Wood Framing Our firm designs conventional wood frames for single- and multi-family residential projects. This generally involves a rafter layout with purlins and bracing, ceiling layout, and floor system. We can also review floor systems provided by truss manufacturers or lumber yards. Most single-family residential projects are limited to two or three stories in height, varying from single family residences to townhomes. We also have designed wood frames for a range of multi-family projects, including typical garden apartments up to five story projects.  Wind Bracing/Shear Wall Design Section R602.10 of the International Residential Code provides a method for bracing the walls, with four foot panels spaced twenty-five feet on center around the perimeter of the building. For many residential projects, however, this type of design is not possible, due to narrow walls and extensive windows. Our company can provide engineering alternatives to meet these code provisions. We can use a variety of materials for wall panels to resist the lateral wind forces, as well as straps and hold downs to prevent overturning.  Masonry Support Our company designs for a myriad of different masonry support conditions, including masonry arches, steel lintels and other steel supported masonry, as well as wood supported masonry.