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Insights: What do different engineers do, and when do I hire one?

Matt Fajkus Architecture

Depending upon the size of construction, a structural engineer may not be needed, but is always recommended. Civil Engineers Civil engineers mostly deal with land and water surrounding construction, but can also get involved in urban projects such as utilities, transportation, waste, and bridge design.

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Dreyfuss + Blackford Rehabilitate the 1950s SMUD Headquarters Building

Architizer

A generously day-lit open stair was added to replace a previously enclosed utility stair in the central core to enhance vertical circulation between garden level to fourth floor of the building. Contractor Roebbelen Contracting, Inc. Contractor Roebbelen Contracting, Inc. Contractor Roebbelen Contracting, Inc.

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MDF board: All you need to know about this engineered wood product

Building and Interiors

MDF developed as a substitute for solid wood by utilizing the huge waste of wood chips and sawdust produced by lumber mills. Stable dimensions that will not expand or contract unlike natural wood. Image Source: Civil Engineering Discoveries. Image Source: Civil Engineering Discoveries. Has no knots.

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In Their Elements

Landscape Architecture Magazine

Stephen Stimson, FASLA, and Lauren Stimson, ASLA, built a new house and utility building on property Steve’s family has long farmed. Tuzzolo, as managing director, oversees proposals and contracts, business development and marketing, and reviews potential projects to advise the principals. BY JONATHAN LERNER. Photo by Ngoc Doan.

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