To seamlessly blend indoor and outdoor spaces, architects often specify luxurious glazing fixtures. These include large windows, often floor-to-ceiling heights that have little- to no-mullions. Some also being operatable, such… Read More »
Preservative/pressure treated (PT) wood is commonly used when wood is exposed to the elements or in contact with the ground; however, it can also have the unintended consequence of corroding… Read More »
Designing roof framing for new buildings is relatively easy. Most of our architect clients already have a solid vision of the basic materials, methods and layout. Our job is to… Read More »
We’ve observed thousands of buildings with the goal of assessing, reusing, modifying, and improving them. Foundations, we argue, are the most important part of the building’s long-term performance. We’ve creatively… Read More »
Structural steel is key to unlocking the full potential of modern home design. Recently, Team Engineering has had the privilege of providing structural designs for several exceptional homes, showcasing the… Read More »
While elevated residential garages with usable spaces below are popular, constructing high performing and durable structural floor systems is challenging. Our two favorites are prestressed concrete planks and corrugated metal… Read More »
Older New England buildings often lack the lateral force resisting structure to meet modern loading requirements, making them difficult and costly to repurpose when the Code requires improvements. We’ve been… Read More »
Metal Building Systems are understandably popular. We’ve seen them economically meet project requirements for long spans and limiting the number of interior columns. They make great sense in buildings used… Read More »
In today’s fast-paced construction environment, efficiency, precision, and coordination are critical. Structural engineering firms are increasingly adopting 3D structural modeling to streamline processes and deliver high-quality projects within tight deadlines.… Read More »
Continuous insulation code requirements, and its elected use, are ever increasing. Continuous insulation advantages are proven – it significantly reduces thermal bridging, particularly with repetitive framing like roof rafters and… Read More »