Business Details
49 Years
experience
Expert Architectural & Forensic Consulting Services in Allenhurst, NJ
We are a seasoned architectural and consulting firm with over four decades of experience dedicated to delivering comprehensive building design and construction administration services. Our expertise extends to forensic evaluation and litigation support for attorneys, insurance companies, and their clients, ensuring technical precision and adherence to industry standards. Founded in 1977, our practice has evolved through three distinct phases, each marked by a commitment to excellence in architectural design, construction oversight, and client-focused solutions. Our team specializes in technically complex projects across academic, government, healthcare, and residential sectors, with a proven track record in projects valued up to $100 million. We prioritize a high standard of care in all endeavors, offering expert testimony, historic preservation guidance, and compliance assessments for ADA and zoning regulations.Our principal, Joseph P. Tomaino, brings extensive licensing across multiple states and deep involvement in community planning and historic preservation initiatives. We provide tailored services from initial consultation through construction completion, ensuring alignment with client goals while maintaining technical and visual consistency. Our litigation support services deliver unbiased evaluations, detailed reports, and expert testimony grounded in practical knowledge and continuing education. For financial institutions, we conduct construction loan evaluations to assess project viability and compliance. Our consultancy extends to architectural document reviews and construction administration support, facilitating clear communication between project stakeholders.
Services
Architectural Design
Construction Administration
Forensic Evaluation
Litigation Support
ADA Compliance
Details
- Year established: 1977
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of experience in technically complex architectural projects.
- Our team provides expert testimony and litigation support in construction disputes.
- We specialize in ADA compliance and historic preservation assessments.
- Our services span all project phases from design to construction administration.
- We maintain active architectural licenses across eight states for broad expertise.
Services
Architectural Design
We provide comprehensive architectural design services spanning academic institutions, government buildings, healthcare facilities, and residential developments. Our approach integrates technical precision with aesthetic considerations, ensuring compliance with zoning regulations and historic preservation standards. With expertise in projects up to $100 million, we deliver tailored solutions that align with client objectives while maintaining visual and functional integrity throughout the construction process.
Forensic Evaluation
Our forensic evaluation services offer detailed technical assessments of construction defects, building system failures, and safety compliance issues. We support legal and insurance professionals with expert analysis, preparing clear reports supported by statutory references and construction code standards. This service helps clients develop early case strategies through unbiased evaluations of design defects, maintenance issues, and professional liability concerns.
Litigation Support
We provide expert litigation support including courtroom testimony, zoning ordinance analysis, and construction dispute resolution. Our team has served on state arbitration panels and developed historic preservation policies, offering practical insights into planning, design standards, and regulatory compliance. Clients receive plain-language reports with exhibits demonstrating adherence to industry best practices and legal requirements.
ADA Compliance
Our ADA compliance services evaluate building accessibility for government and commercial facilities, identifying barriers to compliance with federal regulations. We conduct detailed site analyses and provide remediation recommendations to ensure adherence to accessibility standards. This includes evaluating entrances, restrooms, circulation paths, and signage to create inclusive environments that meet legal requirements while enhancing user experience.
Construction Administration
We offer end-to-end construction administration services monitoring project execution from document preparation to contractor oversight. Our team ensures adherence to design specifications, manages change orders, and verifies compliance with building codes. For financial institutions, we conduct construction loan evaluations assessing project viability and monitoring draw requests against completed work to mitigate investment risks.
People
Joseph P. Tomaino
Consulting Architect
Joseph P. Tomaino is a licensed architect with over 40 years of experience in public and government-sector construction. He has led major projects including schools, healthcare facilities, and historic buildings. His expertise includes zoning regulations, ADA compliance, and expert testimony in construction litigation. He previously chaired his county's Construction Board of Appeals and local Planning & Zoning Board.
Questions
What architectural services do you specialize in?
We specialize in academic, government, healthcare, and residential projects, offering full-cycle services from design through construction administration. Our expertise includes historic preservation and ADA compliance assessments.
Do you provide litigation support services?
Yes, we offer forensic evaluations, expert testimony, and technical reports for construction-related legal cases, covering design defects, building failures, and professional liability issues.
Are you licensed in states outside New Jersey?
Joseph Tomaino holds active architectural licenses in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, with retired licenses in six additional states, enabling multi-jurisdictional project expertise.
Can you assist with historic building preservation?
Yes, we provide historic structure rehabilitation services and helped develop local preservation ordinances, combining modern functionality with heritage conservation requirements.
Do you work with financial institutions on construction loans?
We conduct construction loan evaluations assessing project viability and monitor draw requests against completed work to ensure compliance with lending standards.
