Structural Design Services
Complete structural design and construction documents for new construction, additions, and renovations — Kentucky and surrounding states
Professional Structural Design
AO Engineers, LLC provides structural design services for new construction, building additions, and renovation projects for residential and commercial clients throughout Kentucky and surrounding states. Our structural designs are prepared by licensed professional engineers in compliance with applicable building codes and standards, and are suitable for building permit applications, contractor bidding, and construction.
Structural Design Services
New Construction Structural Design
For new building projects, AO Engineers provides complete structural design services from initial concept through construction document preparation. We work collaboratively with architects, owners, and contractors to develop structural systems that meet project requirements for function, constructability, and budget. Our new construction structural design services include structural system selection, member sizing, connection design, and foundation design coordination.
Building Additions and Renovations
Structural design for additions and renovations requires careful integration of new structural work with the existing building. AO Engineers evaluates existing structural conditions, designs new structural elements, and details the connections between new and existing construction. We also evaluate the capacity of existing structural members to support new loads imposed by additions or renovations.
Load-Bearing Wall Removal
Removing a load-bearing wall is one of the most common structural modifications in residential and commercial renovation projects. AO Engineers evaluates the structural implications of proposed wall removals, designs replacement beam and column systems, and prepares stamped structural drawings suitable for building permit applications.
Deck and Porch Structural Design
Residential decks and porches require proper structural design to ensure safety and code compliance. AO Engineers designs deck framing systems, post and beam connections, ledger connections to the existing structure, and foundation elements for residential deck and porch projects.
Structural Specifications
In addition to structural drawings, AO Engineers prepares structural specifications that establish material requirements, fabrication standards, installation requirements, and quality control procedures for structural construction work. Structural specifications are an essential component of complete construction documents for commercial projects.
Construction Documents We Prepare
- Foundation plans and details
- Framing plans for floors, walls, and roofs
- Structural sections and details
- Connection details
- Structural notes and specifications
- Engineer of record stamp and signature
Building Codes and Standards
Our structural designs comply with applicable codes including the IBC, IRC, ASCE 7, ACI 318, AISC 360, NDS, and applicable Kentucky and local amendments.