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Design Matters: The Value of Structural Analysis of Existing Buildings Structural analysis is an essential part of repurposing buildings and preparing them for new uses. At FOCUS, this work often begins long before design concepts take shape. Structural Department Manager, Brad Mason, explains that the team’s first priority is understanding what already exists. “We use […]

Congratulations to our FOCUS November Promotions! Every promotion is a badge of pride for FOCUS as a whole—we’re thrilled to have such an inspiring team. We do our best work when we push each other to excel, so to our most recent promotions: thank you! Kyla Lively | Structural | Intern 3 Riley Aiono | […]

This Extra Space Storage facility was originally constructed more than 50 years ago as a 130,000-square-foot office building in Salt Lake City, featuring a unique structural system built with precast double-tee beams and exposed concrete and steel elements. Though solid in its original design, the building was no longer meeting the needs of its owners. […]

Congratulations to our FOCUS October Promotions! Our team’s excellence is the foundation of FOCUS, and we’re proud to build it ever greater. We welcome these hardworking people into their new positions, and look forward to supporting them at every step of the way! Mike Washburn | Survey Technician | Boise, Idaho Cris Diaz | Crew […]

Congratulations to our FOCUS July/August Promotions! With every promotion, we gain a more refined and developed FOCUS. We are delighted to recognize the hard work of those recently promoted, and we look forward to becoming a better company inspired by their example. Carolina Ortiz | Site Civil Commercial | Jr. Project Manager 1 Glen Pool […]

This unique project features a 1,000-square-foot detached pool house located above a large underground sports court. The client envisioned a multi-functional indoor/outdoor space combining recreation and entertainment for their family and future grandchildren, featuring a half basketball court, a full-sized pickleball court, an elevator, and a tunnel connecting this structure to the main residence.   […]

Congratulations to our FOCUS May Promotions! The hard work and passion of our people make FOCUS thrive. We’re proud to announce and congratulate our most recent promotions—we’ll continue to grow together! Cory Thompson | Construction Staking | Jr. Project Manager 3 Michael Ekenstam | Structural | Designer 4 Bryan Wilson | Land Planning | Jr. […]

FOCUS has recently partnered with Uncommon Architects to design and engineer multiple stake center buildings for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Stake centers are the designated meetinghouses for local stakes, which is a grouping of several congregations. These projects span across Utah, including Saratoga Springs, Elk Ridge, Kaysville, Heber, Santaquin, and Hurricane. […]

Design Matters: The Craft of Structural Engineering for Production Residential Homes In the world of production residential engineering, efficiency, constructability, and affordability are crucial. Brad Mason, project manager in the Structural department at FOCUS Engineering & Surveying, understands this well. His team approaches production homes with a clear perspective. “These designs aren’t one-time custom builds; […]

Glen Pool, a structural designer at FOCUS Engineering & Surveying, brings more than just technical expertise to his role. His resilience, curiosity, and an unshakable work ethic are shaped by real-world experience and personal drive. Glen’s path to structural engineering began on Utah construction sites, where he spent summers working alongside his uncle. “Doing this, […]