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Engineering Design
Rigorous structural, seismic, and MEP engineering engineered for Nepalese geological conditions
Integrated structural analysis, seismic resilience, geotechnical coordination, and mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems delivering safety, efficiency, and longevity.
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Engineering Discipline
In Nepal, engineering is not an afterthought to architecture; it is the bedrock of survival and performance. Operating in one of the world’s most seismically active mountain belts demands unwavering technical discipline.
Our engineering team works hand-in-hand with our architects from Day One. Rather than forcing structural columns into completed architectural layouts, we conceive the load-bearing hierarchy as an intrinsic element of the building’s aesthetic identity and spatial flow.
Scope of practice
Core capabilities
- Seismic Resistant Structural Design (IS / NBC / ACI Codes)
- Reinforced Concrete & Structural Steel Design
- Foundation & Geotechnical Engineering Coordination
- HVAC & Thermal Comfort Engineering
- Electrical Distribution & Low-Voltage Systems
- Plumbing, Drainage & Rainwater Harvesting
- Fire Life Safety & Egress Engineering
Tangible outputs
Project deliverables
- Structural Calculation Reports & ETABS / SAP2000 Models
- Structural Working Drawings & Rebar Schedules
- Integrated MEP Layouts, Single-Line Diagrams & Schedules
- Seismic Vulnerability & Structural Audit Reports
How we work
Our process
A disciplined, staged framework ensuring technical rigour from initial brief through to on-site handover.
- 01
Geotechnical & Structural Brief
Reviewing soil bearing capacity, seismicity parameters, wind loads, and dead/live architectural requirements.
- 02
Computational Modeling
Developing 3D structural analysis models to evaluate lateral drift, torsional irregularity, and load distribution.
- 03
Member Sizing & Detailing
Sizing beams, columns, shear walls, and foundations with ductile detailing to ensure seismic energy dissipation.
- 04
MEP Coordination
Clash detection and routing coordination between structural elements and mechanical, electrical, and plumbing conduits.
- 05
Site Quality Assurance
Inspecting reinforcement cage layout, concrete pour stages, and structural steel connections during construction.
In practice
Related projects
Selected commissions demonstrating our engineering design expertise in the field.
All projects
Ready to discuss your engineering design project?
Whether planning a new development, requiring structural engineering review, or designing an interior environment, our multidisciplinary team is available to evaluate your parameters.
Or write to hello@dsketchbook.com.np call +977 985-1277639