Mezzanine Floor Design
A mezzanine floor must be designed as a proper structural system, not just an added platform. We start by reviewing the intended use, such as storage, office space, residential use, workshop space, or equipment support. This helps us determine the correct design loads and structural requirements.
Loading And Calculations
We calculate dead loads, live loads, concentrated loads, and tributary areas. These loads are then transferred through the floor deck, joists, beams, columns, base plates, slab, footings, or existing supports. This process helps confirm a clear and safe load path.
Member Sizing
After the loads are confirmed, we size the required structural members, including steel beams, timber joists, LVLs, glulam beams, posts, columns, base plates, anchors, and connections. Members are checked for bending, shear, bearing, deflection, and safe load transfer.
Code-Based Design
- International Building Code (IBC): For commercial, industrial, and multi-family buildings.
- International Residential Code (IRC): For one- and two-family dwellings and townhouses.
- International Energy Conservation Code (IECC): For energy performance and efficiency where applicable.
- BS Codes / Eurocodes: For UK-based projects, including structural loading, steel design, timber design, and safety checks.
What We Provide
We provide mezzanine layouts, structural calculations, member sizing, connection notes, stair and guardrail coordination, and permit-ready structural drawings for residential, commercial, garage, workshop, and warehouse projects.