Business Details
35 Years
experience
Secure Fortified Structures for Residential & Military Needs
Hardened Structures has been designing and constructing secure, fortified homes and underground bunkers since 1991. Our team combines experienced architects, engineers, and former U.S. Navy SEALs to deliver advanced shelter systems globally. We specialize in projects requiring protection against chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and electromagnetic threats. Our approach prioritizes client confidentiality and project secrecy, ensuring balanced survivability in every structure. With decades of experience in military, residential, and commercial projects, we provide turnkey solutions tailored to unique security needs.Our services include threat assessments, custom architectural design, blast engineering, and covert construction methodologies. We maintain strict compliance with ITAR and EAR regulations for international projects. Our team's expertise spans over 30 years, with completed projects across the U.S., Canada, and overseas locations. We offer flexible collaboration with existing architects or full-service implementation. Our commitment to innovation and security has established us as a trusted leader in hardened shelter solutions.
Services
Underground Bunkers
Fortified Homes
CBRN Protection
EMP Shielding
Military Structures
Blast Engineering
Covert Construction
Threat Assessment
Sustainable Design
Security Planning
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of global experience in hardened shelter design and construction
- Team includes former U.S. Navy SEALs and military engineering experts
- Absolute confidentiality maintained through covert construction methods
- Customized solutions for CBRN, EMP, and ballistic threat mitigation
- Proven expertise in military-grade hardened aircraft shelters and bunkers
Services
Underground Bunkers
Custom-designed underground bunkers provide protection against nuclear, chemical, and biological threats. Our structures incorporate advanced life-support systems, blast-resistant construction, and EMP shielding. Each bunker is tailored to client specifications for family protection or long-term survival scenarios.
Fortified Homes
Luxury fortified homes combine residential comfort with military-grade security features. These structures include blast-resistant walls, CBRN air filtration, and defensive architectural elements while maintaining aesthetic appeal and energy efficiency through sustainable design principles.
CBRN Protection
Comprehensive chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear defense systems protect occupants and equipment. Our solutions include specialized air filtration, sealed containment systems, and detection equipment integrated into both new constructions and retrofitted facilities.
Military Structures
Hardened military facilities meet NATO and Mil Spec standards for aircraft shelters, ammunition storage, and command centers. Our designs withstand forced entry, explosive loading, and CBRN attacks while maintaining operational functionality under extreme conditions.
EMP Shielding
HEMP/EMP shielding solutions protect critical infrastructure from electromagnetic pulse threats. Our engineering team implements Faraday cage principles and specialized grounding techniques to safeguard electronic systems in residential and military applications.
People
Brian Camden
President and Founder
Civil-Structural Engineering Professional with 45+ years experience, including 9 years in military structural engineering. Managed $800M+ in government construction programs and founded Hardened Structures in 1991.
Kevin LaPierre
Vice President
Professional Structural Engineer specializing in threat mitigation and blast-hardening. Former USACE hardened projects expert with extensive experience in CBRN systems and structural engineering for defense facilities.
Douglas Clark
Design Leader
Licensed architect in 22 states with Fortified Homes certification. Specializes in hardened shelter design and sustainable energy solutions. Managed $200M+ in hardened shelter projects globally.
Bill Berry
Hardened Facility Architect
Fortified Homes Certified Professional with experience in embassy security upgrades and complex hardened facility designs. Former Project Manager for U.S. Bureau of Overseas Building Operations.
Rear Admiral Scott Moore
Director Red Team Analysis
Retired Navy SEAL with 30+ years counterterrorism experience. Former Director of Counterterrorism Division at National Security Council and Commanding Officer of SEAL Team Six.
Questions
What types of hardened structures do you build?
We construct underground bunkers, fortified homes, military aircraft shelters, and specialized CBRN-protected facilities tailored to client security requirements.
How long has your company been in business?
We've been designing and building hardened structures since 1991, with over 30 years of global experience in secure facility construction.
Do you maintain client confidentiality?
Yes, we implement strict secrecy protocols including covert construction methods and compartmentalized project management to protect client privacy.
Can you work with existing architects?
We offer collaborative services with client-selected architects or provide full turnkey solutions depending on project requirements.
What military standards do you meet?
Our military structures meet NATO AASTP-1 and Mil Spec 188-125-1 standards for blast resistance, forced entry protection, and CBRN defense systems.
How do you handle international projects?
We're ITAR-compliant and registered with the U.S. Department of State to provide hardened shelter designs to allied foreign entities globally.
