In Utah, although we know earthquakes are possible, we’re not used to thinking about earthquakes regularly. But in recent years, several have rattled our state. The most recent, a 4.5-magnitude earthquake that occurred this past July, struck... (Read More)

Abravanel Hall in Salt Lake City, Utah, has recently been the source of public outcry. When the Salt Lake City and Smith Entertainment Group presented revitalization plans for the downtown, there was concern that Abravanel Hall would be demolished... (Read More)

Have you heard of the Hyatt Regency walkway collapse? In 1981, a fourth-floor elevated walkway stretched over the hotel lounge in Kansas City, Missouri. On a busy Friday evening during a dance, the walkway gave way, crashing onto the crowded lobby... (Read More)

The 100-year flood model has been a cornerstone of flood risk assessment for decades. This model estimates the probability of a flood of a certain magnitude occurring in a given year. However, the increasing frequency and intensity of extreme... (Read More)

A fundamental principle of effective design is its ability to solve a problem. Today, we want to highlight a civil engineering solution that addresses a significant issue: intersection collisions. According to the Federal Highway Administration... (Read More)

As a civil engineering firm, we always look for new technologies and tools to help us do our jobs better. One tool that is revolutionizing the process of surveying a site for construction is laser scanning. With laser scanning tools, civil engineers... (Read More)

One of the most challenging parts of a landscape architecture project is determining an accurate budget for a project. When clients plan a large-scale project, they often dream up an idea or design first and present that vision to the landscape... (Read More)

The roof of any building is more than just a protective covering—it's a critical component that ensures the safety, security, and longevity of the structure beneath it. Despite its importance, roofing is often an overlooked aspect of building... (Read More)

Two concrete construction methods are significantly changing the building world: pre-cast concrete and insulated concrete forms (ICF). These concrete building options have unique advantages and disadvantages, especially in today’s construction... (Read More)