Aquatic structure engineering spans public-use, recreational, and competition swimming pools, including school, community, hospitality, and institutional pool facilities. Our experience as swimming pool structural engineers also extends to aquariums, water features, fountains, and specialty aquatic environments.
Structural Engineering for Aquatic Environments
Pool and aquatic structures require specialized structural engineering to support the weight of water, resist hydrostatic and lateral pressures, control movement and cracking, and maintain long-term durability in wet, humid, and chemically treated environments. From new pool shells, foundations, elevated pools, support structures, and equipment areas to renovations, retrofits, and repairs, KCI, formerly McLaren Engineering Group, evaluates structural loads, existing conditions, constructability, waterproofing coordination, and code requirements to help aquatic facilities perform safely over time.
When developing aquatic structures, natatoriums, or pool complexes, our engineers consider humidity, air temperature, water temperature, activity levels, material exposure, and air conditions. Working closely with clients, our team explores economical, innovative, and sustainable solutions that create safe, durable, and lasting aquatic environments.
For the two 4’ deep swimming pools on the 8th floor, we designed the structure to accommodate both the indoor pool and the outdoor infinity edge pool.
