Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH)

SGH’s Paul Rosenstrauch, P.E., Taryn Williams, Erin Venard, Torii Snortum Haney, and Helena Currie (not pictured) recently attended the 2025 APT Northeast Annual Symposium in Saratoga Springs, NY. The group gathered at the historic Canfield Casino to listen to presentations about historic preservation projects and themes deeply intertwined with their geographic locations.

The Boston Society for Architecture (BSA) recently honored multiple SGH projects as winners in their 2024 BSA Design Awards program. We are proud to contribute multidisciplinary engineering services to these projects alongside our architect and client partners. Congratulations to our team members! - Roxbury Branch of the Boston Public Library Renovation: 2024 Harleston Parker Medal (Utile, Inc) - New England Biolabs Garden Site Facility Expansion: Built Design Excellence, Award of Merit, Commercial Facilities (ARC/Architectural Resources Cambridge) - Downtown Cary Park: Built Design Excellence, Honor (MACHADO SILVETTI) - Iron Horse Park Operations Control Center: Small Firm Commendation, Institutional & Cultural Facilities (Taylor & Burns Architects) https://lnkd.in/dHZEYmn9 Photo 1 by Robert Benson Photo 2 by Tzu Chen Photo 3 by Damianos Photography

Gund Hall at Harvard University’s Graduate School of Design just got a major upgrade—enhancing energy efficiency, comfort, and sustainability while preserving its architectural legacy. Thoughtful prioritization, early collaboration, and smart design choices ensured a seamless transformation. The best part? The most impactful changes are nearly invisible, proving that great design stands the test of time. SGH provided structural and building enclosure services to reinvigorate the notable structure. https://lnkd.in/dvyziHNH

SGH shareholders recently gathered in San Diego, CA, to reflect on SGH’s success, connect with fellow leaders, and chart an exciting path forward. Through engaging presentations, dynamic discussions, and memorable social activities, the group embraced both personal and professional growth—setting the stage for an even brighter future! View the full album on our Facebook page: https://lnkd.in/eqyPvWkT

SGH’s Clemente Zamarripa, P.E., Paul Sujka, P.E., Michael Narcis, Christopher Grey, P.E., Amrish Patel, and Corey Wowk, AIA gathered in Orlando, FL, at this year’s IIBEC International Convention & Trade Show, hosted by the International Institute of Building Enclosure Consultants’ (IIBEC). The group participated in several technical sessions focused on building enclosure design and approaches.

🌊 How do you design and maintain marine structures for long-term performance? Industrial marine structures—from waterfront terminals to port facilities—face harsh environmental conditions, dynamic loading, and extreme weather events. In our next “Industrial Insights” webinar session, SGH experts will explore seismic design, mooring systems, and construction strategies to improve durability and safety: https://lnkd.in/gGcJPEG5 Join us on March 26 to hear our team members cover a range of topics: 🌊 How marine structures are unique – William Bruin 🚢 Types of marine structures & loading – Alfredo Rivera 🌍 Seismic assessment & design – Julie Galbraith ⚓ Mooring & berthing systems – Rune Iversen 🏗 Marine staged construction with precast concrete – Carlos E. Ospina Register today! #IndustrialInsights #MarineEngineering #SeismicDesign #WaterfrontInfrastructure #Ports #SGH #WebinarSeries

The extensive renovation at The Frick Collection carefully modernized the landmark while preserving its historic character. SGH is honored to have served as structural engineer of record and provided building enclosure services for this remarkable project, which includes a newly accessible second floor, a stunning marble staircase, and a below-grade auditorium. 

Join SGH’s Matthew Bronski from March 19 – 22 at Preserving the Recent Past 4 (PRP4) in Boston, MA. The conference will provide a new forum to share the latest strategies for identifying, protecting, and conserving significant structures and sites from the recent past. Matthew will present two sessions: “Iconic Buildings, Iconic Details: Mid-Century Modernist Academic Buildings” and the Special Plenary Session, “Renewing the Avant-Garde.” https://lnkd.in/dfU7mYhF #historicpreservation

🔥 Your home’s last line of defense: Exterior walls. 🔥 When wildfire strikes, your walls stand between the flames and your home’s interior. Homes with noncombustible siding like fiber cement or stucco are far more likely to survive than those with wood or vinyl. Fire-resistant choices matter: ✅ Use noncombustible or ignition-resistant materials 🔥 Ensure walls meet a minimum 1-hour fire rating A strong exterior can prevent fire from entering a structure. Will your home’s walls hold the line? Learn more about key wildfire take-aways in this article from SGH’s Nate Wittasek, David Jacoby, and Madison Di Vico, EIT: https://lnkd.in/eK6JQS5c #WildfireResilience #FireSafeHomes

Mass timber framing has emerged as an increasingly popular option for construction projects across the United States. In this “Introduction to Mass Timber” course from the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB), SGH’s Eric Ober provides an introduction to the products used, shares important considerations for those pursuing these projects, and concludes with a case study. https://lnkd.in/eECui2B9