Reduce Material and Labor Costs on Your Next Commercial Building
Optimized structural design for commercial buildings, from concept through construction.
I engineer each project for the actual structural demand rather than a default. Avoiding over design lowers material and construction costs. Depending on the project, optimization reduces material quantities by 5% to 25% while maintaining quality and performance.
I work closely with architects and contractors on the full structural system, from foundations and framing to the roof, designing each building for quality and resilience.
Commercial Design Services
I provide structural design for a range of commercial buildings.
New Commercial
New Mixed Use (Office, Retail, Recreational, Industrial)
Historic Preservation & Renovations
Existing Commercial Retrofits
Structural Analysis and Design
I use structural analysis software to model the building’s behavior under seismic, wind, and gravity loads, then perform the calculations to meet performance goals.
I also evaluate existing buildings for changes in use or occupancy, such as converting a warehouse into offices or an office building into apartments. Ask about expansion and renovation planning.
Seismic Design and Evaluation Services
I design new commercial buildings for seismic demand and evaluate existing buildings for seismic retrofit, with the goal of a safe, durable structure.
I design for seismic forces without compromising the architecture. A performance based design can limit damage after an earthquake, while a code based design can lower upfront cost. I explain the risks and benefits of each choice for an informed decision.
What My Clients Say
“I have been a general contractor for over 45 years and have worked with many different structural engineering companies. We use several different firms to meet our demand on structural engineering. We had the good fortune to have met EA Structural Engineering a few years ago and Erin is our main go to now. She is very knowledgeable, her work is well thought out, and she does not just look for the easy way to complete her tasks but the best and most sensible for the project. She is always available for questions and quick solutions if need be.”
Len Stevens | LEN STEVENS CONSTRUCTION INC.
The Process
We’ll follow this step-by-step process to make your commercial structural engineering project a success.
- Send the plans and supporting documents for review.
- I’ll schedule a meeting to discuss the project and confirm a good fit.
- I’ll send a proposal.
- Once the proposal works for both of us, sign the contract and submit the retainer.
- I’ll complete the design and stay in contact through every phase.
- I’ll conduct site visits at key construction stages.
- You deliver a well engineered, cost effective structure to your clients.
Why work with EA Structural Engineering for your commercial design project?
- Extensive custom home experience in Lake Tahoe, Nevada City, and the Bay Area
- A thorough design approach focused on reducing material costs
- A Master of Science from UC Davis, with coursework in life cycle assessment (LCA), structural material optimization, sustainable design, and carbon sequestration strategies
- Member of the American Concrete Institute (ACI) and ACI Committee 332, Residential Concrete
- Current knowledge of industry advances, bringing the latest structural innovations to your project
Collaborative Solutions for Commercial Projects
I work closely with you and your clients to bring your vision to life with structural integrity.
I respond to simple inquiries within 24 hours, and to complex questions as soon as possible. Your schedule matters, and your project receives prompt attention from start to finish.
Start Your Commercial Structural Engineering Project Today
Ready to get started on your next commercial project?