Remodels 
Modified Rafter and Ceiling Joists for a Remodel Makes a Huge Difference(0)
EVstudio provided Structural Engineering services for a recent remodel in south Denver. This remodel involved modifying the existing rafters and flat ceiling joists to have a new vaulted ceiling. The existing rafters were left in place and reinforced using collar ties. Once the collar ties were in place, the existing flat ceiling joists could then [...]
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Home Renovation in Boulder to Create Master Suite
One of our recent small residential projects was a design for a remodel of a home in Boulder, Colorado. The existing home was in major need of an update to the interior and the owner wanted to combine two of the small bedrooms into a master suite with a larger bedroom, bathroom and walk-in closet.
The [...]
Why Hire an Architect When a Contractor Offers to Design-Build
Design-build is a common delivery method in construction and a popular buzz word in the industry. What it generally means is that you hire a single person or company who both designs your project and builds your project. Design-build can be great and it can be a real mistake. What is important is to know [...]
Check of Existing Roof to Support New Mechanical Load
EVstudio was asked to help a new client determine if the existing structure can support a new heavier mechanical unit load. Within a day of the client’s first contact, we had visited the site, reviewed the loading conditions and provided a letter of recommendations with a detail for additional support as needed.
For many of the [...]
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