Multifamily Building One-Stop Architecture & Engineering Solution in California

Quality that’s affordable

Excellent customer service and turnaround time

Ability to start a project whenever you are ready!

I hired Design Everest(DE) to do an engineering study with lateral analysis for an addition on a second story of a townhouse(so...complicated).
I got three quotes, two from solo engineers and another from DE. The prices was very similar (actually DE was the lowest,but barely so). The solo engineers both had very limited customer service skills, was slow to respond, and/or seemed offended by my requests to communicate the need to keep townhouse limitations in mind when drawing up the engineering. One even tried to upsell me on his hardware.
DE is a company that puts itself between you and the engineer - which is a good thing i found. They respond quickly all the time with good customer service. The engineer (who I never needed to speak with directly besides the site visit) got my townhouse concerns through them and was able to make an appropriate plan that wasn't too complicated without further word from me.
When the city asked for some further calculations, they responded with their timeline promptly and delivered an update.
Next time I have need of an engineer.I"ll go straight to DE. See more

- Gabe O. Sunnyvale, CA

Two-unit Condominium, Imperial Beach, CA

Two-unit condominium, one with 2,086 sq.ft. and other unit with 1,460 sq.ft of living space with both units having 3 beds and 3 baths
We prepared the Structural Engineering and Civil Engineering plans including Grading, Drainage, and Erosion Control Plan
Each units also have a two-car garage along with separated roof decks

Interior remodel, San Jose, CA

Architecture and Structural Engineering for a Kitchen and Bathroom remodel of a duplex condominium unit.

Shipley condominiums, San Francisco, CA

YEAR: 2019
Architect: Stanley Saitowitz
Estimated construction cost: $1M
A new ground-up residential building
Structural engineering for an entirely new four-story + basement concrete building housing 24 residential units
Area of 37,000 sq. ft.
Ongoing project

Exterior Remodel, San Francisco, CA

Exterior remodel of a 15 story building
Developer: Mosser

Multi-unit Residential, Imperial Beach, CA

Total six-unit townhouses with three floors and 4 units with 2,086 sq.ft. space and 2 units with 1,460 sq.ft of living space with both these type of units have 4 beds and 3 baths
We prepared the Structural Engineering plans for this project
Each unit also has almost ~500 sq.ft. garage on the ground floor

Seismic Retrofit & Remodel, San Francisco, CA

Delivered the architecture (via a partner), engineering, and Title 24 energy permit calculations

Soft-story Retrofit of an apartment building, Los Angeles, CA

Soft-story retrofit of a 67 unit, 3-Story multifamily apartment building
Addition of four Simpson Ordinary Moment Frame on the south side of the building
Moment Frame is added to the open space on the ground floor
Two isolated footings each connected with a tie beam were added for each Moment Frame

Soft-story retrofit of a 7 unit apartment building, Los Angeles, CA

Delivered the engineering for the seismic retrofit of a 7 unit, 2-Story multifamily apartment building
Addition of one Simpson Ordinary Moment Frame in the Southside of the building
Moment Frame is added to the open space on the ground floor
Two isolated footings each connected with a tie beam was added for each Moment Frame

Soft-story retrofit of a 35 unit apartment building, Los Angeles, CA

35 unit 2-Story multifamily apartment building
Delivered the engineering for the seismic retrofit
Addition of two Simpson Ordinary Moment Frame in the south side of the building
Moment Frame is added to the open space on the ground floor
Two isolated footings each connected with a tie beam was added for each Moment Frame

Soft-story retrofit of a 34 unit apartment building, Los Angeles, CA

34 unit 2-Story multifamily apartment building
Addition of two Simpson Ordinary Moment Frame in the south side of the building
Moment Frame is added to the open space on the ground floor
Two isolated footings each connected with a tie beam was added for each Moment Frame

Multi-unit Residential, San Gabriel, CA

We prepared the Civil Engineering plans for the access ramp to the underground parking

Licensed and Experienced in Architecture and Engineering of Multifamily & Buildings

