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02/25/2026

Our team attended a CAL OSHA Suspended Scaffold Training alongside industry leaders Structural Tech and BrandSafway.

Ongoing training like this ensures we stay compliant, informed, and aligned with the highest safety standards in the field. Investing in education means protecting our crew, our partners, and every project we’re part of.

Thank you to Structural Tech and BrandSafway for leading an informative and impactful session.

BrandTech - By BrandSafway

02/18/2026

Home Remodel Series | Parts 1-4: Complete Transformation
Swipe to see the full journey of the Van D**e Residence — from pre-construction planning through demolition, construction, and final completion.

What began as a kitchen, bathroom, and bedroom remodel quickly evolved into a full structural overhaul. During early assessments, MDEP identified a major issue with the roof framing — requiring a complete redesign using pre-manufactured trusses.

Part 1: Pre-Construction – Structural engineering, architectural updates, and permitting laid the foundation. Real-time coordination with the contractor and homeowner kept the original design intent intact while addressing unexpected challenges.

Part 2: Demolition – Strategic demo prepared the space for necessary upgrades, including reinforcement of historic framing, adjustments to interior wall placements, and full roof framing replacement.

Part 3: Construction – Engineered trusses, precision framing, and coordinated trades brought the vision to life. MDEP remained hands-on throughout, ensuring code compliance and accurate implementation at every stage.

Part 4: Complete – A fully remodeled, structurally sound home that honors its historic character while meeting modern standards.

At MDEP, every phase is rooted in preserving integrity while building it right.

Project: Van D**e Residence – San Diego, CA
Services: Structural engineering, design, permitting, demolition oversight, framing, truss integration, construction management, project completion.

11/17/2025

We’re excited to introduce Ivette Valdivia, who joined our team in September 2024 as a Project Coordinator.

With a strong background in architecture, design, project coordination, and management, Ivette brings both strategic vision and technical expertise to every project she touches.

Her strengths in technical documentation, project administration, coordination, and drafting make her an essential part of our team’s design and delivery process, ensuring that ideas move seamlessly from concept to construction.

10/22/2025

We’re honored to share that our WDC Pavilion project has been recognized with a Public Art Award in the 2025 Orchids & Onions! A huge thank-you to everyone who helped bring this vision to life!

09/26/2025

🛠️Something new is coming to Coronado… Construction is underway of BY THE SEA, and we can’t wait to welcome you soon!

09/25/2025

🔨 Behind the scenes with Jose Damien .23 on BY THE SEA

09/15/2025

🔧 Home Remodel Series | Part 3: Construction

With the design finalized and demolition complete, it was time to build — and we started from the ground up.

💡 Construction kicked off with a solid foundation, followed by the installation of pre-manufactured trusses that enhanced both the structural integrity and construction efficiency of this historic remodel.

Throughout this phase, MDEP remained hands-on — ensuring code compliance, accurate implementation of framing adjustments, and coordination across trades. From engineered trusses to sealed roof decking, each piece came together to bring the vision to life.

📍 Project: Van D**e Residence – San Diego, CA
🔩 Services: Structural engineering, framing, permitting, truss integration

➡️ Want to see the final reveal? Stay tuned for post-construction photos and finish work coming soon.

09/11/2025

🚧 Home Remodel Series | Part 2: Demolition

After uncovering significant structural concerns in the pre-construction phase, we began strategic demolition to prepare for the necessary upgrades.

Key structural shifts during this stage included:
✔️ Reinforcement of the existing historic framing
✔️ Adjustments to interior wall placements
✔️ Full roof framing replacement to support new trusses

Every move we made was rooted in preserving the character of the original structure—while ensuring safety, code compliance, and long-term performance.

At MDEP, demolition isn’t just tearing things down. It’s the start of building it right.

📍 Project: Van D**e Residence | San Diego, CA
🏗️ Scope: Structural demo, historic framing reinforcements, layout changes

🔨 Stay tuned for Part 3: Construction—coming soon.

09/08/2025

🔨 Home Remodel Series | Part 1: Pre-Construction

What began as a kitchen, bathroom, and bedroom remodel quickly evolved into a full structural overhaul.

During our early assessments, MDEP identified a major issue with the roof framing—requiring a complete redesign using pre-manufactured trusses. This unexpected challenge reshaped the scope of the project and called for real-time coordination with both the contractor and the homeowner.

Our team worked closely with all parties to navigate these changes while keeping the original design intent intact. We also managed the permitting process to ensure smooth approvals and full code compliance.

🏡 Project: Single-Family Home Renovation – Van D**e Residence
📍 Location: San Diego, CA
📁 Scope: Structural engineering, architectural updates, permitting

👉 Follow us for Part 2 of this transformation.

09/05/2025

Here’s Fernanda, one of MDEP’s talented engineers, installing the very anchors she designed and calculated for this tall building project. 👷‍♀️🔩

Moments like this are rare—most engineers go their entire careers without stepping into the field like this. But at MDEP, we take a comprehensive approach that empowers our team to collaborate directly with contractors, impress inspectors, and bring solutions to life.

It’s not just about structural integrity—it’s about trust, respect, and making sure everyone on the project succeeds.

09/03/2025

We’re proud to be recognized by RISA Tech, a global leader in structural engineering software, as a standout firm for performance and creative technical design.

RISA Tech works with the best firms around the world—and they chose to feature MDEP for how we use their tools to solve complex design challenges with precision and innovation.

Swipe to see what set us apart, and why this honor is bigger than any award.

🔗 Read the full feature on their website today!

07/22/2025

🚧 Structural Remodel in Progress – Coastal SFR 🚧

The transformation is underway! This project involves the removal of the central column between the existing double garage doors to create a larger, single opening. By eliminating this barrier, we’re enhancing the functionality, accessibility, and overall aesthetic of the garage space. 🔨🏡

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