--- title: "Keast & Hood | Structural Engineers | Philadelphia" url: https://keasthood.com/ description: "Design-forward new construction and historic preservation engineering solutions. A certified WBE, SBE and DBE structural engineering firm with 70 years of experience." lang: en --- # Your Partner in Structural Engineering - Building on 70 Years of Experience Design-forward new construction and historic preservation engineering solutions Our Expertise: https://keasthood.com/our-services ## A certified Women's Business Enterprise (WBE), Small Business Enterprise (SBE), Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE), and nationally recognized leader in structural engineering solutions for over 70 years and counting. We combine creative vision with decades of engineering expertise - drawing on both proven and new techniques to solve challenges efficiently and deliver solutions built to last. - Proven and emerging structural techniques - Efficient solutions to complex challenges - Design-forward engineering partnership ## Our Work Historic Preservation ### Washington's Tent | Museum of the American Revolution https://keasthood.com/portfolio-item/washingtons-tent-museum-of-the-american-revolution Renovations | Additions | Adaptive Reuse ### Kelly Writer's House | University of Pennsylvania https://keasthood.com/portfolio-item/kelly-writers-house-university-of-pennsylvania New Construction ### Museum of the American Revolution https://keasthood.com/portfolio-item/museum-of-the-american-revolution New Construction ### Perelman Center for Political Science and Economics | University of Pennsylvania https://keasthood.com/portfolio-item/perelman-center-for-political-science-and-economics-university-of-pennsylvania New Construction ### Shoemaker Green | University of Pennsylvania https://keasthood.com/portfolio-item/shoemaker-green-university-of-pennsylvania New Construction ### The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints Temple https://keasthood.com/portfolio-item/the-church-of-jesus-christ-of-latter-day-saints-temple New Construction ### St. Rita Place & Cascia Center | Philadelphia, PA https://keasthood.com/portfolio-item/st-rita-place-cascia-center-philadelphia-pa Historic Preservation ### Statue of Liberty National Monument https://keasthood.com/portfolio-item/statue-of-liberty-national-monument Historic Preservation ### University of Pennsylvania Boathouse Renovation https://keasthood.com/portfolio-item/university-of-pennsylvania-boathouse-renovation View All Projects: https://keasthood.com/projects ## Empowering design and elevating communities through structural excellence. Drawing on our team's collective expertise, we take on a diverse portfolio of new building and infrastructure projects for high-profile colleges and universities, recreational and cultural institutions, and government agencies. Learn more (https://keasthood.com/our-services/new-construction) Our preservation projects focus on maintaining and restoring the structural integrity and aesthetic value of historically and culturally significant buildings. We adapt these structures to meet modern standards and requirements, while preserving their historical essence as they evolve for the future. Learn more (https://keasthood.com/our-services/historic-preservation) We transform some of the nation's most significant existing buildings and structures - carefully evaluating their current condition and confirming their ability to support their intended function while preserving their original historical and structural elements whenever possible. Learn more (https://keasthood.com/our-services/renovation) We evaluate façades, roofs, and exterior systems to identify issues like building enclosure system deficiencies, material deterioration, water infiltration, and potential safety concerns as well as the source(s) of these problems. Our building envelope services address performance concerns and ordinance inspection requirements through strategic investigation and design, supporting restoration, preservation, revitalization, and long-term resilience. Learn more (https://keasthood.com/our-services/building-envelope) Our thorough evaluations identify issues including cracking, corrosion, water damage, foundation settlement, material deterioration, and structural deformation. By understanding a building's condition, we can create targeted plans for the necessary interventions. When action is required, we address underlying problems with precision, minimizing disruption and focusing on extending the structure's lifespan. Learn more (https://keasthood.com/our-services/structural_investigation_intervention) As one of the first 25 U.S. firms to sign the SE 2050 Commitment, we aim for net-zero embodied carbon in our structural systems by 2050. We prioritize reuse of historical elements, choose low-carbon materials, and align with standards like LEED and Green Globes to deliver healthier, more resilient environments. Learn more (https://keasthood.com/our-services/sustainability) Image: Map showing Keast & Hood project locations across the Northeast (https://keast-hood.itigniter.com/media/imported/2026-03-Vector-Map2.png) ## Headquartered in Center City, Philadelphia, our work spans the Northeast and beyond. ## Let's Discuss Your Next Project Contact Us (https://keasthood.com/contact-us) ## Our Team View all team members (https://keasthood.com/aboutus/people) Image: Denise L. Richards, PE (https://keast-hood.itigniter.com/media/imported/2022-04-Denise-L.-Richards-PE-.jpg) ### Denise L. Richards, PE Partner Bio: https://keasthood.com/aboutus/people/denise-l-richards Denise L. Richards, PE on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/denise-richards-78243426/ Image: John R. Davis, PE (https://keast-hood.itigniter.com/media/imported/2022-04-John.jpg) ### John R. Davis, PE Partner Bio: https://keasthood.com/aboutus/people/john-r-davis John R. Davis, PE on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-davis-0a98ba23/ Image: Allison L. Lukachik, PE, SE, CDT (https://keast-hood.itigniter.com/media/imported/2022-04-ALLISON.jpg) ### Allison L. Lukachik, PE, SE, CDT Principal Bio: https://keasthood.com/aboutus/people/allison-l-lukachik Allison L. Lukachik, PE, SE, CDT on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alukachik/ Image: Christian J. Kronenwetter, PE (https://keast-hood.itigniter.com/media/imported/2022-04-CHRISTIAN.jpg) ### Christian J. Kronenwetter, PE Principal Bio: https://keasthood.com/aboutus/people/christian-j-kronenwetter Christian J. Kronenwetter, PE on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christian-kronenwetter-8517817/ ## Keast & Hood by the Numbers 1953 Year Founded 0 Staff Engineers 0 BIM Modelers + Administrative Staff 0 Registered Professional Engineers 0+ National + Local Awards 0+ Total Projects Completed ## Recent news and events View more (https://keasthood.com/category/news) 23 Sep News ### Keast & Hood Joins Project Team for New Philadelphia Arena September 23, 2026 https://keasthood.com/2026/09/23/keast-hood-joins-project-team-for-new-philadelphia-arena 10 Sep News ### Keast & Hood Welcomes Structural Designers Jeremiah P. Familia and David M. Miller September 10, 2026 https://keasthood.com/2026/09/10/keast-hood-welcomes-structural-designersjeremiah-p-familia-and-david-m-miller 16 Jul News ### Keast & Hood Congratulates Amanda M. Grogin and Matthew D. Schilling on Earning Their Professional Engineer Licenses July 16, 2026 https://keasthood.com/2026/07/16/keast-hood-congratulates-amanda-m-grogin-and-matthew-d-schilling-on-earning-their-professional-engineer-licenses