Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Expert Structural Engineering Services in Oakland
We are Huntington Design Associates, a structural engineering firm with 70 years of expertise in creating reliable and innovative designs. Founded in 1949, our firm combines Bert G. Huntington's foundational skills in steel fabrication with Craig G. Huntington's specialized knowledge in tensioned fabric structures and complex concrete systems. Our reputation is built on delivering buildable, economical solutions while maintaining a focus on aesthetic sensitivity and technical excellence.We provide structural design services for buildings, tensioned fabric structures, building envelopes, and specialized components, emphasizing careful detailing, regulatory compliance, and multidisciplinary coordination. With a legacy of awards and publications, including the landmark book 'The Tensioned Fabric Roof,' we remain at the forefront of structural engineering innovation.
Services
Tensioned Fabric Structures
Building Structures
Building Envelope
Structural Specialties
Seismic Upgrading
Concrete Panels
Details
- Year established: 1949
Highlights and features
- We offer 70+ years of experience in structural engineering design
- Our team includes an ASCE Fellow with specialized expertise in tensioned fabric structures
- We emphasize aesthetic sensitivity alongside technical excellence
- We provide buildable, economical designs for complex structures
- Our work has received industry-recognized awards and publications
Associations and certifications
- American Society of Civil Engineers
Services
Tensioned Fabric Structures
Design and engineering of three-dimensional fabric tension structures requiring advanced computational modeling. Services include membrane shaping analysis, cable detailing, and integration of steel components while balancing structural integrity with visual aesthetics. Our team specializes in creating exposed structural details where form and function merge seamlessly.
Building Structures
Comprehensive structural engineering for new buildings, renovations, and seismic upgrades. We provide design services for commercial, residential, and industrial structures with emphasis on careful detailing, regulatory compliance, and coordination between design elements to ensure economical performance across diverse building applications.
Building Envelope
Specialized design of building skins that accommodate thermal strains and seismic movement. Services include concrete panels, aluminum curtain walls, and stainless steel/stone facades. We develop technical guidelines for glass-fiber reinforced concrete systems while ensuring coordination with structural systems and architectural requirements.
Structural Specialties
Engineering of non-traditional structures and building components requiring specialized materials and technologies. Services include composite reinforcement, photovoltaic system integration, and industrial application detailing. Our work extends beyond conventional structures to address unique challenges in materials and system integration across multiple technical domains.
Seismic Upgrading
Seismic evaluation and retrofit design for existing buildings. We implement analysis techniques to assess structural vulnerabilities and develop cost-effective reinforcement strategies that comply with current building codes while maintaining architectural integrity during upgrades and building reuse projects.
People
Craig G. Huntington
President
Structural engineering leader with 40+ years of experience specializing in tensioned fabric systems and concrete structures. ASCE Fellow recognized for technical excellence and aesthetic innovation. Author of seminal works on tensile structures and editor of industry-defining publications.
Questions
What structural engineering services do you offer?
We specialize in tensioned fabric structures, building structures, building envelopes, structural specialties, and seismic upgrading for commercial, residential, and industrial projects.
How long has your firm been in business?
Huntington Design Associates has provided structural engineering services since 1949, with 70+ years of combined experience from our lead professionals.
What geographical areas do you serve?
Our primary service area includes the Bay Area, with project experience extending across California and other states where we maintain engineering licensure.
Do you handle both new construction and renovation projects?
Yes, we provide structural engineering services for both new buildings and alterations to existing structures, including seismic upgrades and changes of use.
What makes your firm different from other engineering firms?
Our unique combination of technical expertise in complex systems with focus on aesthetic expression, plus decades of experience in specialized structures like tensioned fabric systems sets us apart from typical engineering practices.
