East Mountain Drive
Santa Barbara, CA · Residential
Project details
A custom estate residential engineering project featured in the practice's custom residential portfolio.
Doyle-Morgan Structural Engineering, Inc.
Responsive, Reliable, Reputable Structural Engineering for Estate and Custom Homes
About the firm
Doyle-Morgan Structural Engineering, Inc. (DMSE) is a Santa Barbara-based licensed structural engineering and consulting practice specializing in the new construction and remodeling of estate and custom homes. Founded in February 2000 by principal engineer Morgan Prescott Jones, DMSE provides structural engineering services to architects, private owners, contractors, civil engineers, and public organizations. DMSE is known for close client collaboration, responsiveness, and cost-efficient design on projects ranging from large estate homes and commercial buildings to unique special projects such as private bridges, observatories, and historic structure rehabilitation.
- Established
- 2000
- Team
- Micro
- Firm type
- Structural Engineering
Credentials
California Licensed Civil Engineer (CE License C46678) · California Licensed Structural Engineer (SE License S4169) · Hawaii Licensed Professional Engineer - Structural Classification (PE 16817)
People
Morgan Prescott JonesPrincipal Engineer and Owner
Capabilities
New Construction and Additions
DMSE designs structural systems for new buildings and major expansions, ensuring structural integrity and code compliance from design through construction.
- Estate and Custom Residential Design
- Commercial and Industrial Buildings
- Structural Systems in Steel, Concrete, Masonry, and Timber
Remodeling and Renovation
Structural engineering solutions support structural modifications and additions to existing buildings, preserving design intent while ensuring structural safety.
- Residential Remodels and Additions
- Commercial Building Alterations
Seismic Evaluation and Retrofitting
DMSE provides structural assessments and seismic upgrade designs to improve the safety and earthquake resilience of existing buildings.
- Seismic Retrofit of Existing Structures
- Soft Story Retrofit
- Seismic Bracing During Construction
Historic Structure Rehabilitation
Specialized engineering services help restore and alter historic properties, balancing modern building code compliance with preservation standards.
- Repair and Alteration of Historic Structures
- Historical Restoration
Damage Evaluation and Repair
Post-damage structural investigations and repair designs assist property owners in safe rehabilitation and rebuilding efforts.
- Structural Damage Assessment
- Repair Design and Rebuild Consulting
Retaining Walls and Civil Structures
DMSE designs retaining walls, bridges, and other earth-retaining systems to manage challenging site topography and access requirements.
- Retaining Wall Design
- Private Vehicular and Pedestrian Bridges
Special and Unique Projects
Custom structural design supports non-traditional installations, including specialty foundations, astronomical observatories, and outdoor athletic facilities.
- Tennis and Basketball Courts
- Observatories
- Sculpture Foundations
- Pavilions and Enclosures
Plan Checking and Peer Review
Independent engineering reviews help public agencies and project teams verify structural plan compliance with applicable building codes.
- Structural Plan Check
- Peer Review Services
Industries
Residential · Commercial · Education · Senior Living
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