Advanced Performance based Seismic Analysis of Evans Hall
University of California Berkeley, Evans Hall
Degenkolb performed an advanced, performance-based seismic analysis of Evans Hall, a 10-story, concrete shear wall building constructed in 1971 with a two-story basement. This work was conducted as part of Degenkolb’s campus-wide evaluation of buildings for UCOP Seismic Policy compliance. The evaluation was performed using ASCE-41 Tier 3 guidelines. The non-linear analysis provided more detail needed to estimate strengthening costs compared to replacement options under the UC Seismic Policy Criteria.
Project Stats
Client
Ratcliff Architects,
University of California,
Completion Date
2018
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Staff on the Project
Elena Good
Project Engineer
I love spending time outside – hiking, running, climbing, anything! ...
Ray Pugliesi
Senior Principal
I enjoy boating and tinkering on projects at our ‘family’ cabin ...
Alex Barnes
Associate
Oakland
- (510) 250-1213
- abarnes@degenkolb.com
Education
Bachelor of Science Architectural Engineering – Cal Poly
Master of Applied Science Civil Engineering – University of British Columbia
Registration
Professional Engineer State of Oregon #92818PE
Why did you go into Engineering?
My love of math and problem solving accompanied with the influence from my high school architecture teacher who was a retired Boeing Engineer.
Little Known Fact
I am deathly afraid of snakes.
Question of the Day
What’s your favorite team?
Seattle Mariners
- B.S., Architectural Engineering, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, 2009
- MASc, Civil Engineering, University of British Columbia, 2014
- CA, Civil Engineer, License No. 90783
- OR, Civil Engineer, License No. 92818PE
Why did you go into Engineering?
My passion for problem solving accompanied with the influence from my high school architecture teacher who was a retired Boeing Engineer.
Little Known Fact
I am deathly afraid of snakes.
What’s your favorite team?
Seattle Mariners
David Lam
Project Engineer
Oakland
- (510) 250-1229
- dlam@degenkolb.com
Education
B.S., Civil Engineering, UC Berkeley
M.S., Civil Engineering, UC Berkeley
Why did you go into Structural Engineering?
Soon after transferring to UC Berkeley, I joined the Steel Bridge Team. I really enjoyed my experience with the team so pursuing a career in structural engineering seemed like the right fit for me.
Little Known Fact
Back in high school I had an afro. A very large afro.
What's your favorite team?
Giants, 49ers, and Warriors!
Elena Good
Project Engineer
Oakland
- (510) 250-1235
- egood@degenkolb.com
Education
M.S., Structural Engineering, Mechanics and Materials, UC Berkeley
B.S., Architectural Engineering, Cal Poly San Luis Obispo
Why did you go into structural engineering?
After experiencing the 2001 Nisqually earthquake first-hand, I was amazed at the power of earthquakes and the possibility that buildings and structures could be designed to withstand them. I think seismic design is fascinating and it is rewarding to be a part of a field that aims to save lives and prevent destruction.
Little Known Fact
I love spending time outside – hiking, running, climbing, anything! Before beginning my career as an engineer, I was a trip leader for multi-day sea kayak expeditions for teens in the San Juan Islands.
What’s your favorite way to get to work?
Biking!
Erik Moore
Associate
Oakland
- (510) 250-1306
- emoore@degenkolb.com
Education
M.S., Civil Engineering, UC Berkley
B.S., Civil Engineering, Cal Poly San Luis Obispo
Registration
CA, Civil Engineer, License No. 86660
Why did you go into structural engineering?
During summers in high school, I volunteered for Habitat for Humanity in eastern Washington. I’ll never forget the feeling of accomplishment; seeing the house take shape as we framed the walls, and lifted the trusses into place. This love of building, paired with an affinity for physics and math, and structural engineering was a perfect fit.
Little Known Fact
I once did a solo bike trip down the coast of Tasmania. Saw plenty of wombats, wallabies and echidnas, but no Tasmanian devil!
Question of the Day
What’s your favorite way to get to work?
Biking. “Everyday is Bike to work Day!”
Community
New Year, New Promotions
Ray Pugliesi
Senior Principal
San Francisco
- (415) 354-6451
- pugliesi@degenkolb.com
Education
B.S., Civil Engineering, University of California, Berkeley, 1987
M.S., Structural Engineering, University of California, Berkeley, 1989
Registration
CA, Structural Engineer, License No. 3968
CA, Civil Engineer, License No. 48086
Why did you go into structural engineering?
I grew up working construction in my father’s business. He relentlessly insisted I not “do what he does and ruin your body AND that I go to college”. And so I did, and Structural Engineering was what came most naturally.
Little Known Facts
I enjoy boating and tinkering on projects at our ‘family’ cabin at Shasta Lake.
Vegetarian.
Reuse is a hobby, and it’s not hoarding.
Question of the Day
What hobby would you go into if time and money weren’t an issue?
Salvage/Reuse Company.
