Business Details
50 Years
experience
Trusted Structural Engineering & Planning Services
A S Associates, Engineers & Planners has provided structural engineering expertise since 1976, specializing in residential, commercial, industrial, and institutional projects. Our firm delivers comprehensive services including structural design, code compliance reviews, and professional observation for concrete, steel, and timber structures. With licenses in California, Washington, and New York, we combine 48 years of experience with technical precision for domestic and international clients. Our portfolio includes mixed-use developments, historical preservation, and seismic retrofitting projects. We maintain rigorous quality standards through detailed project specifications and plan check services.Our team's expertise extends to podium construction, vehicular bridges, and urban planning initiatives. As a trusted partner, we prioritize client collaboration and innovative engineering solutions. Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated through successful projects like the Boston Centennial restoration and 482 Arroyo mixed-use development. We serve architects, developers, and municipalities with tailored structural engineering support. Our Pasadena-based practice continues to shape skylines through technically complex yet aesthetically integrated designs.
Services
Structural Engineering
Urban Planning
Building Retrofit
Code Compliance
Plan Check Services
Historical Preservation
Mixed-Use Development
Bridge Design
Details
- Year established: 1976
Highlights and features
- 48 years of structural engineering experience since 1976
- Licensed in California, Washington, and New York
- Expertise in concrete, steel, and timber structures
- Comprehensive code compliance and plan check services
- Specialized historical building preservation techniques
Associations and certifications
- California License Number: 22760
- Washington License Number: 13992
- New York License Number: 048957
Services
Structural Engineering
Our structural engineering services cover residential, commercial, and institutional projects. We specialize in concrete, steel, and timber structures for new construction and retrofitting. Our engineers ensure code compliance and structural integrity across all project phases.
Historical Preservation
We specialize in preserving historical buildings through structural reinforcement and adaptive reuse. Our team maintains original architectural elements while meeting modern safety standards. Recent projects include the Boston Centennial restoration in Old Town Pasadena.
Code Compliance
Our code compliance services ensure projects meet local and national building standards. We conduct thorough assessments for seismic, fire, and accessibility requirements. This includes plan check services and compliance documentation for permitting.
Mixed-Use Development
We design structural systems for mixed-use developments combining residential, retail, and commercial spaces. Our expertise includes podium construction and integrated parking solutions. Recent work includes the 482 Arroyo 5-story mixed-use building in Pasadena.
Bridge Design
Our bridge engineering services cover vehicular and pedestrian structures. We design for durability, load capacity, and environmental factors. Projects include both new construction and rehabilitation of existing bridge systems.
People
Armen Shamamian
Principal
Armen Shamamian is a licensed structural engineer with decades of experience in complex building systems. He leads engineering teams for high-profile projects including historical restorations and mixed-use developments. His expertise spans seismic retrofitting and advanced structural analysis.
Questions
What types of projects does A.S. Associates handle?
We specialize in residential, commercial, industrial, and institutional projects including new construction, retrofitting, and historical preservation.
Are your engineers licensed in multiple states?
Yes, we hold active licenses in California (22760), Washington (13992), and New York (048957).
Do you work on historical building restoration?
Yes, we have extensive experience preserving historical structures while meeting modern safety requirements.
What construction materials do you work with?
Our engineers handle concrete, steel, timber, and light gauge metal framing systems for various structural applications.
Can you assist with code compliance reviews?
Yes, we provide comprehensive code compliance assessments and plan check services for building regulations.
Do you handle mixed-use developments?
Yes, we design structural systems for mixed-use buildings combining residential, retail, and commercial spaces.
