Structural Design for Residential Addition and Renovation - Uxbridge
Structural engineering was completed for a residential addition and renovation to an existing detached dwelling.
The work coordinated new foundations, floor and roof framing, and structural supports with the proposed architectural layout.
Location: Uxbridge, Ontario
Completion: July 2026
Sector: Residential
1. The Challenge
The project involved integrating a residential addition and revised layouts with the existing two-storey dwelling.
Existing Conditions:
Several existing framing and below-grade conditions were unconfirmed and required verification before construction.
Structural Alterations:
New openings, modified walls, and expanded rooms required continuous load paths through existing and new construction.
Building Integration:
The foundation, floor, and roof systems needed safe connections to the existing structure and revised roof geometry.
2. The Engineering Solution
A coordinated design was developed for the foundations, framing, openings, and support systems.
a) Foundation Design:
Reinforced walls, strip and isolated footings, and connections to the existing foundation were specified.
b) Structural Framing:
Steel and engineered wood beams, columns, built-up studs, headers, and lintels were designed for the proposed layouts.
c) Verification and Connections:
Floor and roof framing, structural connections, and verification procedures for existing foundation supports were established.
3. The Outcome
The completed permit-stage design defines the structural system for the addition and renovation, supporting safe load transfer, coordinated construction, and compliance with the Ontario Building Code 2024.