University of Maryland, Baltimore - Robert Bogomolny Library
Baltimore, MD · Education · Client: University of Maryland, Baltimore
Engineering the envelope
Coleman Consulting LLC is a focused building envelope engineering practice serving the Baltimore and mid-Atlantic region. Coleman Consulting provides full-spectrum investigation, analysis, design, design peer review, construction assistance, and failure investigation of building envelope components from foundation to roof. Its work spans large commercial, institutional, and governmental buildings, ranging from historic structures to modern pressure-balanced rainscreen curtainwall assemblies. Founded in 2008 by licensed Professional Engineers Pamela and Christopher Coleman, the practice brings decades of building envelope expertise to campuses, hospitals, courthouses, and multi-family properties.
Pamela S. ColemanOwner
Christopher R. ColemanChief Engineer
Evaluates exterior wall assemblies, roofs, and foundations to pinpoint the root causes of performance failures.
Evaluates the physical state and performance of existing envelope systems.
Diagnoses active water leakage and drafts remedial solutions.
Analyzes structural and material distress within building assemblies.
Identifies systemic moisture issues using targeted diagnostic testing.
Develops detailed plans and specifications for repair, rehabilitation, and new construction of building enclosure systems.
Creates detailed design documentation for replacing deteriorated or failing roofs.
Develops designs to replace existing fenestration systems for improved performance.
Engineers high-performance glazed assemblies and pressure-balanced rainscreens.
Designs moisture-proofing systems for plazas, foundations, and below-grade walls.
Designs windows and framing systems to meet anti-terrorism force protection standards.
Evaluates construction drawings and specifications to identify potential performance risks and suggest enhancements before construction begins.
Assists clients during construction to verify that building envelope systems are installed in accordance with design requirements.
Provides support, answers requests for information, and reviews submittals.
Performs systematic testing to confirm building envelope performance.
Drafts detailed technical standards and testing protocols for critical envelope components such as air barriers.
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