Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Expert Structural Engineering Solutions
Founded in 1975, Atkinson-Noland & Associates has established itself as a leader in structural engineering, specializing in nondestructive testing, diagnostics, and innovative solutions for complex structural challenges. Our expertise extends to historic preservation, rehabilitation, and new construction projects, serving public and private clients globally. With offices in Lafayette, Colorado, and New York, New York, we combine decades of research and practical application to deliver data-driven insights and creative engineering strategies.Our team collaborates with architects, engineers, and preservationists, offering tailored services that prioritize structural integrity while minimizing costs and disruptions. Recognized for developing industry standards and advancing masonry evaluation techniques, we remain committed to advancing the field through education, joint research, and cutting-edge technology.
Services
Structural Engineering
Diagnostics & Testing
Historic Preservation
Rehabilitation & Adaptive Reuse
New Construction Solutions
Details
- Year established: 1975
Highlights and features
- We offer 45+ years of experience in structural engineering and diagnostics.
- Our team developed industry-standard masonry testing techniques like flatjack testing.
- We specialize in nondestructive evaluation of historic and modern masonry structures.
- Our engineers collaborate with national and international research institutions.
- We provide data-driven solutions that minimize structural impact and budget costs.
Services
Structural Engineering
Our structural engineering services combine advanced computational modeling with hands-on field testing to solve complex challenges. We specialize in evaluating historic masonry structures and developing custom solutions for modern construction projects. Our engineers deliver reliable data and creative interventions that preserve structural integrity while meeting contemporary needs.
Diagnostics & Testing
We conduct nondestructive diagnostics using proprietary flatjack technology and surface-penetrating radar. Our testing methods identify structural weaknesses and material properties without damaging existing structures. This data informs repair recommendations and helps clients make cost-effective preservation decisions for masonry and concrete systems.
Historic Preservation
Our historic preservation expertise spans 17th-century buildings to modern landmarks. We use phased, non-invasive approaches to assess structural conditions and develop rehabilitation plans. By combining traditional techniques with modern analysis, we help clients maintain historical integrity while ensuring structural safety and compliance with preservation standards.
Rehabilitation & Adaptive Reuse
We specialize in updating historic structures for modern use through adaptive reuse strategies. Our engineers analyze existing materials and structural systems to develop reinforcement solutions that maintain original character. This approach allows clients to repurpose historic buildings while meeting current safety and functionality requirements without altering their appearance.
New Construction Solutions
Our new construction services address unique challenges like sound barrier walls and stone veneer systems. We provide forensic analysis for structural failures and develop custom anchoring solutions. By working closely with contractors and industry groups, we ensure innovative designs meet both aesthetic and structural performance criteria for commercial and industrial projects.
Questions
What types of structural engineering services do you specialize in?
We focus on diagnostics, historic preservation, adaptive reuse, and complex new construction challenges using nondestructive testing methods.
Do you work on international projects?
Yes, we serve global clients with expertise in historic structures from Angkor Wat to Easter Island.
How do you assess masonry structures without causing damage?
We use flatjack testing, surface-penetrating radar, and infrared thermography for nondestructive evaluation.
Can you help with seismic retrofitting of historic buildings?
Yes, we design internal strengthening solutions that preserve exterior appearances while meeting modern safety standards.
Do you provide laboratory testing services?
Our Lafayette laboratory conducts material characterization and grout development for masonry structures.
How do you collaborate with other engineering firms?
We partner with architects and engineers to extend their service offerings through specialized diagnostics and analysis.
Reviews (2)
Melissa Renae
Jan 06, 2022
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David Woodham is a pleasant person to speak with. I'm thankful for him introducing me to resources like the preservation briefs from NPS. Ultimately, his assessment for my primary concern lacked depth and was incorrect, resulting in me needing to hire another structural engineer. I was charged more travel time then for the expertise needed to move my home project forward. In the end, it was a lesson on what to expect and ask for from a structural engineer.
I would not be able to juxtapose David's level of detail against the thorough consultation and report needed to move my foundation concern forward. Thank you. Please be safe during these times. All the best.
I would not be able to juxtapose David's level of detail against the thorough consultation and report needed to move my foundation concern forward. Thank you. Please be safe during these times. All the best.
Bruce Yantis
Oct 29, 2021
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I am a brick restoration specialist here in Denver. I have had the pleasure of working on multiple projects with David Noland. I have well over 25 years of experience in every aspect of masonry and structural engineering from building 600 ft tall free standing brick scrubber stacks to glass furnaces and historical brick restoration. These guys are very thorough with tons of common sense ideas on how to remedy any of the problems these old homes and buildings present.
