2008 - SEAOSD

2008
EXCELLENCE IN STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING AWARDS
The Structural Engineers Association of San Diego (SEAOSD) recently recognized six recipients of the 2008
Excellence in Structural Engineering Awards. Recognition was given for creativity and innovation in design,
efficiency in use of materials and labor, suitability of the design to the performance objectives of the project, and
addressing any unusual challenges of the project. Project submissions were judged by a panel of three structural
engineers: Beth Kueter of Bentley, Don Libby of Martin and Libby, and John Walsh of Walsh Engineering.
Special Use Structures
Monkey Trails and Forest Tales
Architect: Nadel Architects
Structural Engineer: Arcon Engineers
Contractor: Worley Construction
This project involves the complete remodel of the heart of
the San Diego Zoo, and is the largest undertaking by the
zoo to date. It encompasses an area of 3.5 acres, replacing
some of the oldest and most antiquated zoo exhibits.
Guests can walk along elevated walkways under the forest
canopy and follow gradual ramps, stairs or an elevator to
access additional pathways along the forest floor.
Historic Preservation
Candy Factory
Architect: Studio E Architects
Structural Engineer: KPFF Consulting Engineers
Contractor: TSA Contracting
Maintaining much of the original façade, this 3,000square-foot, 3-story, un-reinforced brick building, a rarity
in Southern California, has been restored and revitalized.
Two staircases, an elevator, a roof deck, interior walls, and
skylights were added to enhance the existing structure. It
will significantly contribute to the character of the
Ballpark District.
Retrofit/Alteration
The Marketplace at Liberty Station
Architect: Nadel Architects
Structural Engineer: Curry Price Court
Contractor: Legacy Building Services, Inc.
Three military barracks and a mess hall were converted
into a vibrant retail center and office space while
maintaining the character of these historically significant
structures. The existing buildings, originally constructed
with non-ductile concrete frames and hollow clay tile infill
walls, were strengthened in accordance with the State
Historic Building Code.
New Construction
Qualcomm Morehouse Campus Building ‘N’
Architects| Delawie Wilkes Rodrigues Barker
Structural Engineer: Hope Engineering
Contractor: Roel Construction
Building ‘N’ consists of an office tower with a rooftop
helistop and an adjacent 534-seat lecture / symphony
concert hall. The tower includes a seven-story atrium
enclosed by a cable net glass curtain wall. The atrium
and lobby form a column-free space of nearly 100 feet
by 50 feet, providing a dramatic entry into
Qualcomm’s corporate headquarters.
New Construction: Certificate of Merit
Diamond View Tower
Architect: Carrier Johnson
Structural Engineer: KPFF Consulting Engineers
Contractor: Reno Contracting
Diamond View Tower offers gorgeous views of Petco
Park, San Diego Bay, and the Coronado Bridge. The
podium of the tower complements the historical
buildings present with a brick façade, while the spire
sports an elegant, contemporary glass and steel skin.
Landmark Structures
40 Million Gallon Twin Oaks Reservoir No. 2
Structural Engineer: DYK Inc.
Consulting Engineer: Infrastructure Engineering Corp
Contractor: DYK Inc.
The Vallecitos Water District, located in San Marcos,
services approximately 86,650 residents in a 45 square
mile area. This project set a new world record as the
largest prestressed concrete potable water tank in the
world. The District more than doubled their storage
capacity on site. Innovative design features such as
tapered walls, anchored flexible connections, and posttensioning technology were integrated into the tank.