Structural Design
Structural engineering is at the core of ASE GROUP. Through our member company Avid Structural Engineering, we design the structure of new buildings and alterations to existing ones, from foundations to roofs.
Our approach
We design structures that carry their loads safely, keep costs under control and leave room for the architecture. Our engineers work in wood, steel, concrete and masonry, and design for Canadian snow, wind and seismic loads under the Ontario Building Code. For renovations we assess what is already there before we change it, so new openings, additions and loads are supported properly all the way down to the foundation.
What we deliver
New building structures
Framing, floors, roofs and lateral systems for residential, commercial and industrial buildings.
Foundations and retaining walls
Footings, foundation walls, piles and retaining structures designed for the site and its soils.
Structural alterations
Load-bearing wall removals, new openings, beams, columns and transfer structures.
Additions and second storeys
Checks of existing foundations and framing, and design of the new structure.
Steel and connection design
Beams, columns, lintels, platforms and the connections between them.
Shop drawing review
Review of fabricator drawings for trusses, steel, precast and engineered products.
Site reviews
Inspections during construction to confirm the structure is built as designed.
Structural repairs
Repairs for cracked foundations, deteriorated concrete and damaged framing.
Typical projects
- Load-bearing wall removals
- Additions and second storeys
- New homes and multi-unit buildings
- Decks, garages and accessory structures
- Commercial and industrial buildings
- Foundation repairs and underpinning
How it works
Site visit and review
We inspect existing conditions and review the architectural drawings and soil information.
Structural concept
The structural system is chosen to suit the design, the budget and the construction method.
Calculations and drawings
Members are designed, and drawings are prepared for permit and construction.
Construction review
We visit the site at key stages and answer contractor questions.
Why ASE GROUP
One team, every discipline
Design, engineering and construction in one group, so nothing falls between separate consultants.
One point of contact
A single project lead coordinates everyone involved and keeps you informed at every stage.
Designed for Ontario
Work that meets the Ontario Building Code and stands up to the Canadian climate.
Often combined with
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