Keast & Hood Structural Engineers

Expertise

Structural Investigation | Intervention

Laying the foundation for future design through deep insight into existing structures.

We take a forensic approach to understanding buildings, uncovering the stories they tell through their materials, structure, and performance. Whether assessing a high-rise, a campus facility, or a civic landmark, we provide the critical insights needed to inform strategic planning and future design. Our team employs a range of investigative techniques from hands-on site evaluations to advanced non-destructive testing, delivering comprehensive reports that outline existing conditions, material behavior, and areas for intervention. When intervention is required, we focus on practical, minimally invasive strategies that stabilize, restore, and extend a building’s lifespan. Our team develops targeted repair and reinforcement plans that address root causes, prioritize long-term performance, and reduce disruption to ongoing use. Whether navigating complex deterioration or supporting adaptive reuse goals, we bring clarity, experience, and precision to every investigation. With decades of experience across diverse building types, we collaborate closely with architects and owners to develop thoughtful, tailored solutions. Sustainability plays a key role in our assessments, as we explore ways to extend a building’s lifespan through restorative strategies, material conservation, and performance-driven improvements.

Our Structural Investigation | Intervention Work

Walnut 32 Garage | University of Pennsylvania

Renovations | Additions | Adaptive Reuse

Walnut 32 Garage | University of Pennsylvania

Cresson Hall | Lincoln University

Historic Preservation

Cresson Hall | Lincoln University

Founder's Hall | Girard College

Historic Preservation

Founder's Hall | Girard College

Nemours Estate Sunken Gardens

Historic Preservation

Nemours Estate Sunken Gardens

Bryn Mawr Film Institute

Renovations | Additions | Adaptive Reuse

Bryn Mawr Film Institute

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