REINFORCING EXISTING ROOF FRAMING AND TRUSSES – WHY AND HOW
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 »
Category: Structural Engineering
SUCCESSFULLY SALVAGING OLD FOUNDATIONS
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 »
Utilizing Steel Frames in Modern Residential Architecture
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 »
Elevated Garage Concrete Floor System Options
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 »
THE BEST WAYS TO UPGRADE OLD WOOD SHEAR WALLS
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 »
LESSONS LEARNED DESIGNING METAL BUILDING FOUNDATIONS
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 »
3D Revit Structural Modeling for Enhanced Constructability
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 »
Wood Shear Walls with Continuous Insulation
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 »
Gable End Moment Frames
We’ve encountered many wood-framed buildings, particularly high-end New England residences with supreme views, that require special consideration of framing their gable-shaped end walls. We often utilize steel moment/portal frames to… Read More »
WOOD FLOOR FRAMING ON FOUNDATIONS
Traditional details for attaching wood floor framing to foundation walls are proven and well-accepted. We’ve encountered many situations that require custom and creative approaches that are also practical and buildable.… Read More »