Non-structural elements (NSEs) are those elements within a building that are not considered to be part of either the primary or secondary structural systems. Examples of non-structural elements include components such as mechanical and electrical plant, ducting, pipework, cable trays,…

Client: Sanfords Date: 2016-2018 Location: Auckland CBD Role: Structural Assessment and Strengthening About the project: Lautrec was initially commissioned to provide a Detailed Seismic Assessment ‘DSA’ on this iconic building which is a 100 year old two-storey structure of mixed construction, predominately reinforced…

Client: Plumbing World Date: 2014-2016 Location: Christchurch Role: Structural About the project: Lautrec provided the structural design including seismic compliance for this commercial redevelopment.  Existing lateral restraints were removed to open up the showroom access and a two storey extension was added to provide a…

It is important to know how buildings will perform during an earthquake and the risks associated with seismically compromised structures. Lautrec has carried out hundreds of seismic assessments and reviews throughout New Zealand and is able to provide you with…

Client: Inovo Date: 2014-present Location: Nationwide Role: Structural As part of the IAG settlement programme, Lautrec was commissioned by Inovo to provide the structural damage reporting and detailed remediation design for the programme.  Since starting in 2014 we have assessed over 350…