Structural Engineering

The home you'll live in and the plant you'll run — engineered on the same rigour.

From a family residence to a 150-tonne crane bay, we run the analysis first — then build structures that stand, safely and for decades.

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About Us

Affinity Design & Build is a multidisciplinary team of architects, structural engineers, interior designers, and construction professionals creating thoughtfully designed, technically sound, and enduring built environments.

From custom homes and residential developments to commercial spaces, institutional buildings, and industrial facilities, we bring design, engineering, interiors, and construction expertise together under one roof. Our integrated approach delivers spaces that are aesthetically refined, structurally safe, functional, cost-conscious, and built to last.

By understanding each client’s vision, requirements, and budget, we combine intelligent design, engineering excellence, responsible construction, and attention to detail to create spaces that enhance the way people live, work, and learn.

Listen carefully. Design intelligently. Engineer with precision. Build responsibly. Exceed expectations.

Our Services

Integrated expertise. Complete project solutions.

From custom homes and commercial developments to institutional buildings and complex industrial facilities, we provide integrated architecture, structural engineering, construction, and interior design solutions tailored to your vision, requirements, and budget.

Residential

Thoughtfully designed homes that combine comfort, functionality, aesthetics, and lasting value.

Custom homes

Luxury villas

Contemporary & duplex homes

Budget-conscious homes

Apartment buildings

Renovations & extensions

Residential landscape design

Commercial

Professional spaces designed to support business, productivity, customer experience, and growth.

Office buildings

Retail spaces & showrooms

Shopping complexes

Restaurants & cafés

Hotels & resorts

Mixed-use developments

Institutional

Purpose-driven buildings designed for communities, learning, healthcare, and public use.

Schools & educational institutions

Colleges & training centres

Hospitals & healthcare facilities

Auditoriums & convention centres

Community & cultural centres

Religious buildings

Public & administrative buildings

Industrial

Engineered solutions for demanding operational environments and complex structural requirements.

Factories & production facilities

Warehouses & logistics facilities

Industrial sheds

Pre-engineered buildings (PEB)

Machine foundations

Pipe-supporting structures

Crane-supporting structures

Structural Engineering

Safe, efficient, and economical structural solutions for projects of every scale.

Structural design & analysis

RCC & structural steel design

Value engineering

Structural audits & investigations

Foundation & seismic design

Retrofitting & rehabilitation

Construction supervision

Peer review

Interior Design

Functional, elegant, and thoughtfully planned interiors that enhance everyday living and working environments.

Residential interiors

Commercial & office interiors

Modular kitchens

Wardrobes & storage solutions

False ceilings

Lighting design

Furniture layouts

Space planning

Our Expertise

Technical depth. Practical experience. Integrated solutions.

We combine structural engineering expertise with practical construction knowledge to deliver safe, efficient, economical, and buildable solutions across residential, commercial, institutional, and industrial projects.

Industrial Structures

Engineering solutions for demanding industrial facilities.

Steel melting shops & rolling mills.

Heavy industrial structures.

Crane-supporting structures (20 MT-150 MT)

Industrial platforms & large-span structures

Structural Steel & PEB Systems

Efficient structural systems designed for speed, flexibility, and performance.

Pre-engineered buildings (PEB)

Structural steel buildings

Industrial sheds & warehouses

Mezzanine structures up to 30m height

Machine Foundations & Dynamic Structures

Specialized engineering for machinery loads, vibration, and dynamic forces.

Machine & equipment foundations

Dynamic analysis

Vibration assessment

Pipe-Supporting Structures

Structural solutions for industrial piping and process facilities.

Oil & gas pipe-supporting structures

Pressure piping support systems

Pipe racks & equipment-supporting structures

Coordination with piping stress analysis

Advanced Structural Engineering

Engineering-led solutions for new and existing structures.

RCC & structural steel design

Seismic & foundation design

Structural optimization & value engineering

Structural audits, retrofitting & rehabilitation

Our Process

From vision to reality, with clarity and precision.

Every exceptional project begins with understanding. Our process brings design thinking, engineering expertise, and disciplined execution together to create spaces that are considered in every detail and built to endure.

01 . Discover

We listen closely to understand your vision, aspirations, site, budget, and priorities - establishing a clear foundation for the project.

