Premium structural engineering for a 2-story luxury home featuring innovative wood framing design and a stunning architectural steel canopy entrance that enhances curb appeal and property value.
This prestigious Pacific Palisades residential project combined traditional wood framing expertise with modern architectural steel design. The 2,800 square foot luxury home required comprehensive structural engineering for both the main residence and a dramatic custom steel canopy entrance feature.
The project scope included complete structural design for the 2-story wood-framed residence plus engineering of an architecturally striking steel canopy that serves as both a functional entrance cover and a distinctive design element. Our licensed Professional Engineers provided detailed engineering for foundation coordination, wood framing systems, and the custom steel fabrication specifications.
The dual-structure approach required careful integration of different materials and construction methods while maintaining aesthetic cohesion and structural integrity. All work was completed in 2.5 weeks with full code compliance and permit-ready documentation for both the main structure and the steel canopy feature.
Engineered a dramatic custom steel canopy entrance featuring exposed structural elements that create a bold architectural statement while providing weather protection and enhanced curb appeal.
Designed sophisticated wood framing system using engineered lumber and advanced framing techniques to support open floor plans and large window expanses typical of luxury construction.
Carefully engineered the interface between wood framing and steel canopy structure to ensure proper load transfer, weather protection, and aesthetic integration while maintaining structural independence.
Coordinated foundation design for both the main residence and canopy structure, ensuring proper support for different load conditions and construction sequencing.
The Pacific Palisades project required a sophisticated approach to blending traditional residential construction with contemporary architectural elements. The steel canopy was designed as a standalone structure with its own foundation system, allowing for independent movement and simplified construction sequencing.
Our team worked closely with the architect to ensure the steel canopy's exposed structural members became an aesthetic feature rather than just functional elements. Connection details were carefully designed to be both structurally sound and visually appealing, suitable for the high-end residential market.
The wood framing for the main residence incorporated modern engineered lumber products and advanced framing techniques to maximize efficiency while supporting the open, light-filled interior spaces desired by the homeowner.
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