
AEC-West Consultants, Inc.
Advancing Public Safety and Efficiency within the Built Environment
About the firm
In January 2018, C-West Code Consultants and Horne Engineering Solutions merged operations to form AEC-West Consultants. Combining deep expertise in municipal plan reviews and structural engineering, the practice provides architectural and engineering design, building code plan reviews, forensic consulting, and specialized inspection services across the western United States.
- Established
- 2018
- Firm type
- Architecture & Engineering · Structural Engineering · Forensic Engineering
Credentials
ICC Plans Examiner · ICC Building Inspector · ICC Special Inspector
People
James HorneStructural Engineer
Capabilities
Architectural and Engineering Design
Service websiteProfessional design and engineering solutions tailored to commercial, industrial, and residential structural requirements.
- Architectural Design
Custom planning and design services for new commercial builds, renovations, and residential structures.
- Structural Engineering
Analysis, failure investigations, and specialty design engineering utilizing cold-formed steel and advanced material concepts.
Code Consulting and Plan Review
Service websiteComprehensive building code compliance, third-party reviews, and optimization services for complex projects.
- Building Code Plan Review
Full architectural and engineering reviews performed by licensed professionals for municipalities and state agencies.
- Peer Review and Value Engineering
Independent structural and architectural reviews focusing on design coordination, construction sequencing, and cost optimization.
- State Buildings Programs
Authorized inspections and code review services for facilities owned by the State of Colorado.
Inspections and Consulting
Service websiteField evaluations, forensic investigations, and specialized services to ensure safety and structural integrity.
- Special Inspections
Certified construction evaluations, including specialized steel testing, to verify compliance with safety standards.
- Forensic Consulting and Expert Witness
Investigation of structural failures, roof assessments, and professional testimony for legal and insurance evaluations.
Industries
Commercial · Retail · Manufacturing · Multifamily Residential · Residential · Education · Healthcare · Hospitality · Government
Projects
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