When Confidentiality Becomes a Strategic Risk
In the basements of government buildings — and inside secure zones of defence installations worldwide — a quiet battle takes place every day. Not with weapons, but with electromagnetic waves: invisible emissions that can carry sensitive information beyond the walls where it’s created.
Welcome to the world of electromagnetic eavesdropping, data exfiltration, and TEMPEST-related threats.
Welcome to the reason the TACITA ROOM® exists.
Developed through the collaboration of Lootens and WAVE by AGC, the TACITA ROOM® integrates WAVETRAP electromagnetic shielding glass to bring transparent EM protection into modern architecture—without turning workplaces into bunkers.
The Problem Nobody Sees
Imagine a meeting about a confidential defence project. The door is locked. Phones are surrendered. Everyone has clearance. It feels secure.
But inside the room, devices and infrastructure can still emit electromagnetic signals (laptops, projectors, cables, even the wiring in the walls). With the right equipment, those emissions can be intercepted and analysed from outside the room.
This is not science fiction; it’s a known risk category in information security. And for organisations handling state-sensitive information, critical IP, or large volumes of personal data, it’s not theoretical: it’s a vulnerability that needs to be managed.
The Traditional Answer: Bunkers in the Basement
Until now, the solution has often been drastic: build a highly shielded room — sometimes SCIF-like in approach— thick walls, heavy doors, limited daylight. Effective? Yes.
But these spaces are frequently uncomfortable, visually “loud,” expensive to construct, and difficult to retrofit into existing buildings. They can also disrupt operations due to long construction timelines and structural constraints.
There had to be an alternative way.
Enter TACITA ROOM®
A Secure Space Featuring WAVETRAP EM Shielding Glass
The TACITA ROOM® starts with a simple question:
Can we combine electromagnetic shielding with transparency, light, and modern architecture?
By combining laminated shielded glass (WAVETRAP) with a precision-engineered steel frame, the TACITA ROOM® creates a secure environment that can be integrated into modern workplaces.
It can be designed to:
- provide shielding effectiveness above 60 dB across frequencies from 10 MHz to 7 GHz
- maintain high light transmission for a bright, open space
- integrate into modern office layouts with a premium architectural finish
- support installation approaches that can minimize structural impact on the building (project-dependent)
The result: a secure space that feels like a modern room, not a bunker.
How WAVETRAP Electromagnetic Shielding Glass Enables Transparency
Shielding is traditionally associated with opaque materials—because metal is highly effective. But metal doesn’t let light through, and it doesn’t blend easily into contemporary architecture.
The breakthrough lies in transparent shielding layers laminated within the glazing. This enables the glass to remain transparent while contributing to electromagnetic attenuation. The engineered frame then reinforces the overall integrity of the enclosure and helps control leakage points at interfaces and edges.
Utilities matter too. Secure spaces are only as strong as their weak points—ventilation openings, power lines, and data lines. That’s why the room can be configured with shielded components and filtering strategies so signals are controlled not only through the walls, but also through the utilities that enter the space.
Technically, it’s engineered down to the details.
For the user, it simply feels like a bright, functional space where work can happen confidently.
More Than Defence
Applications Across the Board
While the TACITA ROOM® is highly relevant for defence and government environments, demand is growing across sectors where confidentiality is mission-critical:
- financial institutions handling M&A or sensitive negotiations
- technology companies preparing product launches and strategy
- hospitals and research environments handling sensitive data
- law firms where confidentiality is non-negotiable
- executive teams managing high-impact decisions
Where information is valuable—and where leaks carry serious consequences—the TACITA ROOM® is relevant.
Installation Without Drama
A key advantage is the modular approach, which can enable deployment with less disruption than traditional construction-heavy secure rooms.
Configuration is adaptable to project requirements: dimensions, layout, performance targets, and integration constraints. Where compliance or certification needs apply, the project can be aligned to the relevant specifications and validation pathway.
Probably the Safest Room in the Building
This baseline isn’t meant as hype. It reflects a design philosophy: security without compromise on usability. The TACITA ROOM® is built for organisations that need more than privacy, where confidentiality must be engineered, not assumed. It combines protection with professionalism. It doesn’t hide the need for secure work, it enables it, comfortably and convincingly.
Welcome to the Future of secure Spaces
The TACITA ROOM® proves you don’t have to choose between protection and a pleasant work environment. It’s a new way to think about secure spaces: transparent, integrated, and engineered for the realities of modern threat environments.
Want to see it in action ?
Discover the TACITA ROOM® and WAVETRAP electromagnetic shielding glass meet us at BEDEX (Brussels, March).
FAQ — WAVETRAP & TACITA ROOM®
What is WAVETRAP?
WAVETRAP is WAVE by AGC’s electromagnetic shielding glazing solution, designed to attenuate electromagnetic signals while preserving transparency.
What shielding level can TACITA ROOM® achieve?
Depending on configuration, TACITA ROOM® can be designed for shielding effectiveness above 60 dB across 10 MHz to 7 GHz. Curves are made available on request. ( IEEE-299 Standard measure Protocol)
What are TEMPEST-related threats?
They refer to risks linked to electromagnetic emissions from electronic devices and infrastructure that may be intercepted and exploited.
Can TACITA ROOM® be installed in existing buildings?
Yes—its modular approach can support installations that reduce disruption and structural impact (project-dependent). Check TACITA Room Web site
