Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Expert Building Envelope Design & Consulting Services
Founded in 1973, we are a globally recognized leader in building envelope design, engineering, and consulting services. As a 100% employee-owned firm, our team of over 100 design professionals delivers innovative solutions for complex curtain wall systems, glass facades, and waterproofing technologies. With headquarters in Dallas, Texas, and 22 international offices, we serve architects, developers, and contractors across six continents. Our expertise spans state-of-the-art design, forensic evaluation, and performance-based engineering for projects ranging from skyscrapers to historical restorations. We maintain a unique blend of technical rigor and practical construction knowledge through our team's diverse backgrounds, including former tradesmen and LEED-certified professionals.Our commitment to quality assurance is demonstrated through site observations, laboratory mock-ups, and advanced diagnostic testing. We specialize in mitigating risks through proactive design reviews, blast-resistant engineering, and extreme weather condition assessments. Our subsidiary, Intertech Design, provides complementary structural engineering services for commercial and civil infrastructure. With over 50 years of experience, we continue to set industry standards through employee development, cutting-edge technology integration, and client-focused collaboration.
Services
Curtain Wall Design
Building Envelope Consulting
Facade Engineering
Waterproofing Systems
Structural Engineering
Historical Restoration
Blast-Resistant Design
Thermal Modeling
Field Testing
LEED Certification
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of specialized expertise in building envelope systems
- Our 100% employee-owned structure ensures dedicated client-focused service
- We operate 22 international offices across six continents
- Our team includes LEED Accredited Professionals and former tradesmen
- We provide comprehensive services from design to forensic evaluation
Associations and certifications
- LEED AP
Services
Curtain Wall Design
We specialize in custom curtain wall design for commercial buildings, combining aesthetic vision with technical performance. Our engineers develop solutions that optimize energy efficiency, structural integrity, and water resistance. Services include system selection, detail development, and specification writing for new construction projects.
Building Envelope Consulting
Our consultants provide comprehensive building envelope assessments, from initial condition surveys to forensic investigations. We identify performance issues, recommend remediation strategies, and ensure compliance with international building codes. Services include peer reviews and litigation support for complex envelope failures.
Facade Engineering
We deliver structural engineering solutions for complex faade systems, including point-supported glass and cable net structures. Our team performs load calculations, material selection, and performance testing to ensure safety and durability in extreme weather conditions.
Waterproofing Systems
Our waterproofing experts design and evaluate roofing and envelope systems to prevent water intrusion. Services include membrane selection, detail development, and field testing for both new construction and remediation projects across commercial and residential sectors.
Historical Restoration
We specialize in preserving historical buildings through careful assessment and restoration of original faade elements. Our team combines traditional techniques with modern materials to maintain structural integrity while preserving architectural heritage in compliance with preservation standards.
People
Rodney Harvey
Principal
With 25+ years in building envelope design, Rodney leads complex curtain wall projects. His expertise includes system integration and performance optimization for high-rise structures.
Bryan Beatty
Contact Representative
Serving as primary client liaison, Bryan coordinates technical resources for curtain wall projects. He specializes in bridging design concepts with constructible solutions.
Ian Venegas
Principal
Ian oversees forensic investigations and remediation projects. His background in field testing and failure analysis helps resolve complex building envelope performance issues.
Questions
What building envelope systems do you specialize in?
We work with aluminum and glass curtain walls, stone veneers, EIFS, metal panels, and complex cable net systems. Our expertise also includes historical masonry restoration and waterproofing technologies.
Do you provide international services?
Yes, we operate from 22 global offices across North America, Asia, and Australia, supporting projects worldwide with local regulatory compliance expertise.
What is your experience with LEED-certified projects?
Our LEED AP professionals integrate sustainable design principles into building envelope systems, optimizing energy performance while maintaining structural integrity and code compliance.
Can you assist with building envelope failures?
We offer forensic investigations, failure analysis, and remediation design. Our team also provides litigation support with technical documentation and expert testimony.
Do you work on historical building restoration?
Yes, our specialists preserve architectural heritage through careful assessment and restoration of original façade elements while meeting modern performance standards.
What testing services do you offer?
We provide field testing for air/water infiltration, laboratory mock-up validation, thermal imaging, and structural performance testing using industry-standard equipment.