02 . Envision

Ideas take shape through thoughtful exploration, where creativity, functionality, context, and feasibility come together to define the design direction.

03 . Design & Engineer

Architecture and engineering are developed as one coordinated solution—refining every detail for beauty, performance, efficiency, and constructability.

04 . Refine & Prepare

Designs are resolved through detailed drawings, specifications, cost planning, approvals, and construction coordination before execution begins.

05 . Build with Precision

The project is brought to life through disciplined execution, meticulous quality control, technical oversight, and transparent communication.

06 . Deliver with Confidence

Every detail is reviewed before handover, ensuring the completed project reflects the original vision and delivers lasting quality, performance, and value.

Our Core Team

Akarsh M.R.

TECHNICAL ADVISOR . STRUCTURAL ENGINEER

M.Tech Structural Engineering

  • Structural design, modelling & design approval
  • Peer review, retro fitting & quality control
  • Multi-site management & team mentoring
  • Design of tall buildings
  • Design of water and soil retaining structures
  • Registered Engineer Grade 1 - CMDA & DTCP
  • Chartered Engineer - IEI
14+ yrs . since 2012

Pradeep Pari

Co-Founder, Structural Engineer

M.Tech Structural Engineering

  • Tall buildings, precast & post-tensioned systems
  • Seismic & wind (dynamic) analysis
  • Design vetting, proof checking & value engineering
  • Registered Structural Engineer Grade I (DTCP / CMDA)
  • Valuer for Land and Building (IBBI)
11+ yrs experience

Deepti R.

Co-Founder, Structural Engineer

M.Tech Structural Engineering. B.Tech Civil

  • Design & analysis of multi-storey residential & industrial buildings
  • Design basis reports & feasibility studies
  • Proof-checking & codal review (former IIT Madras)
  • Architectural & MEP coordination
5+ yrs experience

Our Projects

Completed Projects

Design of residential building (G+2) - Manapakkam - Belloni Architect 4000 sq. ft.

Green homes (G+3) - West Mambalam- Structural stability tests.

Ramani homes (G+4) - KK Nagar- Structural stability tests.

Design of residential building (G+3) - Thoraipakkam - Infinity Designs - 4000 sq. ft.

Design of residence - Kundrathur - AVT Promoters - 2000 sq. ft.

Design of residential building (G+3) - Karapakkam - Infinity designs - 2300 sq. ft.

Design of fire tank - Tuticorin - Padro Architects.

Design of residential building (G+3) - Porur - Infinity - 3800 sq. ft.

Design of residential building (G+1) - Singaperumal Koil - Manimaran residence - 2800 sq. ft.

On-going Projects

Design of villa - ECR - Mahalakshmi builders - 3200 sq. ft.

Chandru Residence (G+3) - Porur - 4500 sq. ft.

Lokesh Residence (G+4) - Adayar - 5000 sq. ft.

Sanjay Bothra residence (G+4) - T-Nagar - 5000 sq. ft.

Completed Projects

PEB STRUCTURE - Sai Venkat Prasad, Chennai

Paptex Karur

Qatar Gas shed

Container shed Qatar

Andimaniyam Thottam - TN Slum Board - MIVAN Construction - 2 lakh sq. ft.

Gandhinagar TN Slum board - MIVAN Construction - 1 lakh sq. ft.

CANOPY GATE DESIGN - Global Infocity, Chennai

Canopy gate for Infinity Designs

Water feature - Global info city, Chennai

RATHNA FOOD COURT - KGF - 2800 sq. ft.

RG Memorial STEEL DOME - Trichy

TTD SVIMS hospital (G+6) - Tirupati - 1.5 lakh sq. ft.

VALEO industrial expansion at Uragadam (industrial sheds and RCC buildings) - 75,000 sq. ft.

Structural design of gymnasium building for Navy head quarters (Vishakapatnam) - 1 lakh sq. ft.

On-going Projects

JIPMER RESIDENTIAL QUARTERS (G+6) - Pondicherry - 2.2 lakh sq. ft.

NIFTEM Academic building (G+4) - Tanjore - 2.4 lakh sq. ft.

NSG officers Mess and ACS mess - Vandalur, Chennai - 4500 sq. ft.

