Forensic Architecture Expert & Licensed Architect (A.I.A., N.C.A.R.B.) — Construction, Safety, and Code Compliance
Registered Architect & Forensic Expert in Construction Defects, Building Safety, and ADA Compliance — serving attorneys and insurers nationwide from Niskayuna, New York.
Areas of Expertise
Architecture
Forensic Architecture
Construction Defects
Construction Claims
Code Compliance
Building Safety
Slip and Trip Incidents
Stair Geometry Analysis
Barrier-Free Standards / ADA Compliance
Construction Materials Failures
Mode of Operation Analysis
Conspicuousness of Hazards
Site Design and Planning
Retail Operations
Means of Egress
Representative Matters
Construction Defects & Contract Document Compliance
Retained to analyze alleged deficiencies in construction contract document compliance, assess standard of care, and evaluate coordination failures between project disciplines.
Construction Materials Failures — Water Infiltration & Envelope Systems
Investigated failures involving EIFS, spalling brick and concrete, gutter/flashing/expansion joint failures, sealant failures, and window system failures resulting in water infiltration and maintenance-related damage.
Slip and Trip Incidents in Retail Environments
Provided analysis of slip and trip incidents arising from stair geometry, single steps, surface misalignments, gratings, sidewalks, and unmarked slope areas, including mode-of-operation analysis for operator safety procedures.
ADA Barrier-Free Access & Accessibility Compliance
Evaluated barrier-free access conditions and ADA compliance for buildings, site features, and retail facilities, addressing access for persons with disabilities, the elderly, and children.
Building Safety — Means of Egress, Guardrails & Glazing
Assessed building safety issues including code-compliant means of egress, guardrail adequacy, glass and glazing standards, unprotected openings, lighting levels, and retail display hazard conditions.
Conspicuousness of Hazards — Signage, Lighting & Color/Contrast
Analyzed the conspicuousness of physical hazards through review of signage, warning devices, lighting adequacy, and color/contrast conditions in commercial and retail settings.
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