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Mirsky Residence- Wasatch County, Utah
Highland Group is known for their one-of-a-kind residential designs, and FOCUS was privileged to provide structural engineering on this 2-story, 15,424 SF custom home in the Heber area. The residence was framed entirely on site, with a design that required exposed timber rafters on eaves. During this process, high snow loads created numerous unique engineering design challenges. A significant amount of builder and architect interaction was necessary to achieve ideal and workable detailing solutions. To help the homeowner’s vision come to life and to circumnavigate how the high snow loads prevented the home’s interior framing from lining up perfectly with the exposed rafters, we stayed organized and accommodated the changing site conditions. By communicating easily-understood adjustments and framing to the framers, we obtained a structurally sound and impressive result.

Curtis Center- Lehi, Utah
The Curtis Center is a 21,550-square foot arts and educational center for individuals with intellectual disabilities. It houses classrooms, fitness and athletic facilities, and a performing arts center. To accommodate the facility’s various needs, FOCUS engineers had to address several challenges. These included tying in large concrete masonry walls of varying heights (between 15 and 30 feet), and spanning 60- to 70-foot spaces over the gymnasium and auditorium with steel joist, while accounting for heavy loads due to several large rooftop air conditioning units, heavy auditorium lighting, and stage curtains. Close coordination between FOCUS and the architect on these elements was critical to the successful outcome of this project.

Chloe’s Pointe- Ogden, Utah
Chloe’s Pointe is a 114-unit apartment community located in downtown Ogden. The four-story building offers one- and two-bedroom units ranging in size from 697 to 1000 square feet. Amenities include a common area and interior patio, balconies, fitness center, and parking. FOCUS was tasked with completing the structural design of the 104,000 square-foot structure in seven weeks. Engineers coordinated with the architect to address fire rating requirements for the wood-framed building as well as design the load path sequence for all structural elements. The long rectangular complex features unique roof eyebrows, which cantilever out from the building below the parapet.

Hidden Ridge- Ogden, Utah
FOCUS was hired to design the load path sequence for all structural elements from the roof down to the footing system and foundation, as well as retaining walls. Drag struts were designed to resist the effects of seismic loads and proper load path at the transition between the three- and four-story portions. Other load-bearing elements for the wood-framed structure include wood joists and shear walls.

Stewart Retail- Orem, Utah
Located on University Parkway in Orem, the new retail building will include five retail units. FOCUS provided structural design services for the retail addition. The center’s unique roof framing includes a tower with windows on all four sides and a large elevated arched roof section. The materials and treatments were designed to match nearby existing structures along this busy commercial corridor.

Cooper Residence
This two-story, single-family residence is located on a large, sloped site near numerous canyons and trailheads. The 10,860 SF home features a walkout basement, indoor sports court, and rooftop patios. The homeowners enjoy large, mature trees and a creek that runs through the property.

Ambulatory Surgical Center- Washington Terrace, Utah
Located in the Pleasant Valley Medical Plaza, this two-story 10,943 SF building will house a medical clinic and ambulatory surgical center. When constructed, the exterior elevations will include a mix of materials including glass, metal panels, masonry cladding and brick veneer.

Draper Smiles Office Building- Draper, Utah
FOCUS engineers worked closely with the architect and contractor to ensure all parties were on th same page with structural adjustments made to the building during construction.

Marina Village at Daybreak- South Jordan, Utah
FOCUS provided structural engineering services for the townhomes in Marina Village, which feature one-, two-, and three-bedroom residences within walking distance of local stores, restaurants, and Daybreak’s SoDa Row shopping & entertainment area. Custom in style, the distinctive features of the residences include elevated nine-foot or vaulted ceilings and a rooftop deck that provides residents with beautiful views of Oquirrh Lake. FOCUS designed a lateral force resisting structural system to avoid a costly moment frame system. Careful attention was paid to South Jordan’s structural design requirements to ensure compliance.

River Heights Medical Offices- South Jordan, Utah
River Heights Medical building is a three story, 49,000 square foot medical office building intended for multiple tenants. FOCUS structural engineers avoided any expensive steel moment or brace frames by designing the entire building with wood shear walls. Accommodating both the large size of the building and the need for large, open, flexible spaces for future tenants required some teamwork and ingenuity to get the lateral force resisting system to safely and effectively function as all wood, and mostly confined to the exteriors of the building.