Sanjay commercial building (G+3) - Porur - 4000 sq. ft.

IIM Trichy, Academic building - 1.8 lakh sq. ft.

XYLOSUISSE - WOOD BASED PLANEL MANUFACTURING PLANT - TUTICORIN

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about our services, design process, structural engineering expertise, project delivery, and how we work with our clients.

01. What services does Affinity Design & Build provide?
We provide integrated architecture, structural engineering, construction, and interior design services for residential, commercial, institutional, and industrial projects. Clients can engage us for individual services or complete end-to-end project solutions.
02. What types of projects do you undertake?
We work on custom homes, villas, apartments, commercial developments, institutional buildings, industrial facilities, structural steel buildings, PEB structures, machine foundations, pipe-supporting structures, and other specialized engineering projects.
03. Do you provide structural engineering services independently?
Yes. We provide independent structural consultancy services, including structural analysis and design, foundation design, structural steel design, seismic design, value engineering, peer review, structural audits, and rehabilitation solutions.
04. At what stage should I appoint a structural engineer?
Ideally, a structural engineer should be involved from the early design stage. Early coordination between the architect and structural engineer can improve structural efficiency, optimize costs, reduce design changes, and prevent construction difficulties.
05. How do you ensure structural safety?
Every structure is designed through systematic analysis, engineering calculations, appropriate material selection, detailing, and compliance with applicable codes and standards. Designs are reviewed and coordinated before construction drawings are issued.
06. Can you review structural designs prepared by another consultant?
Yes. We provide independent structural peer reviews and design assessments to evaluate structural safety, code compliance, design assumptions, constructability, and opportunities for structural optimization.
07. Do you undertake structural audits of existing buildings?
Yes. We conduct structural investigations and condition assessments to identify deterioration, distress, structural deficiencies, and potential safety concerns. Based on our findings, we recommend appropriate repair, strengthening, or rehabilitation measures.
08. Can an existing building be modified or extended?
In many cases, yes. Before adding floors, removing walls, changing the building’s use, or making major structural alterations, we assess the existing structure and foundations to determine feasibility and identify any strengthening requirements.
09. Do you provide value engineering and structural optimization?
Yes. We evaluate structural systems, member sizes, materials, construction methods, and design alternatives to improve efficiency and economy without compromising structural safety, functionality, or long-term performance.
10. Do you design industrial and specialized structures?
Yes. Our expertise includes industrial buildings, structural steel systems, PEB structures, crane-supporting structures, machine foundations, mezzanine structures, pipe-supporting structures, and other structures subjected to specialized loading and operational requirements.
11. Do you provide construction supervision and site inspections?
Yes. Depending on the project scope, we provide periodic site inspections, technical supervision, reinforcement inspections, structural coordination, quality reviews, and construction-stage engineering support.
12. How do you manage coordination between architecture and structural engineering?
Our multidisciplinary approach enables architects and structural engineers to collaborate from the early stages of the project. This integrated coordination helps resolve design conflicts, improve constructability, optimize structural systems, and maintain architectural intent.
13. How are your professional fees determined?
Our fees depend on the project type, size, complexity, scope of services, level of technical involvement, and project location. After understanding your requirements, we provide a clear proposal outlining the scope, deliverables, professional fees, and terms of engagement.
14. How long does the structural design process take?
The timeline depends on the scale and complexity of the project, availability of architectural and geotechnical information, coordination requirements, and scope of services. A project-specific design schedule is established before commencing the work.
15. How can I start a project with Affinity Design & Build?
Contact us with basic project details such as the project type, location, approximate built-up area, available drawings, current project stage, and required services. We will review your requirements, discuss the appropriate scope of work, and guide you through the next steps.

Here we are!

Our Office Address:
7No:33, Gangai Nagar,
2nd cross road, Velachery,
Chennai 600 036.
Our Registered Address:
790/7, Judge House, NGGO colony,
Gorimedu, Salem 636 008.
Phone:
Smitha KK (Admin): +91 9884338471
PEB & Steel Buildings: +91 9894979411
RCC Buildings: +91 7306375057, +91 9500702114
Mumtha P (Accounts): +91 9442603222

Email:
info@affinitydesignandbuild.co

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