Downtown Manhattan’s iconic 1913 Woolworth building has gone through many redesigns over 17 years, and is under renovation and conversion to luxury condominium.  This article presents a case study of structural and logistical issues involved in the adaptive reuse of an early 20^th century skyscraper and outlines the case for achieving sustainability through such re-purposing.

The fundamental principle that drives the need for speed in construction is economic. However, not all projects rely on speeds to maintain profitability. Those that do, achieve efficiencies through uniformity of design, systematized construction methods, and the engineer’s engagement during constructions.

While structural engineers are often lauded for achieving wild architectural forms, the engineering and inspection team on Avalon West Chelsea project instead presented value through thoughtful structural design, by simplifying the construction processes, and by bringing a straightforward production process to a potentially overwhelmingly unwieldy project.

The Applied Technology Council (ATC) was founded by practicing professionals with the intent to serve the evolving needs of engineering practice. Since then they have funded engineers and researchers to develop improved hazard mitigation strategies and seismic design standards.

The New World Center in Miami, FL may appear to be a straightforward glass and concrete box on the outside, but the interior holds the dynamic sculptural elements that are the signature of Gehry Partners.

As current leaders in structural engineering approach the end of their careers, it is increasingly important that young professionals take active measures to step into leadership roles. Leadership transition plays a vital role in the profession, but always brings with it challenges that differ from those of past generations.

A new torquing tower that rises out of an existing two-story Art Moderne style brick warehouse built in 1938, which was once part of the Gansevoort Market. It now stands as a case study of melding old with new via a steel framing approach that serves as both an innovative aesthetic and a standard erection process—while at the same time respecting neighborhood context.

Framed with glue-laminated timber and a glazed façade applied to the structural posts, the expansion of the Stapleton Library seamlessly blends the brick and stone 1907 Carnegie Library. Gilsanz Murray Steficek served as the structural engineer of the project.

Surrounded by view of jet ways, aircraft, and the iconic TWA Terminal, the new Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse at JFK boasts the glamour of 1960s air travel with an uptown vibe. Gilsanz Murray Steficek served as the structural engineer of the project.