Going green.

Sustainable structural design that sets the standard for environmental protection.

Material choice is something that we as engineers spend a lot of our time calculating and contemplating. The dynamics of material choice and the effect it has on a structure is often times the only legacy we ultimately leave behind. Our team is selective with the projects we take on, and are formulaic in the way in which we design. Over the past few decades, our firm has shifted from general design to green-based approach, collaborating with world-class architects, designers, and landscape architects to create cohesive spaces that bring together various elements such as shape, space, and textural value. All these things create flow and a natural collemety between structure and person.

  • Our approach to sustainable design is inspired by the natural elements surrounding a property, By embracing the existing design styles while enhancing drawbacks, both architectural and structural play a key player in creating structures that have a positive impact.

  • We only use the highest standard materials and incorporate green measures when possible, including the use of recycled and reclaimed timber, bamboo, porous concrete, and machinery that utilizes higher efficiency.

  • With over 15 projects earning LEED certifications, our portfolio reflects our dedication to creating projects that lead the way in sustainable construction.

It’s often what you don’t see.

Beneath the layers of complex structural and architectural design lies an innate idea that what we put on this planet is regenerative, and creates a legacy worth celebrating.

Wildfire structural engineering upgrades and repair of winery in Sonoma County

Wildfire Redevelopment.

For the past few years, our community has suffered from massive wildfires. We have been heavily involved in the rebuilding process and we would like to offer our services and experience to the fire victims in your area.

Our services and experience

  • Evaluation of damaged foundation concrete after the structure has burned

  • Interaction among design team members and building jurisdictions for a fire rebuild

  • Innovative construction types including Wafflemat foundations

  • Wildland Urban Interface (WUI) provisions and fire suppression schemes

  • Foundation types and performance consideration in fires

  • Importance of working with a geotechnical engineer who knows the area and various foundation systems

  • Structural framing systems, their relative resistance and cost