The polar vortex in the Midwest and Northeast United States has delivered record low temperatures not seen in these regions for decades. Building operators must ensure that all equipment installed to protect mechanical systems is functioning properly to prevent costly damage following the brutal cold. Read more
Madison Square Park Tower is a 61-story residential high-rise that reaches 777 feet at its pinnacle. The building incorporates a large cantilever, shifting floor plates, and a 1.2 million pound damper to reduce building accelerations. Read more
An overview of DeSimone's Property Loss Consulting practice. Read more
DeSimone’s Colombia office recently rendered structural design services for the Carolingia Electric Substation. The firm’s contributions mark the beginning of an expansion of services into Latin American infrastructure and bridge sectors. Read more
The Surf Club is a new hotel and residential project that is built over and around the restored portions of an exclusive private club originally constructed in the 1930s. To preserve the historic structure, several unique and innovative structural techniques were utilized in this project. Read more
An in-depth look at the design strategies behind DeSimone's 170 Amsterdam, an award-winning, residential building in New York City. Read more
Following our last post on understanding sustainability across the United States, we will focus on sustainability in South America and Middle East. Read more
While we have observed ways in which structural engineers achieve sustainability, it remains important that we holistically understand the purpose of sustainability. Read more
While the green building movement continues to rapidly gain steam, building owners, architects, engineers and contractors have adapted their best practices to the ever-evolving sustainable design standards. Read more
DeSimone has embarked on a series of notable residential projects including 220 Central Park South, 50 West, 100 East 53rd Street, and 1000 Museum Tower. Read more
