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Elegant Essentials,Ingenious Outcomes.

We are a boutique engineering firm who redefine seemingly routine systems in the built environment to unlock innovative architectural visions.

Terminal Warehouse
Terminal Warehouse
Cook Fox
New York, NY, USA

[Approach]

We help our partners to create functional, beautiful and efficient solutions through our unique emphases:

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  • Holistic Engineering Solutions

    We bridge industry specialisms to offer more comprehensive, integrated, and efficient solutions amidst dynamic project ecosystems.
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  • Agile Partnerships for Innovation

    We're a small team with world-class experience, bringing both ingenuity and nimbleness to the processes required for large-scale or complex architectural visions.
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  • Ongoing Data-informed Analysis

    We help engineer the design journey with consistent analytical feedback cycles and data interpretation at every project phase.
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[Our Services]

Essential Systems
That Defy Expectations.

Our team combines a mastery of all aspects of MEP engineering with our first-class analytics to provide a holistic service offering.

  • Building Services Engineering

    We design the unseen systems that make buildings function beautifully. This includes advanced solutions for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC), intricate plumbing and drainage, and robust electrical power and lighting systems. We also specialize in fire protection and integrated building management systems (BMS), ensuring every component works in harmony for optimal performance and comfort.

  • Environmental Analytics

    Our environmental analytics go beyond basic assessments. We use sophisticated tools to model and understand a building's interaction with its surroundings. This includes in-depth energy modeling to predict and optimize consumption, detailed daylight and glare analysis for occupant comfort, and thermal comfort simulations to create ideal indoor climates. We also analyze natural ventilation strategies and carbon emissions, providing data-driven insights to create truly sustainable and high-performing environments.

  • Engineering Master Planning

    We provide the strategic foresight needed for large-scale developments. Our engineering master planning integrates a holistic view of future infrastructure needs, from utility distribution and energy supply to waste management and transportation networks. We create flexible, long-term plans that anticipate growth, enhance resilience, and ensure cost-effective, sustainable development across entire campuses or urban areas.

  • Post Occupancy Evaluation

    The true test of a building's success comes after it's occupied. Our Post-Occupancy Evaluation (POE) services involve systematically assessing how a building performs in real-world conditions. We gather feedback from occupants, analyze actual energy usage, and evaluate indoor environmental quality (IEQ) metrics like air quality and thermal comfort. This data provides invaluable insights, helping identify areas for improvement and informing the design of future projects.

  • Digital Twin

    Step into the future of building management with our Digital Twin services. We create a dynamic, virtual replica of your physical asset, integrating real-time data from sensors and building systems. This powerful tool enables predictive maintenance, optimizes energy consumption, enhances operational efficiency, and provides a comprehensive platform for scenario planning and informed decision-making throughout the building's lifecycle.

Our Work
Ritz Theater
Ritz Theater
David Burke Architects
Newburgh, NY, USA

World Class Expertise,
More Sustainable Solutions.

We are committed to supporting the vision of our clients and partners, in service of projects which are net positive to the lives of end users, the vitality of our cities and the health of the natural world.

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