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SERVICES

STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING

Sullivan Hall specialise in the field of Structural Engineering. We have become renowned for our empathy and ability to collaborate with the architectural and construction team to achieve the form required to deliver remarkable buildings.

At Sullivan Hall we are fortunate to have such a well-versed technical team with significant experience in a broad realm of areas. We are proactive in our role, working in alignment with Architects, Owners, Contractors, Developers, other Consultants and Territorial Authorities to deliver solutions that impress.

We provide structural solutions for bespoke Architectural forms, including high-end residential and commercial buildings where the same compassion to architectural form is being sought, in a range of materials and structural systems.

We work closely with other disciplines including geotechnical, MEP and fire specialists to provide a unified solution for any project. With resources available from our three national offices and through our close professional network, Sullivan Hall are well positioned to manage the demand of projects of any scale.

RESIDENTIAL

RESIDENTIAL DESIGN

At Sullivan Hall facilitating great form and remarkable buildings is what drives us. Our roots are based in the delivery of high-end architecturally designed residential builds where form governs.

We are motivated to provide a structural engineering solution that harmonises with the architectural vision on these complex homes. Through our early engagement, co-ordinated approach, and collaborative design process we deliver results that will impress any Architect or Designer. Through our BIM process and increased level of development, we create workable solutions that result in a smoother consenting and construction process.

We offer civil engineering design services for residential projects allowing you to have a complete design service package.

COMMERCIAL

COMMERCIAL DESIGN

As our strength and proficiency became apparent in the realm of high-end architecture, Sullivan Halls skill set has been increasingly sought after for projects of a commercial nature where the same high level of empathy to architectural form is desired.

At Sullivan Hall, we provide structural solutions for commercial buildings, with knowledge in a range of material topologies and structural systems, including low damage ductile systems. With our emphasise on collaboration and co-ordination, we are an ideal fit with other consultants. Our high level of documentation feeds seamlessly into their processes, resulting in an informative and truly representative documentation set of your project.

THERMAL MODELLING

THERMAL MODELLING TO OPTIMISE DESIGN & EXCEED H1 COMPLIANCE

Enhance Your Architectural Vision with Sullivan Hall’s Thermal Modelling Services

At Sullivan Hall, we are thrilled to collaborate with architects, offering Thermal Modelling Services that support your designs for seamless H1 compliance. As experienced structural engineers, we are uniquely positioned to integrate this information into the structural design, ensuring a fully coordinated and smarter building solution.

Unlike the conventional schedule method many architects still rely on, our cutting edge approach utilises both modelling and calculation methods. This ensures a comprehensive assessment of your building’s thermal performance, focusing on the areas that have the most impact on heating and cooling loads. This precision means you avoid over-insulating where it’s unnecessary, saving on construction costs and improving long-term energy efficiency.

Why Architects Choose Sullivan Hall’s Thermal Modelling Services

Accurate Energy Performance Forecasts

Understand the energy efficiency of your designs before construction begins.

Custom R-Values for Complex Geometries

Generate accurate R-values for unique design features, ensuring compliance without compromising on creativity.

Cost-Effective Insulation Strategies

Focus on insulation where it matters most, minimising waste and construction costs.

Enhanced Occupant Comfort

Improve the comfort of occupants through better thermal regulation.

Exceed H1 Code Requirements

Ensure your designs not only meet but exceed New Zealand’s H1 building code, elevating your project to a world class standard, all while achieving your architectural vision.

Environmentally Responsible Solutions

Reducing building waste with unnecessary materials, reduce lifetime energy costs and lowering carbon footprint.

Partnering with Sullivan Hall will ensure that your designs are optimised for energy efficiency and compliance without sacrificing aesthetic or functional goals. Let’s work together to enhance your projects with smart, effective thermal solutions that are future-focused, sustainable, efficient, and environmentally responsible. Please contact Lindsay Muir at [email protected] or call on 021 794 517 to see how Sullivan Hall can positively impact your build.

BIM

BUILDING INFORMATION MODELING

At Sullivan Hall, the use of BIM is an essential part of the way we operate. We embrace Integrated Project Delivery as a future standard for all projects. We use BIM to carry out our design and documentation processes and to seamlessly integrate and collaborate across disciplines.

Our BIM and drafting processes are conducted primarily in Autodesk AEC building suite software by our skilled inhouse team of technicians. This facilitates the provision of BIM, creating a digital representation of the physical structure. The data contained within BIM files can be used for design development, coordination, and scheduling, providing greater understanding and visualization of the project, resulting in fewer site RFI’s for clients and builders alike.

Other key internal benefits have been found in communication, decision making, accuracy and inter-discipline working. To this end we encourage the sharing of BIM files with external consultants to allow us to deliver a fully co-ordinated project to our clients.

The benefits of BIM gained during the design process are amplified on site, resulting in saved valuable time and money.

SEISMIC

SEISMIC ASSESSMENT AND STRENGTHENING

Sullivan Hall has the capacity to provide specialist seismic assessment and strengthening design of your building assets. We conduct seismic assessment of existing buildings including heritage, commercial, industrial and residential buildings.

We engage with all stakeholders to ensure the structural solution presented imposes the minimum distribution. We develop strengthening schemes from initial concept through to full consent documentation. This allows you, as the building owner, to make an informed decision as to the feasibility of a project, balancing your investment with projected returns.

HERITAGE

Sullivan Hall’s empathy for architectural form translates seamlessly to the needs of heritage buildings. We are enthusiastic about saving and showcasing the history of our built environment.

We enjoy the process of developing discrete structural solutions that do not detract from the existing. We have a wealth of experience in carrying out strengthening and commercial fitouts of heritage and older period buildings.

PEER REVIEW

At Sullivan Hall we offer our peer review services to other consultants. We carry out both structural and regulatory reviews of designs. We can offer concept design and feasibility reviews and report on value engineering options.

We can make available producer statements (PS-2) for Peer Review to submit to territorial authorities assisting with the consenting process.

MONITORING

CONSTRUCTION MONITORING

With the geographical spread of our offices, Sullivan Hall is well placed to act as observer on behalf of other consultants. We can conduct full site inspections as well as inspections of fabricated elements at fabrication plants.

Upon completion of any monitoring regime, we provide reports tailored to your specified requirements.