Facade Engineering Firm
Consultation, Design + Inspection
McLaren’s facade engineering services put focus on the entire building envelope – the largest, most important factor in the technical performance and overall aesthetic of any structure.
Built on a foundation of construction engineering knowledge and structural expertise, our firm uniquely understands the interdependence of envelope elements throughout the project life-cycle. This custom approach helps our facade and envelope engineers to best improve constructability, maximize energy efficiency, strengthen security and enhance architectural vision.
From building envelope consulting to facade design and final punch-list inspection, our industry leading facade engineers provide client-focused solutions for projects of every size, scope, material and complexity.
Our Facade + Envelope Services
- Building Envelope Consulting
- Facade Delegated Design & Specialty Glass Engineering
- Glass & Glazing
- Metal Panels & Specialty Structures
- Inspection, Investigation & Remediation
Building Envelope Consulting
With a diverse portfolio of projects and knowledge of various material types, McLaren’s building envelope engineers provide consultation services with accurate and creative solutions. Our team of experts take into consideration the complexities associated with building movements, installation requirements, thermal and condensation performance, and installation sequencing to support superior building envelope functionality, constructability, and resiliency.
- Specification & Design Criteria
- Thermal & Condensation Performance Review
- Waterproofing Detailing
- Structural Engineering
- Design Support: Schematic Design, Design Development & Construction Documents
- Bid Review & Construction Administration Support
Facade Delegated Design & Specialty Glass Engineering
The ability to solve complex challenges from all angles helps our team provide high-quality design and installation solutions. Through specialty analysis, state-of-the-art material research, design aesthetics, constructability, and client specifications our team has engineered curtain walls, feature walls, canopies, and specialty glass structures around the world. Taking into account erection methods, durability, and maintenance, McLaren works collaboratively with our clients to provide innovative systems that last and meet all project goals.
- Structural Glass System Designs
- Glass & Glazing Design
- Custom Curtainwall Design & Engineering
- Custom Feature Wall Design & Engineering
- Blast Engineering & Design
- Metal and ACM Panel - Design & Engineering
- Stone, Precast Panel and GFRC - Design & Engineering
Glass & Glazing
Our Glass and Glazing team has the capability to recognize and respond to design and installation challenges with a unique staff of expert architects and engineers. Having worked on hundreds of projects including curtain walls, canopies and glass structures, we work collaboratively with clients to provide systems that last, deliver on all of the project's goals and take into account erection methods, durability and maintenance.
- Structural Glass
- Glass Railings & Stairs
- Skylights
- Curtain Walls
- Window Walls
- Cable Walls
- Blast Analysis
- Thermal & Condensation Analysis
Metal Panels & Specialty Structures
The structural design possibilities of metal are endless, and when done correctly, can result in a beautiful aesthetic which is highly durable and low maintenance. From light gage metal framing, to intricate metal facades, to custom specialty structures, McLaren’s architects and engineers understand the capabilities and challenges of working with various metal mediums and can provide a variety of services to complement any project.
- Metal Panels
- ACM & Honeycomb
- Custom Stairs
- Architectural Metals
- Canopies
- Waterproofing
- Wind Screens
- Shade Structures
- Masonry Facades
Facade Inspection, Investigation + Remediation
By analyzing project-specific design details and performance requirements, our team performs building envelope inspection, investigation, and remediation services. With a unique knowledge of structural and construction engineering principles, along with the resources of a talented in-house surveying group, McLaren provides comprehensive support throughout the project lifecycle. We are also a Class I certified special inspection group for curtain wall and facade systems in New York City.
- NYC BC 1704.10 Special Inspections
- Leak Investigation
- Forensic Investigation
- Roofing Investigation
- Recommendations for Remediation of Deficient Systems
- SPRAT Certified Rope Inspection
- Drone Inspection
Featured Facade Projects
McLaren’s facade and envelope engineering team has successfully undertaken hundreds of innovative projects for clients worldwide, from NYC to Dubai. Ranging from historic preservation work to the facade design of world-famous custom curtain walls, discover some of our most iconic work.
Related Services
Construction Engineering
Building construction services include specialty structural engineering (SSE), connection design and Tekla modeling, demo/erection sequencing, support of excavation, cranes and rigging, structural lifting, shoring, and jacking.
Structural Engineering
Services encompass all aspects of structural inspection, consultation, design, and engineering for over 6000 structures including new construction, renovations and restorations, additions, specialty structures and signage.
Entertainment Engineering
McLaren’s entertainment engineers possess a distinct eye for aesthetics and user interface, engineering themed architecture for some of the most awe-inspiring theaters, open spaces, museums, hotels and casinos.
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ADDITIONAL CONTACT
Daniel Chung, RA
Envelope Consulting & Inspections
T: 06.98.34.1447