Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Building Envelope Design & Engineering Services
Founded in 1973, we are a 100% employee-owned firm specializing in building envelope design, engineering, and consulting. Our team of over 100 professionals delivers innovative solutions for curtain walls, facades, roofing, and waterproofing systems. With 22 global offices across 8 countries, we serve architects, developers, and contractors on complex projects worldwide. Our expertise spans 50+ years of solving technical challenges through collaborative design and forensic evaluation.As an ISO-certified organization, we combine hands-on industry knowledge with cutting-edge technology to ensure constructability and long-term performance. Our subsidiary Intertech Design provides structural engineering services, creating integrated solutions for commercial buildings and infrastructure. We maintain leadership in the field through continuous staff development and adherence to rigorous quality standards.
Services
Building Envelope Design
Curtain Wall Engineering
Facade Inspections
Waterproofing Consulting
LEED Certification Services
Thermal Modeling
Stone Sourcing
NYC FISP Inspections
Structural Engineering
Forensic Analysis
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of experience in building envelope systems.
- Our employee-owned structure ensures dedicated technical expertise.
- Global presence with offices in 8 countries across 5 continents.
- Collaboration with structural engineering experts at Intertech Design.
- Pioneers in forensic evaluation and remediation of complex facades.
Associations and certifications
- LEED Accredited Professionals
Services
Building Envelope Design
We develop customized building envelope systems that balance performance requirements with constructability. Our engineers create detailed designs for curtain walls, window systems, and cladding materials. With 50+ years of experience, we ensure watertight integrity while meeting aesthetic and energy efficiency goals through advanced BIM coordination and laboratory testing.
Forensic Analysis
Our experts diagnose building envelope failures through field testing and diagnostic analysis. We identify causes of water infiltration, air leakage, and structural issues using thermal imaging and pressure testing. Clients receive actionable remediation plans backed by technical documentation and litigation support when required for construction defect claims.
Facade Inspections
We conduct comprehensive facade condition assessments including NYC FISP inspections. Our certified inspectors evaluate existing systems for safety compliance and maintenance needs. Using rope access and drone technology, we document findings with photographic evidence and provide prioritized repair recommendations for long-term asset management.
Waterproofing Consulting
Our consultants address waterproofing challenges from design through construction. We specify appropriate membrane systems, conduct mock-up testing, and perform quality assurance observations. Services include plaza deck waterproofing, below-grade protection, and remediation of failed systems to prevent moisture intrusion in commercial buildings.
LEED Certification Services
LEED Accredited Professionals guide projects through sustainable building envelope strategies. We optimize energy performance through thermal modeling, specify environmentally responsible materials, and verify compliance with green building standards. Our expertise helps achieve LEED credits while maintaining technical performance requirements for high-performance facades.
People
Rodney Harvey
Principal
With 30+ years in building envelope design, Rodney leads technical teams on complex curtain wall projects. His expertise includes high-rise facade engineering and forensic analysis of failed systems.
Marty Scarborough
Principal
Marty specializes in waterproofing systems and building enclosure commissioning. He has directed quality assurance programs for major international projects since joining in 1995.
Ian Venegas
Principal
Ian oversees structural engineering integration with curtain wall systems. His 25+ years of experience includes seismic design considerations and blast-resistant facade solutions for government facilities.
Bryan Beatty
Contact Specialist
Bryan serves as client liaison for project coordination. He manages communication between design teams and contractors to ensure technical requirements are met during construction phases.
Vicente Montes
Principal
Vicente leads the firm's international expansion efforts. With expertise in global building codes, he directs facade engineering projects across Asia-Pacific markets from our Shanghai office.
Questions
What building envelope services do you specialize in?
We specialize in curtain wall design, facade engineering, waterproofing systems, thermal modeling, and forensic analysis for commercial buildings worldwide.
How long has your company been in business?
We've provided building envelope solutions since 1973, with 50+ years of experience in curtain wall design and engineering.
Do you offer international project support?
Yes, we operate from 22 offices across 8 countries including the US, China, Australia, and Mexico with global project capabilities.
What makes your firm different from competitors?
As a 100% employee-owned company, our technical staff maintains direct accountability for project success through integrated design and engineering solutions.
How do you handle complex facade challenges?
Our team combines forensic evaluation with innovative design to resolve issues, supported by in-house structural engineering expertise from Intertech Design.
