of building sounds as one would build a structure. In practice, lydbygg refers to methods that assemble complex sonic textures by layering field recordings, synthesized material, and effects, and by shaping dynamics, timbre, and spatialization to achieve a cohesive auditory environment.
Practically, lydbygg emphasizes process and listening; practitioners treat sound as modular material to be arranged in
Applications of lydbygg include experimental music, film and game sound design, installation art, and education about