We are experienced with working on small remodeling projects of a single unit of a multifamily complex to building a new apartment complex from the ground-up. Have a look at our service offerings for the below mentioned project types:

Feasibility Study

Are you working on a new affordable housing project? Or a new townhouse/ building? You have no idea if the city authorities will approve the plans or the design you have in mind. We can help you with the Feasibility Study for your building. We can prepare a realistic site plan, and Design Everest can develop schematic floor plans and massing of buildings beyond a basic conceptual design, allowing for City’s preliminary feedback on:

Setbacks
Height limitations
Landscape areas
Amenities
Driveways
Parking layout and count
Fire Department access lanes and turnarounds
Open spaces

Ground-Up Services

Thinking of adding a new building to your portfolio? We offer complete pre-construction services to transform your wish into a reality. Our multi-functional team of Project Managers, Engineers, and Architects can support you from planning to completion. We are experienced in design and engineering for various types of multifamily projects (apartments, townhouses, lofts and other types) from the ground-up in the Bay Area and all the way to San Diego

Structural Engineering for the new ground-up Townhouse in Sunnyvale, CA.

Structural and Civil Engineering for the new ground-up at San Diego, CA.

Seismic Retrofit Services

Want to know if your building requires retrofitting? Want to comply with your city’s retrofit mandate? Seismic retrofitting is about reinforcing a building to make it less likely to be damaged after an earthquake. We can do all the necessary structural enhancements required for seismic retrofit to protect structures like all types of multifamily buildings. We have worked in the cities of San Francisco, Los Angeles, Oakland, Palo Alto and others to help owners to comply with the cities’ mandates.

Soft Story Retrofit for an existing apartment complex at Los Angeles, CA.

Remodeling Services

Want to open up your kitchen or dining space? Want to give a new look to your bedroom or bathroom? Remodeling a single unit in a multifamily building has limited options but even small changes can give a completely new look to your home. We have significant experience in doing remodeling jobs.

Architecture and Structural Engineering for the kitchen and bathroom remodel of a unit at San Jose, CA.

Unit Conversion Services

Want to increase your rental income? Change the configuration of your building to increase the number of units and get more revenue. Unit Conversion can be a fairly straight forward project and can be completed quickly. We have worked extensively with Mosser Companies and completed the projects quickly to get their units available for rent at the earliest.

Multi-Unit ADU Services

Have unused space in your building? Convert it to small ADU units which can help you get more rental income.

The Process at Design Everest

Consultation
- Our Architects and Engineers will first understand your requirements and objectives.
- We then can work out the complete scope of the project.
- If required, we can consult with your city to understand the local laws
Quick Turnaround
- Agreeing on the scope, we will produce the designs and engineering for your project
- A Project Manager is assigned to help and guide you throughout the process
- Our on-demand technical team will work quickly and efficiently to get your project completed at the earliest
Way Forward
- We will provide a set of drawings that you may submit to the city to obtain the required permits
- Our fixed fee includes addressing all city comments (if any) on our plans and in our scope of work until the permit is approved.
- Next, we can connect you with reputable contractors in your area, so you can get started with your project right away.

Get Started With Your Project Success!

Why choose Design Everest?

Experience & value engineering
A true one-stop pre-construction service provider with experience in a wide range of specializations namely:
- Architecture
- 3D Rendering and Modelling
- Structural Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- MEP Engineering
- Permit Submission
- Construction Administration Support at the time of Construction
We can provide you any or all of the listed services as per the requirement of your project.
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Responsiveness and quick turnaround

A dedicated Project Manager is assigned to you who is available throughout your project. The Project Manager will always keep you apprised of the progress and push to get your project completed in time. We also have a strong Customer Support Team to help you along the way till the permit is approved by the City.

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Ability to take on a project anytime

Our on-demand technical team is ready to take up your project at any given time across California.
Breadth of Experience

Our highly experienced California-certified technical team has worked on hundreds of projects in the Multi-Family realm.