Recently, my nephew asked if I could answer some questions about my profession for a school project. Of course I agreed, and it gave me an opportunity to reflect on what I do for a living. I thought it would be helpful to share my responses for people interested in becoming an architect or engineer or who are interested in […]
At Gridwork AE our team integrates Architecture with Structural Engineering. In commercial construction, coordination is everything. When architecture and engineering teams work in silos, even small misalignments can lead to design conflicts, delays, and costly revisions. Integrated architecture and engineering, where designers and engineers collaborate as a unified team from day one—offers a smarter, more efficient approach that consistently delivers […]
As architects and engineers, we spend most of our time guiding clients through complex decisions. We help define goals, evaluate tradeoffs, and provide clarity when things feel uncertain. It’s a role we’re comfortable in—and one we take seriously. Recently, while working with SHOP (weareshop.agency) on our brand refresh, we had the opportunity to experience that process from the other side. […]
Livermore Architecture and Engineering, a Portland-based architecture and structural engineering firm, today announced that it has changed its company name to Gridwork AE, Inc., effective January 1st and has implemented a leadership transition to support the firm’s next phase of growth.