Business Details
Expert Structural Engineering Solutions in Philadelphia
Bevan Lawson, P.E. and our team specialize in structural engineering solutions tailored to diverse architectural needs. With expertise in structural steel, light gauge steel framing, timber framing, masonry, and reinforced concrete systems, we deliver innovative designs for both new construction and renovation projects. Our portfolio spans small commercial and residential upgrades to large-scale hospital additions and mixed-use high-rise buildings. We prioritize maintaining existing structural integrity while implementing modern engineering techniques. Our clientele includes individual property owners, commercial groups, contractors, and architects seeking reliable, code-compliant solutions.We have successfully executed complex projects like column-free roof structures and faade preservation during mid-rise construction. Our Philadelphia-based firm combines technical precision with practical problem-solving to meet evolving industry standards. We emphasize collaboration with stakeholders to ensure project goals align with structural feasibility. Our experience with prestressed concrete and transfer-level systems demonstrates our capability to handle technically challenging assignments. We remain committed to advancing structural engineering excellence through continuous learning and application of cutting-edge methodologies.
Services
Structural Engineering
Reinforced Concrete Design
Steel Framing Systems
Building Renovations
High-Rise Construction
Residential Conversions
Masonry Structures
Faade Preservation
Transfer-Level Systems
Prestressed Concrete
Highlights and features
- We offer expertise in structural steel, concrete, and timber systems
- Our experience spans from small renovations to high-rise buildings
- We serve diverse clients including property owners and contractors
- Our team handles complex projects like hospital additions and conversions
- We maintain existing structures while implementing modern solutions
Services
Structural Engineering
Our structural engineering services encompass comprehensive analysis and design of building systems using reinforced concrete, steel, and timber materials. We provide solutions for both new construction and renovation projects, ensuring compliance with current building codes and safety standards. Our engineers collaborate closely with architects and contractors to develop efficient structural systems that support architectural vision while maintaining integrity.
Building Renovations
We specialize in assessing and upgrading existing structures for modern use requirements. Our renovation services include structural evaluations, reinforcement solutions, and adaptive reuse strategies for commercial and residential buildings. We implement techniques to preserve historical elements while enhancing structural performance, as demonstrated in our faade preservation projects during new construction phases.
High-Rise Construction
Our high-rise construction expertise involves designing reinforced concrete framed systems for mixed-use and residential towers. We address complex challenges related to vertical load distribution, wind resistance, and seismic considerations. Our experience includes transfer-level systems that enable column-free spaces while maintaining structural stability in multi-story developments across urban environments.
Residential Conversions
We transform existing commercial and industrial structures into modern residential spaces through strategic structural modifications. Our conversion projects maintain original building frameworks while implementing necessary reinforcements for residential safety standards. This includes adapting manufacturing plants and office buildings into multi-family housing units with optimized spatial configurations.
Prestressed Concrete
Our prestressed concrete solutions deliver enhanced structural performance for commercial and institutional buildings. We design systems that reduce material usage while maintaining strength, ideal for long-span applications in parking structures and multi-story developments. Our expertise ensures optimal load distribution and durability in both new construction and retrofitting scenarios.
People
Bevan Lawson
Professional Engineer
Bevan Lawson, P.E. leads structural engineering projects with expertise in steel, concrete, and timber systems. With experience spanning hospital additions to high-rise conversions, he specializes in balancing structural integrity with architectural vision. His work includes complex faade preservation and transfer-level systems.
Questions
What structural materials does Bevan Lawson, P.E. work with?
We work with reinforced concrete, structural steel, light gauge steel framing, timber framing, and masonry systems for both new construction and renovation projects.
What building types do you specialize in?
Our expertise includes commercial and residential buildings, high-rise structures, hospital additions, and adaptive reuse projects like converting office buildings to residential towers.
Do you handle complex structural challenges?
Yes, we specialize in technically challenging projects including column-free roof structures, façade preservation during new construction, and transfer-level systems in multi-story developments.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Philadelphia, PA and surrounding regions including Hoboken, NJ, East Greenville, PA, and Seaside Heights, NJ for structural engineering projects.
Can you work on historical building renovations?
Yes, our team has experience preserving structural elements while implementing modern engineering solutions for historical buildings and façades during renovation projects.
