Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Expert Structural Engineering Solutions in the Bay Area
Huntington Design Associates has built a reputation over 70 years of delivering thorough and reliable structural engineering design. Our firm combines a legacy of constructible design with innovation, ensuring projects meet exacting technical requirements while maintaining aesthetic integrity. Founded in 1949 by Bert G. Huntington, our expertise in steel fabrication and contracting laid the foundation for buildable, economical designs. Craig G. Huntington expanded this vision in 1983, introducing innovative tensioned fabric structures and complex concrete solutions from renowned firms like Geiger Berger Associates and T.Y. Lin International. Recognized for designing unusual and specialized structures, we emphasize careful detailing, regulatory compliance, and coordination among multidisciplinary teams. Our work spans new buildings, seismic upgrades, and iconic fabric tension structures, including the 4.5 million sq. ft.Jeddah Hajj Airport Terminal. Craig Huntington, a Fellow of the American Society of Civil Engineers and licensed in 22 states, has authored industry-defining publications and received awards from the California Preservation Foundation and Industrial Fabrics Association International. We prioritize technical excellence, visual elegance, and client collaboration to transform challenging projects into successful, enduring structures.
Services
Tensioned Fabric Structures
Building Structures
Building Envelope
Structural Specialties
Details
- Year established: 1949
Highlights and features
- We have 70+ years of experience in structural engineering and fabric tension structures.
- Our team includes ASCE Fellow Craig G. Huntington, licensed in 22 states.
- We specialize in seismic upgrades and complex concrete systems.
- Our designs combine technical precision with visual elegance.
- We have authored industry-defining publications and won multiple awards.
Services
Tensioned Fabric Structures
We design state-of-the-art tensioned fabric structures requiring advanced computational modeling and aesthetic sensitivity. Our expertise ensures structural integrity while meeting architectural vision. Clients benefit from exposed, elegant detailing that merges form and function for applications like canopies, terminals, and event spaces.
Building Structures
Our 70-year legacy includes structural design for commercial, residential, and industrial buildings. We specialize in seismic upgrades and alterations, emphasizing coordination between design elements. Clients receive durable, economical solutions that adapt to evolving regulatory and functional demands across new and existing structures.
Building Envelope
We engineer high-performance building envelopes with materials like concrete panels, aluminum curtain walls, and stainless steel facades. Our systems accommodate thermal and seismic movement while maintaining visual appeal. Clients gain durable, code-compliant exteriors that enhance building functionality and energy efficiency.
Structural Specialties
Our team addresses non-standard structural challenges involving composite materials, photovoltaics, and industrial applications. We integrate structural analysis with non-structural technologies for unique solutions. Clients benefit from innovative reinforcement systems and components tailored to complex architectural and engineering requirements.
People
Craig G. Huntington
President
Craig G. Huntington leads Huntington Design Associates since 1983, specializing in tensioned fabric structures and concrete systems. A Fellow of the American Society of Civil Engineers and licensed in 22 states, he authored 'The Tensioned Fabric Roof' and received awards from the California Preservation Foundation and Industrial Fabrics Association International.
Questions
What types of projects does Huntington Design Associates specialize in?
We specialize in tensioned fabric structures, building structures, building envelopes, and structural specialties. Our expertise includes seismic upgrades, complex concrete systems, and iconic fabric roofs for commercial, residential, and industrial applications.
How long has Huntington Design Associates been in business?
Founded in 1949 by Bert G. Huntington, we have 70+ years of experience delivering structural engineering solutions. Craig G. Huntington has led the firm since 1983, expanding its focus on innovative tensioned fabric structures.
What sets Huntington Design Associates apart from other engineering firms?
Our unique combination of technical precision, aesthetic sensitivity, and 70+ years of experience distinguishes us. We prioritize buildable designs, regulatory compliance, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to deliver enduring, visually striking structures.
Does Huntington Design Associates handle international projects?
Yes, our work includes international projects like the 4.5 million sq. ft. Jeddah Hajj Airport Terminal. We apply our expertise in tensioned fabric structures and complex systems to meet global regulatory and environmental challenges.
What professional accreditations does the firm hold?
Craig G. Huntington is a Fellow of the American Society of Civil Engineers, licensed in California and 21 other states. The firm has received awards from the California Preservation Foundation and Industrial Fabrics Association International for technical and aesthetic excellence.
